August 2020

Are you seeking a scholarship to undertake your PhD? Do you want to lead world-class research? Do you have an interest in rural and remote health? Do you want to be embedded in an organisation that prioritises the wellbeing of our country communities? Applications are now open for Research Training Program Scholarships! For more information, please visit Curtin University website.   Closing date: Tuesday, 1 September 2020    

The Westerman JIlya Institute for Indigenous Mental Health we are very excited to announce that applications are sought for the Dr Tracy Westerman Indigenous Psychology Scholarship Program.   APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON 29 AUGUST, 2020 and can be completed at the Westerman Jilya Institute website: https://www.thejilyainstitute.com.au/apply-for-a-scholarship/

Invitation to apply: Sponsored training opportunities with the Australian Institute of Management WA (AIM WA) Are you: Employed in health care, preferably by a non-government or not for profit organisation? Located in the South West region of WA ? Able to attend a course at AIM WA before 31 March 2021? Applications are now open! Closing at 5pm on 30 September 2020. How to apply: Visit www.aimwa.com to search the courses that are available. Some courses are excluded, as listed in the attached application form. Complete the attached application form and forward to WACHSResearchandInnovation@health.wa.gov.au by 5pm on 30 September 2020.   Supported…

Raising awareness of mental wellbeing Strong Roots: The Busselton Blue Tree Mental Wellbeing fundraiser is a project aiming to raise awareness of mental wellbeing and reduce the stigma around mental health. The fundraiser is aligned with the Busselton community's work to erect a symbol of hope - a blue tree. The tree will be re-engineered, painted blue and located in a highly visible spot. This will serve as a powerful conversation starter and remind people to check in with themselves and their loved ones. The fundraising raffle will contribute funds to 3 important not for profit organisations: Blue Tree Project…

Applications are now open for the 2021 intake of the Graduate Certificate in the Diagnosis and Assessment of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) run through the University of Western Australia (UWA). This year the online program will be offered nationally and internationally to clinicians with a background in psychology, speech pathology, social work, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, nursing, medicine and other relevant disciplines. The aim of the course is to provide students with the specialist knowledge and clinical skills required to participate in team-based assessment and diagnosis of FASD. You can find information about the course, as well as a link…

The McGowan Government will establish Midwifery Group Practices (MGP) in the Warren-Blackwood district and Collie so expectant South-West families can access care closer to home. The new MGPs will be staffed by specialist midwives who will work together in collaboration with local health practitioners to provide maternity and newborn care. Telehealth services will also be used to establish antenatal classes and specialist obstetric consultations in the local community. Local midwives, General Practitioners, South West Aboriginal Medical Service and consumers were consulted to determine the need for an MGP in the region. The MGP is an internationally recognised; evidence based clinical…