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Individual Course Approval 

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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:
  • Workshops
  • Seminars
  • Webinars
  • Masterclasses
  • Short training programs

Courses Must Demonstrate

​For course approval the training provider must demonatrate:
  • Alignment with vocational mental health practice
  • Clear learning outcomes and professional relevance
  • Evidence-based, ethical content
  • 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?
  • Recognition and approval by Australia's peak vocational mental health body.
  • Visibility to VMHPAA members seeking CPD opportunities.
  • Recognition for course attendees, who can count their participation towards their annual CPD requirements.
  • Support the growth of a skilled, ethical, and community-focused mental health workforce
How to Apply for Course Approval
  1. Register as a Bronze or Silver Corporate Member and complete the attached Course Accreditation Application Form.
  2. Submit required documents, including course outline, presenter qualifications, and evaluation method.
  3. Pay the Corporate Member fee.
  4. The executive committee will provide confirmation and digital approval badge once the course/s are accepted.
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