The GPMHSC is the body responsible for setting the standards and accrediting training in mental health for GPs and is made up of a committee which includes representatives from general practice, psychiatry, psychology and the community.
What we do
Mental health training provides GPs with specific knowledge, skills and attitudes required to assess, manage and treat common mental illnesses in general practice.
Find out moreThis section is developed for training providers who are interested in developing accredited mental health training and education for GPs.
Find out moreA consumer is a person who has lived experience of mental illness, and who may or may not have accessed mental health services. This section is developed for consumers who would like more information on how GP’s can help assess, treat and manage comm
Find out moreHello from the General Practice Mental Health Standards Collaboration (GPMHSC), and welcome to the autumn edition of our e-newsletter.
ReadThe GPMHTP templates can enhance the quality of mental health care provision and support GPs in the management of patients with a mental illness.
ReadThe Mental health training standards 2020 – 22: a guide for training providers has been developed for those interested in developing accredited mental health training and education activities for GPs.
ReadThe GPMHSC has officially released the Mental health training standards 2020–22 for GPs and training providers.
ReadThe Mental health training standards 2020–22: A guide for GPs provides information for GPs on the types of mental health training programs the GPMHSC accredits.
ReadThe GPMHSC provides accreditation for GP mental health education and training activities. This information sheet outlines the process involved in applying to the GPMHSC for accreditation.
ReadIncreasingly, general practitioners (GPs) are turning to online education and training to meet their professional development needs including the area of mental healthcare.
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