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About EndorsementThe Australian College of Mental Health Nurses Accreditation Committee receives applications from providers of professional events, educational activities or products, to review and endorse their products. We assess all applications according to the guidelines we have established - these include issues such as whether or not the organisation is a reputable provider, whether their program is of high quality, whether it is evidence based and consistent with contemporary mental health practice, issues and trends. If you are a provider seeking endorsement of your professional event, educational activity or product, click here.
Newly Endorsed Professional Events, Educational Activities or ProductsClinical Hypnosis & CBT/FPS Training Course 2013Certificate of Clinical Hypnosis Courses held over 6 days in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne in 2013. Includes the Focussed Psychological Strategies. Also includes relaxation, stress management, guided imagery and hypnosis. Presented as 6 one day active learning modules covering anxiety, both GAD and phobias, insomnia, weight loss, smoking cessation and pain. Leads to the Diploma of Clinical Hypnosis (CBT) and Diploma of Advanced Clinical Hypnosis (CBT) with further training. Practical and cost effective. For nationally registered health professionals and Social Workers only. Many mental health nurses have attended this training. Lunch, morning and afternoon tea, relaxation recordings and handbook all included. Advanced Clinical Courses and One Day Mental Health modules also available in 2013. Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne, 8.30am to 5.30pm 4 and 8 week early bird fees apply Organised by The College of Medical Hypnosis Contact: Dr Alan Fahey or Mrs Lindy Hope, 02 96882300 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or fax 02 96882800 Earn: 48 CPE points for completion of training module Endorsed: 3 years from 28/3/13 - 28/3/16
Advanced Clinical Hypnosis & CBT/FPS Training Course 2013Certificate of Advanced Clinical Hypnosis Courses held over 6 days in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne in 2013. Includes the Focussed Practical and cost effective. For nationally registered health professionals and Social Workers only. Many mental health nurses have attended this training. Lunch, morning and afternoon tea, relaxation recordings and handbook all included. Advanced Clinical Courses and One Day Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne 8.30am to 5.30pm 4 and 8 week early bird fees apply Organised by The College of Medical Hypnosis Contact: Dr Alan Fahey or Mrs Lindy Hope, 02 96882300 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or fax 02 96882800 Earn 48 CPE points for completion of training module Endorsed: 3 years from 28/3/13 - 28/3/16
One Day Mental Health Module in CBT/FPS 2013Held over 1 day in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne in 2013. Includes the Focussed Psychological Strategies. Also includes relaxation. Presented as one active learning module for graduates of the Certificate of Clinical Hypnosis (CBT) Clinical Course. Leads to the Diploma Practical and cost effective. For nationally registered health professionals and Social Workers only. Lunch, morning and afternoon tea, relaxation recordings and handbook all included. Clinical and Advanced Clinical Hypnosis/CBT Courses also available. Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne 8.30am to 5.30pm 4 and 8 week early bird fees apply Organiser: The College of Medical Hypnosis Contact: Dr Alan Fahey or Mrs Lindy Hope, 02 96882300, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or fax 02 96882800 Earn 8 CPE points for completion of the module Endorsed: 3 years from 28/3/13 - 28/3/16
Online Training in Eating DisordersThis interactive online course will provide you with comprehensive training in the medical, psychological and dietetic management of these mental illnesses. Each of the 5 modules of the program provides access to a range of learning formats, from interactive text, to lectures and role plays conducted by renowned Australian and International specialists in the field, as well as feedback from sufferers and their families. A flexible learning format allows you to tailor your learning experience to a basic or more challenging level. The course allows the opportunity for training at work or in the comfort of your own home offering a great opportunity to meet your professional development requirements. Endorsed: 3 years from 20 September 2012 to 20 September 2015
Advanced Clinical Formulation and Patient Management Masterclass for Mental Health NursesThis one-day intensive workshop positions the Mental Health Nurse as a sophisticated Bio-Psycho-Socio-Cultural Strategist within a multidisciplinary team. Interactive case studies are used to illustrate appropriate techniques for developing comprehensive formulation and patient management plans.
