About MHPOD

"These are important areas for training and development in mental health."

What it is

MHPOD is a new, evidence-based online learning resource for people working in mental health. There are about seventy hours of material on forty five topics, written and produced in Australia. The topics range from recovery to legislation and dual disability. All topics have strong links to the National Practice Standards for the Mental Health Workforce. MHPOD is delivered online. Users will register, and then log in to undertake topics.

Who it's for

MHPOD is primarily designed for nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, psychiatrists and psychologists working in mental health in Australia. It is expected that other people, including consumer advocates, carer advocates, Aboriginal health workers, and other allied health workers will also find it useful.

When will MHPOD be available?

MHPOD became available at the beginning of 2011. A small number of topics are currently available for you to preview. You are encouraged to create an account on the site using the link on the home page to receive updates on the project and the course material.

Who's involved in MHPOD?

MHPOD has been funded by all states and territories, and the Commonwealth government. Aims include supporting the mental health workforce, and improving access to evidence-based educational programs. The content has been written by the Psychosocial Research Centre at the University of Melbourne, and the production and overall delivery of MHPOD has been undertaken by CADRE Design. The broad project team, like the workforce, is multidisciplinary and located throughout Australia. Quality assurance has been undertaken by an expert group including consumer and carer representatives, clinicians and academics.

 

MHPOD Privacy Statement

The MHPOD Privacy Statement outlines the MHPOD privacy and information handling practices. The privacy and protection of users’ personal information is taken seriously, in line with the National Privacy Principles.

If you have any queries regarding MHPOD privacy practices, please contact the state or territory administrator for your jurisdiction. 

Click here to access the MHPOD Privacy Statement.