Training for Professionals

The Mental Health Commission (Commission) aims to support the mental health, alcohol and other drugs sectors and other human service providers to enhance their capacity to engage and respond effectively to people experiencing mental health, alcohol and other drug-related. The Commission offers a range of training aimed at professionals, volunteers and the community.

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Alcohol and other Drug Training

Find out more about the different training options available to support professionals in the alcohol and other drugs sector.

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Mental Health Training

The Commission encourages individuals and organisations to access accredited mental health training programs.

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Youth Sector Training

Learn more about the alcohol and other drug training for drug education support service workers in youth accommodation services.

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Strong Spirit Strong Mind Aboriginal Programs

Find out more about culturally secure training for mental health, alcohol and other drug workers.

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Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Training

Learn more about the Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention two-day workshops.

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Prevention Training and Network

Find out more about alcohol and other drug prevention training and network.

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Training for Volunteers

Find out more about the Volunteer Drug and Alcohol Counsellors’ Training Program.