Mental health champions made here
Our mental health courses empower you to create meaningful change in people's lives. Through flexible online learning, you will gain the practical skills and evidence-based insights needed to build an impactful professional practice. Whether you are looking to advance or pivot your career, our postgraduate mental health courses are designed for real-world application. You'll develop the expertise to champion mental health in workplaces, communities and healthcare settings, opening doors to a diverse range of rewarding professions.
Mental Health
Why choose mental health courses at ECU?
Practical, industry-aligned teaching
Apply expertise as you learn through real-world projects tailored to your career goals. ECU equips you with actionable skills that immediately enhance your ability to create meaningful mental health initiatives in workplaces, communities or personal practice.
Inclusive, interdisciplinary curriculum
ECU offers a unique perspective by integrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander wellbeing practices. Learn to promote holistic, inclusive mental health strategies that address cultural diversity and systemic challenges, fostering true community impact.
Dedicated student support
You’ll receive one-on-one guidance from Student Success Advisors and engage with a community of supportive, industry-experienced instructors, empowering you to achieve your academic and professional goals with confidence.
Flexible online learning
Advance your career without putting your life on hold. Study at your own pace with flexible online and accelerated courses tailored for busy professionals, allowing you to balance your education with career, family and other commitments.
Which postgraduate qualification is right for you?
Graduate Certificate
A focused program, ideal for those looking to build on their existing specialist area and move their career forward.
Graduate Diploma
In-depth skills development for career progression, sometimes as a pathway to or early exit from a Master’s program.
Master’s Degree
A comprehensive program to develop career-relevant ideas, knowledge and specialist skills at an advanced level.
Meet your teaching team
Professor Janine Joyce
Associate Dean Professor
Janine Joyce is the Associate Dean of Social Sciences, Social Work, and Youth Work in the School of Arts and Humanities, Edith Cowan University. A seasoned mental health counsellor and social worker, she specialises in strengths-based and mindfulness approaches to collaboratively fostering resilience and psychosocial well-being. As an academic leader, she is passionate about nurturing the next generation of changemakers—equipping students with both the skills and the heart to drive meaningful community transformation.
Aarthi Ganapathy
Course Coordinator
Dr. Aarthi Ganapathy, Coordinator of the Master of Mental Health (Online) program and Senior Lecturer at Edith Cowan University, is an educator and mental health advocate with a strong foundation in mental health and digital mental health. With extensive experience in teaching, curriculum design, and student- centred learning, she has reimagined postgraduate courses to meet contemporary industry needs while fostering engaging and supportive environments that prepare students for real-world challenges. Beyond academia, Aarthi has worked as a psychologist and mental health advocate, supporting clients with severe neurodevelopmental disorders, substance abuse, schizophrenia, and social anxiety, often in underserved communities with minimal resources. Her fieldwork has shaped her understanding of the complexities of mental health care, which she brings to her teaching and research. Aarthi has also contributed to large-scale mental health projects, collaborating with policymakers, practitioners, and organisations to improve service delivery and bridge the gap between research and practice, ensuring her students gain both theoretical expertise and practical skills to excel in the field.
Still have questions?
Download a course guide or speak with a Student Enrolment Advisor. Our team can assist you with:
- Eligibility & enrolment enquiries
- Course duration & fees
- Flexible entry & study pathways
- How online study will fit with your schedule
