Professional Development
At VMHPAA, we recognise that ongoing professional development is essential to maintaining high standards of care, staying current with best practices, and growing as a capable, ethical practitioner. That’s why regular professional development is a mandatory requirement for all members engaged in mental health support and care.
We support and acknowledge a wide range of training opportunities relevant to vocational-level practice, including but not limited to, workshops, webinars, conferences, and accredited short courses. Below is a sample of workshops and events we recognise as contributing to professional development; however, this list is not exhaustive, and we are always open to considering other learning opportunities that align with your field of practice.
Upcoming Events
- Tue, 16 Septhttps://www.associationforcoaching.com/Join AC’s virtual “Research to Practice” session - 16 Sept 2025 - exploring combined individual and group coaching strategies to empower female leaders. CPD certificate included.
- Wed, 24 SeptKuchingJoin the APAC Coaching Conference 2025 in Kuching, Malaysia, on September 24–25. Explore "The Future of Coaching: Adapting through Integration" with global experts.
- Mon, 13 OctMelbourneJoin the AAPi Conference 2025 in Melbourne, 13–15 October, to explore diverse psychological practices, engage in interactive sessions, and connect with peers nationwide.
- Fri, 17 OctBundooraJoin “Choosing Life – A Suicide Intervention” in Melbourne to gain practical skills in suicide intervention from Neuro Balance Australasia. Live or recorded with CPD credit.
- Sat, 18 OctBundooraJoin the Build a Successful Mental Health Private Practice workshop on 18 Oct 2025 in Bundoora (in person) or online. Practical insights from legal, tech, marketing to setup perfect for emerging and community-based practitioners.
- Sun, 19 OctBundooraJoin the Lüscher Colour Measure Practitioner Certification in Melbourne - learn the evidence-based 8‑Colour Test to assess emotional states, gain CPD points, and expand your therapeutic toolkit.
- Wed, 05 NovHobartJoin RMHC25 in Hobart, Nov 5–7, 2025, to explore innovations in rural mental health. Connect with peers, share insights, and shape the future of community care.
- Date and time is TBDhttps://my.pesi.partners/22M3FLL/2CGLJ45/Enhance your practice with PESI's Neurodiversity Specialist Training - affirming strategies for Autism, ADHD, OCD, and more.