Mental Health and The Counselling Toolkit Short Course Bundle

Gain Insight and Skills to Support Mental Health & Wellbeing

This course provides a comprehensive foundation in psychology, mental health, and counselling techniques. Whether you’re looking to improve your personal resilience, support others, or take the first step toward a career in mental health, this course equips you with practical skills and professional insights from Australia’s leading psychologists, counsellors, and mental health professionals.

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Why Choose This Course?

• Learn from Industry Experts – Gain insights from clinical psychologists, counsellors, and mental health professionals.
• Develop a Deep Understanding of Mental Health – Explore key psychological concepts and their impact on daily life.
• Master Self-Care & Resilience Strategies – Gain tools for stress management, emotional regulation, and mental wellbeing.
• Learn Core Counselling Skills – Build communication techniques like active listening and empathy to support others effectively.
• Self-Paced, Fully Online Learning via Ulleo – Study on your schedule with engaging video lessons and interactive activities.

Who Is This Course For?

• Individuals with a Personal Interest in Mental Health – Gain deeper knowledge to navigate challenges and support others.
• Aspiring Mental Health Professionals – Build a strong foundation in counselling and psychology.
• Professionals in Supportive Roles – Ideal for teachers, HR managers, community workers, and others who help people daily.
• Curious Learners – Improve your mental health literacy and understanding of psychological wellbeing.

What You’ll Learn

• Understand Key Psychological Principles – Learn how the brain, behaviour, and emotions interact.
• Differentiate Between Mental Health & Mental Illness – Recognise their effects on daily life and wellbeing.
• Develop Self-Care & Resilience Strategies – Learn methods for managing stress and improving mental health.
• Apply Foundational Counselling Skills – Gain hands-on techniques for supporting others with empathy and active listening.
• Explore Core Counselling Approaches – Learn about cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and person-centred therapy.
• Implement Ethical Counselling Practices – Understand professional standards in counselling and mental health support.

Course Content

• Origins of Psychology – Understanding the evolution of psychology and behaviour.
• Mental Health & Wellbeing – Differentiating between mental health challenges and mental illness.
• Understanding Emotions – Exploring how emotions shape thoughts and behaviour.
• Mindset & The Self – Examining self-esteem, self-efficacy, and personal growth.
• Building Healthy Relationships – Strengthening communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Self-Care Strategies – Practical methods to enhance resilience and mental wellbeing.
• Therapeutic Alliance – The importance of empathy and trust in client relationships.
• The Counselling Skillset – Applying active listening, questioning techniques, and reflective strategies.
• Empowering Clients – Using counselling techniques to help others develop self-awareness and goals.
• Counselling in Action – Practical applications of counselling in real-world scenarios.

Practical Activities & Assignments

• Knowledge Checks – Short quizzes to reinforce learning.
• Self-Care Checklist – A guided activity to assess and enhance personal wellbeing.
• Counselling Role-Play – Practice scenarios to build confidence in using counselling techniques.
• Counselling Reflection – Apply learned counselling responses to real or hypothetical situations.

Learn From Leading Experts

• Dr. Philip Armstrong – Former CEO of the Australian Counselling Association, with extensive experience in counselling.
• Dr. Kaine Grigg – Founder of MyLocalMind, a mental health charity, and a clinical psychologist focused on therapeutic interventions.
• Tracey Saggers – Mental health counsellor specialising in emotional regulation, resilience, and relationships.
• Gulseli Kalkan – Registered family and couples therapist with expertise in relationship and family counselling.

Get Recognised for Your Skills

Upon successful completion, you'll receive a Certificate of Completion and a shareable Digital Badge - validating your expertise to employers, clients, or educational institutions. Leverage these credentials to boost your career opportunities or pursue academic credit for further study.

Ready to Make a Difference in Mental Health & Counselling?

Develop the skills to support yourself and others—enrol now and start your journey today!

Course Fee

$990.00 $495.00