Mental Health
Essentials
Certificate
Personal Trainers with a Mental Health skillset are in demand
right now. If you want to make a difference, studying this
Mental Health Essentials Course will give you the hands-on
skills you need to get straight to work.
$999
Mental Health Essentials Certificate
Overview
The AOF Mental Health Essentials Course provides a clear focus on mental health essentials education while also conveying the fundamental knowledge required to gain a greater insight into your own mental health as well as the best strategies available for tuning into the emotional well-being of your clients.
The “Mental Health Essentials Course” ranks highly for its clarity, accessibility, professional appeal, and marketability within the fitness industry, making the skill sets perfect for attracting new clients or providing an additional service to existing clients seeking foundational mental health support within their fitness journey.
The AOF Mental Health Essentials Certificate course includes 3 key topics, covering 19 areas such as building resilience for mental well-being, social psychology and mental illness, psychiatric problems affecting adults and more.
Nearly one in two Australians aged between 16 and 85 will suffer from a mental health disorder in their lifetime. As a fitness professional with this mental health skillset is in a position to be able to identify the warning signs and provide real and ongoing care to those who really need it. Not only that, you’ll gain a greater insight into your own mental health as well as unlocking the best strategies available for tuning into the emotional wellbeing of your clients and loved ones.
If you want to make a difference in your fitness career, the Mental Health Essentials Course is here to give you the hands-on skills you need to get straight to work.
Course Curriculum
Course 1: Children & Adolescent Mental Health
- Introduction Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- Mental and Physical Health Disorders: Infancy to Adolescents
- Lifestyle and Nutrition Children to Adolescents
- Social and Environmental Concerns: Children and Adolescents
- Emotional Wellbeing in Children and Adolescents
- Psychological Health Concerns: Children and Adolescents
- Holistic Health and Well-being: Children and Adolescents
- An Approach to Mental Well-being and Recovery
- Building Resilience for Mental Well-being
- Mental Wellbeing Support Services for Children and Adolescents
- An insight into understanding mental health (An interview with Matt Green – Mental Health Specialist)
Course 2: Mental Health in Adults
- An Introduction to Adult Mental Health
- Psychological Problems Affecting Adults
- Complex Disorders and Neurological Illnesses
- Social Psychology and Mental Illness
- Mood Disorders and Emotional Wellbeing
- Holistic Health and Wellness
- Recovery – Focused Care
- Learning Resilience in Adulthood
- Treatment and Support in Adult Mental Health
Course 3: Celebrity Mentor Series
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Jade Hameister – Dealing with Bullies
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Jade Hameister – Mental Strength
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Jade Hameister – Self Motivating
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Wayne Schwass – Introduction to Mental Health (Own Your Story)
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Wayne Schwass – Emotional Connection
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Wayne Schwass – Holistic Mental Health for Families
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Wayne Schwass – Hopes and Fears
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Wayne Schwass – Introduction to Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Wayne Schwass – Mental Health Toolbox
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Wayne Schwass – Practical Tips on Helping People
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Wayne Schwass – Wellbeing Champions
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Dr Golly – Mental Health During Pregnancy
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Dr Golly – Post Natal Depression
- Celebrity Mentor Series: Dr Golly – Seeking Help
Supporting you at every step through your studies
For over 2 decades we have successfully supported thousands of students through our Fitness, Nutrition & Mental Health courses. You will be supported by our skillful team of academic student support and professional education staff, who will be with you every step of your education journey. Our academic staff are not only professional educators they are working as personal trainers themselves and have extensive industry experience.
Responsive to your needs
The Academy of Fitness is responsive to the needs of the modern world. We understand our students are busy professionals with families, careers, along with the commitments and demands of everyday life and our study and online learning options are purposely built to be fun, flexible and supportive.
Course Outcomes
Certificate of Participation
Upon completion of the course you will receive a Certificate of Competent Completion from the Academy of Fitness
Career
Opportunities
- Personal Trainer – Mental Health Specialists
- Social Service Worker and Case Worker
- Mental Health Outreach Officer
- Life Coach (grief, rehabilitation, addictions, academic/career)
- Mental Health Coordinator
- Family and Marriage Therapist
- Outreach and Community Support Officer
- Disabilities Services Officer
Course Delivery
- 100% online
- Assessment are short answer and multiple choice
Payment Options
- Interest-free payment plan.
- Upfront payment.
Course Length
- Self-paced study.
- Most students complete within 50 hours.
Eligibility
- No entry requirements
Study online
The student learning portal provides:
+ all the necessary subject learning material
+ resources including study guides, videos, and more
+ a variety of engaging learning activities
Support Services
The student learning portal provides:
+ industry based learning
+ dedicated online support
+ assessment tips and guides
+ optional one on one tutoring
