Initial Assessment and Referral Decision Support Tool for mental healthcare

Posted Monday 31 March 2025 | Northern Queensland Primary Health Network

Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN) invite GPs and GP Registrars to attend a face-to-face Initial Assessment and Referral Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) training session.

What is the IAR-DST?
The IAR-DST helps clinicals and mental health service providers to assist individuals seeking mental health support in primary care. It uses a standardised evidence-informed approach to evaluation needs, connecting consumers with the appropriate local care.

The IAR-DST can assist users to:

• Explore essential information during a mental health assessment and review critical and holistic information that is essential for decision making.
• Estimate or confirm the mental health treatment needs of the patient or consumer.
• Communicate treatment needs with others in the sector, reducing the frustration that might occur when referring to mental health services.

Eligible GPs and GP Registrars who attend this training session will receive:

• $300 incentive payment*
• CPD points (30 minutes Reviewing Performance and 1.5 Educational Activities through RACGP; 2 hours CPD for ACRRM).

Pre-requisite: 30-minute online theory module (enrolled upon registration for this session). Learn more about IAR-DST by visiting nqphn.com.au/iar-dst.

Places for this session are limited, and registrations will close 12pm, Friday 11 April 2025. Register now via the link below. A two-course meal will be provided.

Please note: All participants must bring their own device (iPad, tablet, or laptop).

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