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Approved Training Providers

Empowering Practitioners, Transforming Lives

Adult Education Course

Partner with VMHPAA to Support Australia's Mental Health Workforce
 
At the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA), we believe that professional growth is essential to delivering ethical, effective, and community-focused mental health support.
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To ensure our members have access to high-quality ongoing education, we invite training organisations and corporate educators to apply for Approved Provider status via our Corporate Gold Membership.
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Becoming an Approved Training Provider recognises your commitment to delivering professional development that aligns with VMHPAA’s standards - and connects you directly with Australia’s leading community of vocational mental health practitioners.

Who Should Apply?

Approved Training Provider status is ideal for:​
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  • Private education companies
  • Organisations running a series of CPD workshops, seminars, or courses
  • Employers providing in-house training options for practitioners

Our Expectations

Approved Training Providers must demonstrate:

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  • Alignment with vocational mental health practice and principles

  • Delivery of evidence-based, ethical, and professionally relevant training

  • Commitment to participant learning outcomes and skills development

  • Qualified facilitators or trainers with experience in the mental health sector

Important Distinction

Approved Training Provider status covers your organisation and a range of your educational activities, via our Gold Corporate Membership.

If you wish to seek recognition for a single workshop, seminar, or course, you should apply instead for individual course approval via our Corporate Memberships - either Bronze or Silver.
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Learn more about Individual Course Approval here.

Purpose of an Approved Training Provider 

 

Gold Corporate Membership with VMHPAA is designed for organisations, training providers, health services, community organisations, and businesses that employ or support vocationally trained mental health practitioners. The aim is to create a unified, high-standard professional environment for both employers and practitioners to contribute to Australia's mental health system.

 

Eligibility

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Gold Corporate Membership is open to:

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  • Mental health services

  • NDIS providers

  • Peak bodies and non-government organisations (NGOs)

  • Aboriginal Medical Services

  • Education providers

  • Community-based organisations

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Responsibilities

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Gold Corporate Members are expected to:

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  • Support the VMHPAA Code of Ethics and Practice

  • Encourage continuing professional development and supervision for staff

  • Promote workforce inclusion, diversity, and culturally appropriate services

  • Maintain active communication with VMHPAA

 

Application Process

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Organisations wishing to join must:

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  1. Complete the Gold Corporate Membership application form

  2. Provide supporting documentation as required

  3. Agree to VMHPAA’s Code of Ethics and Terms & Conditions

  4. Submit payment of the membership fee based on corporate membership level

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Opportunities for Approved Training Providers

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VMHPAA invites training providers and individuals offering professional development opportunities to apply for recognition through one of our two dedicated pathways:

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1. Approved Training Provider Status:

 

For organisations and businesses that offer a range of educational opportunities throughout the year.

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  • Must be a registered Gold Corporate Member of VMHPAA

  • Recognition, VMHPAA highlights your organisation as a trusted, recommended training provider

  • Allows you to promote your workshops, courses, and CPD programs directly to our membership

  • Shows your commitment to supporting vocational mental health practitioners in their professional growth.

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2. Approved Course Status:

 

For individual workshops, seminars, short courses, or events that meet VMHPAA’s standards for professional development.

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  • This recognition is for a specific educational offering

  • Suitable for independent trainers, facilitators, and guest lecturers

  • Validates your event as a valuable CPD opportunity for VMHPAA members

  • Demonstrates alignment with VMHPAA's ethical and professional practice standards

  • Must register as a Bronze or Silver Corporate Member for recognition and approval.

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Why Partner with VMHPAA?

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  • Be recognised by Australia's peak body for vocationally trained mental health practitioners

  • Contribute to the development of a skilled, ethical, and community-connected mental health workforce

  • Expand your reach and visibility among committed, career-focused mental health professionals

  • Play a vital role in supporting practitioners to deliver safe, effective, and innovative care

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Apply to Become an Approved Training Provider or for Course Approval Today

 

Join us in advancing Australia’s vocational mental health sector through ethical leadership, collaboration, and professional development and help us empower Australia’s mental health workforce to keep learning, growing, and excelling.

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Ready to get started? Contact us 

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Together, we can raise the standard of vocational mental health care - one course, one conversation, and one practitioner at a time.

Some Notes

What It Means to Be an Approved Training Provider

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  • Your organisation is recognised by VMHPAA as a trusted source of professional development

  • You can offer multiple CPD-eligible courses under a single approval framework

  • Your offerings are promoted to VMHPAA members seeking quality training

  • You show your commitment to advancing the vocational mental health profession

 

How to Apply for Approved Training Provider Status

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  1. Become a Gold Corporate Member of VMHPAA

  2. Complete the Application Form

  3. Submit supporting documents, including course catalogues and trainer credentials

  4. Pay the registration fee

  5. Upon approval, you will receive a digital accreditation badge and promotional listing

 

Ready to apply? Contact us today

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Together, we can empower vocational mental health practitioners to deliver outstanding care - through learning, collaboration, and continuous growth.
 
Become a VMHPAA Approved Training Provider and be part of shaping the future of mental health support.

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