Date: 16 March 2013 Click here for Workshop Programme Psych Scene Website: psychscene.com Earn 7 CPE points Endorsed: 3 years from 24 April 2012 to 24 April 2015
Anxiety Education for Health Professionals (AEHP)The Anxiety Education for Health Professionals (AEHP) is a 24 hour accredited online self-paced evidence-based continuing professional development course collaboratively designed by 21 academics, clinicians and educators from 12 universities and hospitals across Australia and New Zealand to give a detailed introduction to the epidemiology, aetiology, clinical presentation, assessment, theoretical models, psychological and pharmacological management for anxiety disorders. In this course, there are 13 study units, each of which is a complete and separate learning cycle where the participants will go through the introduction, the lectures, assignment and summary. This course has used emerging learning technology and applied instructional design principles, which will ensure the provision of an effective, enjoyable and engaging learning experience to the participants. For further information, please visit: http://www.anxietyeducation.edu.au Earn up to 20 CPE points Endorsed: 3 years from 24 April 2012 to 24 April 2015 Clinical Supervision for Role Development TrainingThis is an eight-day basic training that equips potential Clinical Supervisors with a variety of techniques and approaches to conduct quality individual and group clinical supervision. This training has been delivered predominately to health professionals, however this model of Clinical supervision is generic and has applications for anybody that desires to improve their professional practice and achieve quality client outcomes. Clinical supervision is a regular, dedicated time for reflection on professional practice. Its main focus is to develop professional skills, building confidence and competence. For many professions clinical supervision is now a mandatory condition of registration and ongoing practice, and forms an integral part of Continued Professional Development (CPD). Regular quality clinical supervision helps you remain vibrant and spontaneous. Paul and his co facilitators have conducted over 150 workshops over the last 8 years. For more information please contact: Paul Spurr at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or ph: 0410 033 342 Earn: 1 Point per hour - maximum 64 CPE points Endorsed: 3 years from 15 February 2012 to 15 February 2015
Treating Posttraumatic Stress DisorderPresented by Dr Leah Giarratano This two-day program presents a highly practical and interactive workshop (case-based) for treating traumatised patients; the content is applicable to both adult and adolescent populations. Techniques are largely cognitive behavioural, evidence-based, and will be immediately useful and effective for your clinical practice. The emphasis is upon imparting practical skills and up-to-date research in this area. This workshop meets the CPD requirements for Medicare Focused Psychological Strategy (FPS) providers. The program is intended for all mental health professionals. For further information and upcoming workshop dates please visit www.talominbooks.com. Earn 14 CPE points Endorsed: 3 years from December 2011 to December 2014
Mental Health Professional Online Development
For further information on MHPOD, including contact details, please visit the MHPOD website (www.mhpod.gov.au). Earn 1 CPE point per hour of activity in MHPOD (MHPOD currently contains approximately 70 hours of material). Endorsed: 3 years from October 2011 to October 2014
Introduction to Diabetes for Mental Health Workers
Participants will gain increased knowledge of diabetes, learn who should be screened and referred for diagnosis and management, and understand the bi-directional relationship between diabetes and a mental illness to better manage both conditions. The three case study modules take approximately 2 hours to complete and cover the following topics: • Types of diabetes ( type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes) For more information and to access this free program, please click on the following link: http://ndss.com.au/ Earn 2 CPE points Endorsed: 3 years from August 2011 to August 2014
ASCA Workshops for Health Professionals: Best Practice for working with adults surviving child abuse
The workshop will cover:
Cost: $225 (Health Professionals) / $190 (Students) To find out more visit www.asca.org.au Endorsed: 3 years from 12/9/2011 - 12/9/2014
Earn 7 CPE points
Takeaway Mental HealthThe Takeaway Mental Health: activate: mind & body Mental Health Skills Training Package is a multidisciplinary learning package that focuses on the assessment, planning and review cycle of common mental health conditions and the development of mental health treatment plans. This six hour, interactive learning package takes a holistic approach to the care of mental health consumers through the incorporation of a module on the physical and oral health care needs of this population. For more information and details of available training sessions, please contact Jenny Shaw, Program Coordinator – activate: mind & body on (07) 3105 8300 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Earn 6 CPE points Endorsed: 24/8/2011 - 24/8/2014
Skills for Psychological RecoverySkills for Psychological Recovery (SPR) is a 6 hour skills-based workshop on brief psychological strategies to reduce distress and promote recovery among children, youth and adults following disaster. The Skills for Psychology Recovery (SPR) training program:
For more information and details of available training sessions, please contact Allira Power, Program Coordinator, on (07) 3105 8300 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Earn 6 CPE points Endorsed: 31/5/2011 - 31/5/2014
HoNOS Training with Te PouTe Pou is New Zealand's National Centre of Mental Health Research, Information and Workforce Development. Its website has information about outcome measures and tools and training related to HoNOS. This is a free service. The ACMHN, with the permission of Te Pou, has Endorsed the HoNOS training for professional development purposes. This means if you complete relevant sections you can claim CPE/CPD points for your credentialing application. This program may be of use to you if you are just finding out about HoNOS or you are in need of a refresher.
How to access the HoNOS training* Log onto the Te Pou site http://www.tepou.co.nz/page/23-Welcome In order to claim CPE/CPD points, this is what you must do To verify that you have undertaken the Te Pou program and are eligible for CPE points, you need to undertake each case study as instructed on the Te Pou site and complete the rating form until your rating is consistent with the actual rating given by Te Pou.
Each case study includes
At the end you can either print or email the result sheet which can then be kept and used as evidence of having completed the case studies. If you email the result sheet to yourself as this will provide a date for further support.
Endorsed CPE Points2 CPE points for completion of each case study – a total of 14 CPE points is available for completion of all case studies.
Certificate of completionThis is offered by ACMHN if you submit copies of emails for ALL case studies. However, to be eligible for a certificate, all case studies will need to be completed within one month. Submit your case studies as a complete package to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with the subject – “HoNOS Training Certificate”.
Please direct all HoNOS enquiries to the College by email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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