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Mental Health & Leisure and Health · Nationally Recognised

CHC43415
Certificate IV in Leisure and Health

Inspire wellbeing through meaningful activities.

Fees & funding$3,740 fee-for-service
Duration10 to 12 months
DeliveryBlended (livestream + classroom): half-day classroom/week, scheduled online sessions + online LMS
Work placementMinimum 120 hours — if you meet our criteria, we organise the placement for you.

Course overview

This course equips you with the skills to plan, implement, and evaluate recreational and leisure programs that enrich the lives of individuals in aged care, disability, and community settings — promoting inclusion, independence, and quality of life.

You will learn how to

  • Plan, implement, and evaluate leisure and health programs
  • Facilitate person-centred and inclusive activities
  • Promote independence, wellbeing, and social engagement
  • Work effectively with older adults, people with disability, and community groups
  • Apply legal, ethical, and cultural considerations in community services practice
  • Nationally recognised qualification (RTO 40037)
  • Practical, hands-on learning with qualified, supportive trainers
  • Online LMS for course materials, assessments and progress tracking
  • Government-subsidised training available for eligible South Australian students
  • Inclusive learning environment with wellbeing and academic support

Career outcomes

Possible job roles after completing this qualification:

  • Leisure and Health Assistant
  • Diversional Therapy Assistant
  • Recreational Activities Officer
  • Community Recreation Activity Assistant
  • Day Support Disability Officer
  • Community Leisure Officer

Units of study

Core units

CHCCOM002Use communication to build relationships
CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
CHCLAH001Work effectively in the leisure and health industries
CHCLAH002Contribute to leisure and health programming
CHCLAH003Participate in the planning, implementation and monitoring of individual leisure and health programs
CHCLAH004Participate in planning leisure and health programs for clients with complex needs
CHCLAH005Incorporate lifespan development and sociological concepts into leisure and health programming
CHCPRP003Reflect on and improve own professional practice
HLTAAP002Confirm physical health status
HLTWHS002Follow safe work practices for direct client care

Elective units

CHCMHS001Work with people with mental health issues
CHCVOL003Recruit, induct and support volunteers
CHCCCS044Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
CHCAOD001Work in an alcohol and other drugs context
CHCCOM003Develop workplace communication strategies
CHCADV001Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
CHCCCS020Respond effectively to behaviours of concern

The qualification is achieved by successfully completing all core units plus the suggested elective units, and the mandatory minimum work placement hours.

Skills Recognition is available — recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfer can shorten your study.

Fees & funding

Self-funded / Fee for Service$3,740
Fully funded (eligible participants)$575 concession / $690 non-concession
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (and HLTAID009 CPR) — AWT fee$110
National Police Check$30–$50
DHS screening checks (single application)$71
Immunisations or medical clearances$22–$30
Subsidised training: eligible students may qualify for a concession fee depending on individual circumstances. AWT confirms eligibility, fees and funding conditions during enrolment. See full participant eligibility criteria at Skills SA. Additional incidental costs (screening checks, first aid, immunisations) may apply for placement.

Entry requirements

  • Education — Completion of Year 12 (or equivalent), or an Australian AQF Certificate III (or higher) qualification
  • Pre-training review — a course suitability interview covering your goals and support needs
  • LLN assessment — confirms you have the foundation skills for the course
  • Technology access — computer or tablet with internet for AWT’s online LMS
  • Placement checks — screening clearances (e.g. National Police Clearance, NDIS Worker Screening or Working With Children Check as applicable) and First Aid before placement

Common questions

Where do Leisure and Health graduates work?

Residential aged care, day therapy centres, disability services, retirement villages and community programs.

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