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Individual Course Approval

Empowering Practitioners, Transforming Lives
Recognising High-Quality Learning for VMHPAA CPD Points
At the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA), we are committed to supporting our members’ ongoing professional development through access to high-quality, relevant, and ethical training.
To help maintain high standards across our profession, VMHPAA offers Individual Course Approval - recognising workshops, seminars, webinars, and short courses that meet our criteria for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points.
If you deliver a specific learning event designed to enhance the skills, knowledge, and ethical practice of vocational mental health practitioners, we invite you to apply for VMHPAA Individual Course Approval by registering as a Corporate Member, either Bronze or Silver, here.
What We Recognise
Individual Course Approval is available for:
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Workshops
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Seminars
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Webinars
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Masterclasses
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Short training programs
Courses Must Demonstrate
For course approval the training provider must demonatrate:
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Alignment with vocational mental health practice
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Clear learning outcomes and professional relevance
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Evidence-based, ethical content
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Opportunities for reflection, application, or skills development
Important Distinction
Individual Course Approval recognises a single learning event via our Corporate Memberships - either Bronze or Silver.
If you are an organisation delivering a range of educational activities, you may be eligible to apply for Corporate Member - Gold or Platinum status instead.
Learn more about becoming an Approved Provider by registering as a Corporate Member here.
Some Notes
Why Apply for Course Approval?
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Recognition and approval by Australia's peak vocational mental health body.
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Visibility to VMHPAA members seeking CPD opportunities.
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Recognition for course attendees, who can count their participation towards their annual CPD requirements.
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Support the growth of a skilled, ethical, and community-focused mental health workforce
How to Apply for Course Approval
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Register as a Bronze or Silver Corporate Member and complete the attached Course Accreditation Application Form.
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Submit required documents, including course outline, presenter qualifications, and evaluation method.
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Pay the Corporate Member fee.
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The executive committee will provide confirmation and digital approval badge once the course/s are accepted.
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