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

Fri, 27 Marhttps://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-gUAFffJoin this free live webinar exploring grief, loss and healing through a compassionate, LGBTQIA+ affirming lens. A thoughtful online conversation for practitioners supporting clients through bereavement, change, identity, and emotional recovery.
Tue, 28 AprInternational Convention CentreJoin Suicide Prevention Australia’s National Suicide Prevention Conference 2026 (NSPC26) — 28–30 April at ICC Sydney. Theme: United Voices, Brighter Futures. Learn, connect, and strengthen practice.
Tue, 28 Aprhttps://tuningintokids.org.au/train-with-usBecome an accredited Dads Tuning in to Kids® facilitator online training, 28 April 2026. Learn evidence-based emotion coaching strategies tailored to engaging fathers and male carers.
Thu, 14 Mayhttps://my.pesi.partners/22M3FLL/2WDLFLW/Support clients in midlife and later life with greater confidence. This two-day online summit explores practical, evidence-informed strategies for menopause, grief, loneliness, retirement, caregiving, and cognitive change.
Wed, 27 MayHong Kong Shue Yan UniversityJoin the International Conference on Human Resilience: Navigating Life Changes & Challenges — 27–30 May 2026, Hong Kong Shue Yan University (in person). A cross-disciplinary forum on resilience research and practice.
Wed, 27 MayHong Kong Shue Yan UniversityICHS 2026 Pre-Conference Workshops (Hong Kong) — immersive sessions exploring resilience research, practice and innovation ahead of the International Conference on Human Resilience.
Sat, 15 AugPlenty Ranges Arts & Convention CentreVMHPAA’s inaugural national conference. A landmark gathering for vocational mental health practitioners to connect, learn, and shape the future of our profession.
Wed, 19 AugMelbourne Convention & Exhibition CentreJoin the Australian Disaster Resilience Conference 2026, 19–20 Aug in Melbourne. A cross-sector forum for building community resilience and disaster recovery capacity.
Thu, 22 Octconfirmed on registrationThe Lived Places Publishing Conference brings together practitioners, scholars and lived-experience voices exploring place, identity, wellbeing and social connection through research and storytelling.
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.
