IAR mental health training – January and February 2026
The Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) provides a national, standardised approach to assessing and referring people presenting with mental health concerns in primary care settings. Developed by the Australian Government, the tool supports GPs and other clinicians to recommend the most appropriate level of care for people seeking mental health support.
National IAR training workshops will be held in January and February 2026. These sessions are RACGP and ACRRM approved, and participants will receive a certificate of attendance.
Register via the links below:
Tuesday 20 January, 12:00–2:00pm AEDT
Adaptation: Adolescent | Scenario: Brandon
Register hereThursday 29 January, 10:00am–12:00pm AEDT
Adaptation: Adult | Scenario: William
Register hereTuesday 24 February, 10:00am–12:00pm AEDT
Adaptation: Adult | Scenario: William
Register here
For more details, please refer to the National Training - Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) for Mental Healthcare flyer or contact iar.dst@cesphn.com.au