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News and updates from the Queensland Centre for Mental Health Learning
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In this edition Spring 2016
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Welcome to our Spring edition eNewsletter.
It is difficult to imagine, but Christmas is just around the corner and the change of season heralds the commencement of planning for next year's training schedule.
We will see many changes in how training is provided in 2017, with the Learning Centre hub delivering more sessions locally, as well as featuring new eLearning and face-to-face programs. Blended learning programs will feature with two new programs currently in development; QC24 Strengths in Recovery, now in its Pilot phase (see more in article below), and QC27 Group Facilitation presently under design - both including online components completed prior to attendance.
In recent months our Clinical Educators have also been busy presenting the work of the Learning Centre at conferences, including the 17th International Mental Health Conference at the Gold Coast and the National Suicide Prevention Conference in Canberra where our work on the statewide roll out of the SRAM-ED project was well received (more on this project below).
Applications are now invited for the Queensland Mental Health Scholarships Scheme for study in 2017. Learn more about the scholarship scheme, including eligibility requirements on our webpage.
As we near the end of the training year, the Learning Centre would also like to take a moment to thank the HHS training co-facilitators for their significant contributions in supporting program delivery. Your local knowledge is invaluable in enriching the experience for participants.
We look forward to sharing with you more updates, key developments and new learning opportunities for mental health clinicians and workers across Queensland. |
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QC24 Working with Strengths in Recovery - New training in pilot phase
We are extremely excited to be in the final stages of testing the new blended learning training package and have pilots planned in two locations across the state.
The first trial run of the program held recently at West Moreton was incredibly successful, with a special guest appearance by ‘Roy’ from Central Queensland who enriched the simulation experience by highlighting the power of effective engagement. Roy aka Katrina Angus is pictured centre and joined by Learning Centre staff, Debra Klages Educator from Townsville and student nurse Christine Oyella.
The aim of this course is to provide an approach to working with consumers in continuing care that is underpinned by a recovery orientated partnership.
The Strengths Model provides both a practice philosophy and a process for working with consumers in a recovery orientated way. This model encourages the clinician and the consumer to see possibilities rather than problems, options rather than constraints and wellness rather than sickness.
Some learning outcomes include:
- Use person centred interpersonal skills that support a strengths based practitioner/ consumer working relationship.
- Identify a consumers strengths and how these strengths can be used to support meaningful outcomes as defined by the consumer.
- Use the Strengths Assessment model to assist the consumer to identify their goals.
We look forward launching this training in 2017.
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Reasoning and Rehabilitation for Youths and Adults with Mental Health Problems training
The Queensland Centre for Mental Health Learning (Learning Centre) and West Moreton Hospital and Health Service are pleased to announce an exciting new training opportunity for all Queensland Health staff members. The Reasoning and Rehabilitation Program for Youths and Adults with Mental Health Problems (R&R2 MHP) training is a structured, manualised cognitive behavioural therapy program which aims to implement behavioural change in consumers and reduce recidivism.
The R&R2 MHP program teaches: metacognition, emotional competence, fundamental interpersonal skills, active listening, relapse prevention, motivation, and prosocial self-efficacy. It is designed for youths and adults with whose offending behaviours are associated with mental health problems or a severe mental disorder.
Spring 2016 update:
A pilot roll-out of the program was successfully completed from February to June 2016. Eleven consumers from high secure and medium secure services at The Park - Centre for Mental Health, in the West Moreton HHS, participated in the 16-week program. The program was well received by consumers and initial feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Pre- and post-program assessment measures were completed by participants; pilot results will be combined with future roll-outs and analysed to determine the ongoing efficacy of the training.
What’s next?
The Learning Centre is currently developing resources which will support and guide delivery of this exciting program, utilising a train-the-trainer approach, to interested services. This program will be delivered over three days by Learning Centre staff who are qualified R&R2 MHP Instructors. At the conclusion of the training, staff will be accredited as R&R2 MHP trainers, and will be able to deliver the program to consumers in their service. The workshop includes:
- program theory and background
- in-depth familiarisation with program materials, including the program handbook, program manual, participant handbook, and mentor’s handbook
- extensive modelling and rehearsal of key program activities, exercises and games (in pair-based and group modalities)
- logistic considerations and information to support services delivering to consumers.
Services most likely to benefit from making this program available to consumers are:
- Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Units
- Community Mental Health
- Community Care Units
- Community Forensic Mental Health
- Prison Mental Health
- Youth Detention/Justice.
For more information regarding the R&R2 MHP program, future training, or if you have any queries please contact Ralph Marszalek on 07 3271 8860.
Further information regarding the content and background of the R&R2 MHP program can be found here. (Website owned by the program authors, not the Learning Centre, or Queensland Health) |
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SRAM-ED update
The Suicide Risk Assessment and Management in Emergency Department Settings (SRAM-ED) training package was developed in response to a Ministerial announcement. The training package utilises a train-the-trainer (T-t-T) model tailored specifically for staff who work in Emergency Departments, this includes nurses, doctors, allied health and mental health staff. Phase 1 of the project is now complete with the Learning Centre training 158 local trainers across the state. Evaluations of the eLearning training indicate a training satisfaction score of 4.2 (out of a total score of 5), while satisfaction with the face-to-face workshops was 4.4 (out of a total score of 5). Information about the training program including evaluation data was presented at the National Suicide Prevention conference in Canberra. The presentation generated considerable interest interstate and internationally. The Learning Centre’s work was also acknowledged in a ‘tweet’ from the Health Minister Cameron Dick. Dan Mobbs a Clinical Educator with the Learning Centre will also be presenting at the Australian Institute for Suicide Research and Prevention’s (AISRAP) World Suicide Prevention Day Community Forum on 9 Sept. This event will be a great opportunity for networking and professional development.
