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Which membership is best for me?

  • Best Value

    FULL MEMBERSHIP

    195$
    Every year
    Eligibility: Qualified and practicing Vocational Mental Health Practitioners, such as counsellors, psychotherapists, psychologists, social workers etc
     
    • REQUIREMENTS:
    • AQF Level 4 to 6 recognised vocational qualification
    • Minimum one year of professional practice
    • Australian National Police (Criminal) History Check (NPC)
    • Working with Children Check (or equivalent) where needed
    • Commitment to maintaining supervision requirements
    • Commitment to continuing professional development
    • Commitment to upholding the Ethics & Constitution of VMHPAA
    • Professional indemnity insurance in Australia cover to $20M
    • BENEFITS:
    • (i) Permitted to use the postnominals of ‘MVMHPAA.
    • (ii) Full voting rights in the Association.
    • (iii) Access to exclusive resources, research & publications
    • (iv) Discounts on conferences, workshops & training sessions
    • (v) Networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders
    • (vi) Eligibility to stand for election to VMHPAA Committees
    • (vii) Voting rights and other rights as determined by VMHPAA

  • PROVISIONAL MEMBERSHIP

    110$
     
    Qualified and practicing Vocational Mental Health Practitioners with less than one year of supervised practice
    Valid for 12 months
    • REQUIREMENTS:
    • Hold AQF Level 4-6 vocational qualification in mental health
    • Less than 1 year of professional supervised practice
    • Australian National Police (Criminal) History Check (NPC)
    • Working with Children Check (or equivalent) where needed
    • Hold professional indemnity insurance in Australia to $20M
    • Commitment to ongoing Supervision
    • Commitment to continuing professional development
    • Commitment to the VMHPAA Rules, policies and procedures
    • Commitment to pursuing a career in the mental health field
    • BENEFITS:
    • (i) network with experienced mental health practitioners
    • (ii) Discounts on VMHPAA conferences, workshops & seminars
    • (iii) Present research or case studies at VMHPAA events
    • (iv) Have work published in the VMHPAA journal.
    • (iv) Use of the "Provisional Member, “PMVMHPAA” designation.

  • STUDENT MEMBERSHIP

    0$
     
    Individuals currently enrolled in a AQF Level 4 TO 6 vocational educational program related to mental health
    Valid for 12 months
    • REQUIREMENTS:
    • Current enrolment in a AQF 4-6 mental health program
    • Must be a FIRST qualification enrolment
    • Proof of enrolment in a recognised educational institution
    • FREE for the first 12 months
    • BENEFITS:
    • (i) Access to resources tailored for students.
    • (ii) Mentorship opportunities with experienced practitioners
    • (iii) Discount on VMHPAA member fees, events & resources
    • (iv) Networking with professionals and peers.
    • (v) Opportunities for scholarships and awards.

  • VETERAN MEMBERSHIP

    195$
    Every year
    A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in the field of mental health
     
    • REQUIREMENTS:
    • Significant and sustained contributions to the field
    • Recognised as seasoned expert & mentor within Association
    • Active participation in Association events and initiatives
    • Contribution to the Association knowledge base & PD offers
    • Engagement in mentoring & supporting Association members
    • Upholding the highest standards of practice & ethics
    • Endorsement by at least one Association Fellow or Executive
    • Australian National Police (Criminal) History Check (NPC)
    • Working with Children Check (or equivalent) where needed
    • Commitment to ongoing Supervision & Professional Development
    • BENEFITS:
    • (i) Permitted to use the postnominals of ‘MVMHPAA.’
    • (ii) Recognition as a seasoned professional & expert
    • (iii) Lead and participate in VMHPAA PD activities
    • (iv) Consideration for advisory roles and special projects
    • (v) Network of veteran members for collaboration & support
    • (vi) Full voting rights and other rights as determined

  • INTERNATIONAL MEMBERSHIP

    50$
    Every year
    Mental health practitioners and professionals residing outside Australia
     
    • REQUIREMENTS:
    • Proof of qualifications and practice in home country
    • Police (Criminal) History Check for their country
    • Working with Children Check for their country if required
    • BENEFITS:
    • (i) Access to online resources and virtual events.
    • (ii) Discounts on Association conferences and webinars.
    • (iii) Networking with global peers.
    • (iv) Opportunity for international collaboration & research

  • RETIRED MEMBERSHIP

    80$
    Every year
    Former Vocational Mental Health Practitioners who have retired from active practice
     
    • REQUIREMENTS:
    • Proof of retirement from professional practice
    • BENEFITS:
    • (i) Continued access to resources and publications.
    • (ii) Discounts on Association events and activities.
    • (iii) Opportunities to mentor younger professionals.
    • (iv) Participation in the VMHPAA social networking events

  • AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP

    50$
    Every year
    Professionals and individuals interested in mental health but not practicing directly, such as educators, researchers, and allied health professionals
     
    • REQUIREMENTS:
    • Demonstrated interest in mental health but not practicing
    • BENEFITS:
    • (i) Access to relevant resources and publications.
    • (ii) Discounts on Association events and training.
    • (iii) Opportunities to collaborate on research and projects.
    • (iv) Networking with mental health professionals.

  • ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP

    50$
    Every year
    Eligibility Individuals working in the mental health industry who do not yet meet the criteria for full membership.
     
    • REQUIREMENTS:
    • Relevant work experience in mental health or related area
    • Interest in professional development & Association activity
    • Commitment to upholding the Ethics & Constitution of VMHPAA
    • Commitment to ongoing Supervision & Professional Development
    • Hold a Cert IV in Mental Health or a related field and
    • do not yet meet the criteria for full membership; OR
    • Mental health academic qualification AQF 7 and
    • do not qualify for membership in another association; OR
    • Individuals interested in the industry & support VMHPAA
    • BENEFITS:
    • (i) Access to resources and publications.
    • (ii) Discounts on Association events and training.
    • (iii) Networking opportunities.
    • (iv) May participate in committees but without voting rights

  • CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP - BRONZE

    100$
     
    Ideal for Registered and Qualified Practitioners, including Psychologists and Counsellors, who wish to deliver a one-off workshop, webinar or Professional Development event
    Valid for 2 months
    • REQUIREMENTS
    • Limited to ONE course/PD training event per annum
    • Professional Development Event must be a minimum 1.5 hours
    • Application received 3 months prior to commencement date
    • Acceptance and approval by the VMHPAA Committee
    • BENEFITS
    • Advertising on the VMHPAA website in blocks of 2 months
    • VMHPAA will only advertise 2 similar courses per block
    • Limited to 20 Bronze courses advertised every block
    • Use of the VMHPAA digital logo for the term
    • A link on our website to your event registration page

  • CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP - SILVER

    300$
    Every year
    Suitable for Registered and Qualified Practitioners, including psychologists and counsellors, who provide between 2-5 courses or professional development training to other mental health practitioners.
     
    • REQUIREMENTS
    • Minimum of 2 and up to 5 PD events/workshop types per annum
    • Professional Development Event must be a minimum of 4 hours
    • Application received 3 months prior to commencement date/s
    • Acceptance and approval by the VMHPAA Committee
    • BENEFITS
    • Limited to a maximum of 30 PD providers per annum
    • Corporate discounts on VMHPAA events & training
    • Opportunities for sponsorship and advertisement
    • A Link on our website to your event registration page
    • Advertise with VMHPAA digital logo for 12 months only

  • CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP - GOLD

    500$
    Every 18 months
    Registered Training Organisations and businesses that support the objectives of the VMHPAA Association
     
    • REQUIREMENTS:
    • Acceptance and approval by the VMHPAA Committee
    • Note: 18 month offer for each application
    • BENEFITS:
    • Corporate discounts on VMHPAA events & training
    • Opportunities for sponsorship and advertisement.
    • Recognition on the Association’s website & publication
    • Networking events and collaborative opportunities
    • Advertise with VMHPAA digital logo for the full term

  • CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP - PLATINUM

    1,500$
    Every year
    Perfect for universities and TAFE colleges seeking to promote their AQF level 4-6 courses with VMHPAA
    Valid for 2 years
    • REQUIREMENTS
    • Application and approval by the VMHPAA Committee
    • BENEFITS
    • Quarterly strategic consultation with VMHPAA leadership
    • Feature listing on VMHPAA website with logo and profile
    • Co-branded opportunities on national campaigns
    • Corporate discounts at VMHPAA events and conferences
    • Opportunities for Advisory Committee Role/s
    • Listing of up to 20 VMHPAA approved PD events per annum

  • Supervisor - Counselling/Psychotherapy

    155$
    Every year
    Register to become a clinical supervisor for VMHPAA members who are practicing in counselling or psychotherapy.
     180 day free trial
    • BENEFITS:
    • Listing on VMHPAA "Search for a Counselling Supervisor"
    • FREE for 6 months - fees due at the end of the trial period
    • Low cost annual fee
    • Digital Logo 'VMHPAA - Registered Supervisor'
    • Access to VMHPAA resources, research and publications
    • Discounts on conferences, workshops & training sessions
    • Networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders
    • Eligible to publish articles VMHPAA quarterly e-Newsletter
    • REQUIREMENTS:
    • Qualification from an approved Supervisor Training Provider
    • Minimum 5 years experience as a counsellor/psychotherapist
    • Australian National Police (Criminal) History Check (NPC)
    • Commitment to ongoing professional development
    • Commitment to ongoing Supervision from approved Supervisor
    • Commitment to the VMHPAA Rules, policies and procedures
    • Commitment to upholding the Ethics & Constitution of VMHPAA
    • NO Voting rights in the Association

This subscription will automatically renew at the end of each period for a further term, unless either party gives the other written notice of termination at least 30 days prior to the end of the relevant term.

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