Publisher: MHPOD
Purpose
MHPOD is an evidence-based online learning resource for people working in mental health. Currently, there are over 100 hours of material across 68 topics, written and produced in Australia. The topics range from recovery to legislation and dual disability. Each topic includes an overview, activity, in-practice section, and resources such as checklists, templates, or links to further information. The content of MHPOD is linked to the National Practice Standards for the Mental Health Workforce.
Learning
The content of MHPOD is linked to the National Practice Standards for the Mental Health Workforce. The content for each topic is organised into learning objectives.
Each topic currently on MHPOD has been written to equate to 1 CPD; however, this should be used as an indicative guide only and organisations are encouraged to assess each topic on its own to determine its worth.
As new content is developed or existing content reviewed, external organisations will be consulted, such as national collages etc, regarding the CPD value of the material.
Pilot evaluation (National) undertaken in 2010 indicated that MHPOD had a positive impact on knowledge, skills and confidence.
Additional Information
The MHPOD Learning Portal's current suite of content has been written by the Psychosocial Research Centre at the University of Melbourne and North West Mental Health.
If you reside in NSW and do not work for NSW Health, then you should register on the new national site. Everyone else can access MHPOD simply by visiting the Learning Portal located here and click "Sign Up".