Phase 2 of the project is now underway. HHS staff trained in SRAM-ED are now offering the education to all ED clinicians including Mental Health service clinicians working in ED. Topics covered within the foundational course include reflection on values and attitudes to suicide, forming a therapeutic alliance with a suicidal patient, understanding suicide and eliciting suicidal intent, support on the ward, and local referral processes. It also seeks to foster collaboration and communication between ED and Mental Health staff at a local level. The advanced course is designed to extend the knowledge and skills of participants who are responsible for patient discharge and/or for staff who wish to enhance their suicide risk assessment skills using collaborative safety planning interventions and using the Chronological Assessment of Suicide Events (CASE) approach developed by Shea (2009).
Gareth Daniels the Regional Adversity Integrated Care Clinician from Central Queensland was the first in the state to roll out the local SRAM-ED training where eight participants completed the foundational and advanced courses (pictured above). Please see the Regional Adversity Integrated Care Clinician (RAICC) in your area or contact your local training department to find out about upcoming SRAM-ED training in your HHS.
Earlier this month we met with the Mental Health and Other Drugs Branch (MHAODB), this productive meeting really demonstrated the state’s commitment to the project and its sustainability over the next three years. As part of phase 2 of the project, the Learning Centre will be offering additional T-t-T sessions to select locations. We have T-t-T sessions scheduled in Cairns in October and a Metro delivery in December. We are currently in the planning phase to identify priority areas for training in 2017.
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An important update about Mental Health Act training
With the release of the new Mental Health Act 2016 legislation, Mental Health Act 2000 (MHA) eLearning training program for Authorised Mental Health Doctors and Practitioners is under review.
During this transitional period, both the existing MHA 2000 authorisation training and course certificate are still considered current until the release of the new Mental Health Act 2016 eLearning training program. The new Mental Health Act 2016 program is due to be released in the first quarter of 2017.
Note: the MHA renewal program is no longer available, however if staff are required to revisit MHA 2000 training their access can be reset for them to undertake all 15 modules of the MHA 2000 eLearning training program and on successful completion receive certificates with a current date of completion.
For support or more information please contact the Learning Centre's Mental Health Act support officer on 3271 8862 or email qcmhlit@health.qld.gov.au.
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Mental Health Scholarship Scheme 2017
Applications are NOW invited for the Queensland Health Mental Health Scholarship Scheme to study in 2017.
The scheme provides financial assistance for completion of approved post graduate level university studies in mental health clinical practice that will enhance the capability of Queensland Health mental health staff. Scholarships are available to clinicians from the Nursing and Allied Health disciplines who are working closely with mental health consumers.
Applications close at 5pm on 10 October.
Visit the webpage for more information, eligibility criteria and applications.
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Professional opportunities
The Learning Centre offers a wide range of training programs aimed to provide a practical foundation of knowledge and skills with an emphasis on consumer safety and mental health recovery.
If it has been 2 years or more since completing any of our programs, you may like to consider re-attending a refresher. This will ensure you are up to date with the most current content and practices.
Why not consider including some of these learning opportunities in your next Performance, Planning and Appraisal (PPA) review and list as achievement targets for the next 6-12 months?
Consider the following:
For more information visit our website.
Be sure to check the calendar and enrol for our workshops using your current details as soon as possible. |
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NEW online learning content!
The Queensland Centre for Mental Health Learning website hosts a number of online resources useful to mental health professionals including four NEW resources:
- Acute Management Plan
- Child and Youth Mental Health Training Videos
- An introduction to 'Working with Strengths in Recovery' - pre-learning for the new QC24 Working with Strenghts in Recovery program being Piloted
- Suicide Risk Assessment and Management in Emergency Department Settings - pre-learning for the QC25 SRAM-ED training.
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Thank you to our partners:
- Department of Health
- Department of Housing and Public Works
- Griffith University, School of Applied Psychology - Professor Analise O'Donovan
- Headspace
- Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Branch
- Pine Rivers Private Hospital, Mental Health
- Royal Flying Doctor Service
- Youth Justice Queensland
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Important information:
Fees for Learning Centre training programs to increase.
The Learning Centre has been able to offer very low fees for training programs for many years. Despite increases in operational costs, the Learning Centre has kept its course fee structure unchanged since 2007.
To ensure program sustainability and flexibility, changes to the fees are currently under consideration. |
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Featured in the next edition...
New program launches.
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Queensland Centre for Mental Health Learning, Ellerton Drive, Wacol Qld 4076
West Moreton Hospital and Health Service, RTO code 40745
phone: (07) 3271 8837
internet: www.health.qld.gov.au/qcmhl
qheps: qheps.health.qld.gov.au/qcmhl
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