About the mental health workforce
Find out about the different jobs available in mental health.
Getting into the mental health workforce
Discover what qualifications and career pathways lead to different roles in mental health.
Mental health workforce in Australia
Find out about registration requirements and qualifications needed for mental health jobs.
Education and support
Support and resources on how to start your career in mental health.
Consider a career in mental health
The mental health field is growing rapidly, with many career paths and educational opportunities. Learn about how to get involved and become qualified to start, or diversify your career in mental health.
Latest resources
Latest resources
Mental health careers – Fact sheet – Different pathways to becoming a mental health professional
The below fact sheet covers different pathways and available options for people to become mental health professionals.
Mental health careers – Fact sheet – Benefits of working in mental health
The below fact sheet covers the benefits of working or starting a career in mental health.
Mental health careers – Flyer
The below flyer contains information and addresses common myths about pursuing a career in mental health.
Mental health careers – Chatterbox
This chatterbox is a fun tool to help students, parents, teachers and career counsellors start a conversation about a career in mental health.