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Thinking about studying mental health and wondering what it might cost? This guide is for you. 💙

Mental health qualifications appear on most states' Free TAFE and subsidy priority lists, so subsidised places can exist if you are eligible and can study on campus.

If you have already used your Free TAFE place, do not meet the criteria, or need to study online around work and family, a full-fee online option may suit you better. 💻 Our guide lays out both paths clearly.

Swipe through, then read the full guide.

Read the full guide → https://www.haderinstitute.edu.au/news/government-funded-mental-health-courses?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=july2026

*Funding eligibility and subsidies vary by state, provider, and individual circumstances, and are subject to change. General information only, not financial advice.

Your lived experience is not something to leave at the door. It could be the start of a meaningful career. 💙

The CHC43515 Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work helps you turn your own experience of mental health challenges into professional peer support. You will learn recovery-focused practice, how to use your story within clear boundaries, and how to walk alongside people who truly understand.

Study online, learn at your own pace, and step into one of Australia's fastest-growing workforces. 🌱

Explore the CHC43515 Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work → https://www.haderinstitute.edu.au/course/certificate-iv-in-mental-health-peer-work?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=july2026

Wondering if you can get financial help while you study? 💙

Austudy, ABSTUDY, and Youth Allowance are Australian Government payments that some full-time students may be able to access to help with living costs.

Whether any of them apply to you depends on your course, your study load, and your personal circumstances, and that is always a decision for Services Australia. What we can do is support you with the enrolment documentation you may need. 🌱

Our latest article walks through the basics and points you to the official information.

Read the full article → https://www.haderinstitute.edu.au/news/austudy-abstudy-while-you-study?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=july2026

*General information only, not financial advice. Eligibility, rates, and approved courses are set by Services Australia and can change. Always check your own situation at servicesaustralia.gov.au.

Meaningful work and a stable income can go together. Here is what the numbers say about community services. 💰

Jobs and Skills Australia lists average earnings for community workers at about $1,688 a week, which is roughly $87,800 a year. Demand is strong too, with around 3,300 new welfare support worker roles added each year.

A qualification is the biggest lever you control. A Diploma can open case management and coordination roles that sit above the entry level.

Explore the CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services → https://www.haderinstitute.edu.au/course/diploma-of-community-services?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=july2026

*Salary and employment data are indicative only and subject to change.
Actual earnings vary by experience, employer, and location. Sources: Jobs and Skills Australia; SEEK; Fair Work SCHADS Award, 2026.
https://www.yourcareer.gov.au/occupations/411711/community-worker
https://www.jobsandskills.gov.au/news/future-workforce-needs-and-growing-sectors-australia

Confused about what "government funded" actually means for a course? You are not alone. 🤔

Our 2026 guide breaks down how funding really works in Australia, so you can see which options might apply to you.

Swipe through for the essentials, then read the full guide for the details.

Read the full guide → https://www.haderinstitute.edu.au/news/government-funded-community-services-courses?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=july2026

*Funding eligibility, subsidies, and availability vary by state, provider, and individual circumstances, and are subject to change. This is general information, not financial advice.

Upskilling does not have to mean quitting your job or putting life on hold. 💚

At Hader Institute of Education, our courses are 100% online and self-paced, with weekly live Zoom sessions, recorded lessons, and one-on-one mentoring. That means you can grow your skills around work, family, and everything else you are already carrying.

Whether you want to move into a new role, deepen your current practice, or finally start the qualification you have been thinking about, mid-year is a great time to invest in you. 🚀

Explore courses → https://www.haderinstitute.edu.au/courses?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=july2026

Turn your ability to listen, understand, and connect into a nationally recognised qualification. 🎧

The CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling prepares you to work as a professional counsellor across mental health, community services, family support, and private practice. You will learn evidence-based techniques, ethical practice, and the communication skills that help people feel truly heard. 🗣️

Study online, learn at your own pace, and take the next step toward work that makes a real difference. 🌱

Explore the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling → https://www.haderinstitute.edu.au/course/diploma-of-counselling?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=july2026

Mason Kronja came to Hader Institute of Education with questions about studying alcohol and other drugs. He left feeling clear, confident, and at ease. 😊

He shared how Jack made the whole process stress-free, explained the course information thoroughly, and made sure he knew exactly what he was stepping into before enrolling in the CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs.

That is the Hader difference. You are never left guessing. ✨

Explore our courses today → https://www.haderinstitute.edu.au/course/diploma-of-alcohol-and-other-drugs?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=july2026