Events, training & courses

This workshop is aimed at clinicians with advanced knowledge and experience of working with ACT in their clinical practice. During this 2-day workshop, participants will be delving deeper into the theory underlying ACT and translate this expanded understanding into more flexible implementation of

The Mental Health Act prescribes rights, processes and procedures for consumers whose treatment is compulsory. The Act can be applied to all settings and circumstances regarding mental health issues.

Bookings currently not available. Contact MHTDU for expressions of interest. Holistic, client-centred thinking underpins Safety and Inclusion (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, CALD, children, family and LGBTQIA+) practice. Clinicians delivering Trauma Informed Care, Single Session

This highly engaging program brings together concepts, themes and skills derived from the contemporary literature including the Chronological Assessment of Suicide Events (CASE) approach; a risk assessment and formulation model that emphasises prevention over prediction; and Safety Planning

This training will explore new developments in psychoactive substance use with a particular focus on methamphetamines and examine the tension/dichotomy in the literature around substance misuse. It will also identify current trends and innovations in clinical interventions.

Mental health assessments form the central focus of care for effective treatment and care in public mental health. Combining knowledge, analysis and communication collaboratively achieves effective outcomes with consumers. The impact of holistic assessments assist the achievement of improved

This interactive workshop will examine frameworks that inform nursing practice and reinforce how critical thinking leads to improved outcomes for consumers and reduces clinical errors. The workshop will utilise the principles of clinical reasoning and critical thinking in mental health nursing

This interactive workshop for clinicians will enable participants to support consumers in relation to their driving. It will focus on screening and assessing capability to drive and determining when an occupational therapy assessment is indicated. Practical skills, knowledge and resources will

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication, with particular attention to the language of change. It is designed to strengthen personal motivation for, and commitment to, a specific goal by eliciting and exploring the person’s own reasons for change within

This 2-day workshop aims to enhance participants’ skills in delivering ACT-consistent interventions in their practice. This is an intermediate workshop requiring participants to have a solid understanding of the core principles of ACT, and have used ACT in their practice for at least 6 months

The application of legislation within the mental health setting can be complex and raise ethical dilemmas. This interactive workshop considers relevant legislation and provides a framework for approaching dilemmas. It draws upon the experience of consumers, families and carers, medical and legal