What We Do
Medicare & Mental Health
Accredited Mental Health Social Workers (AMHSW) have a breadth of experience in assessing and working effectively with people experiencing:
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Accredited Mental Health Social Workers help individuals with mental health problems to resolve associated psychosocial issues and improve their quality of life. This may involve family as well as individual counselling, and group therapy.
The Australian Association of Social Workers is the accrediting body on behalf of Medicare Australia and the Australian Government for assessment of Accredited Mental Health Social Workers. Successful applicants are able to apply to Medicare Australia for a Medicare Provider Number and access referrals under the following Government funded programs:
- Better Access to Mental Health Care
- Chronic Disease Management (‘Enhanced Primary Care’) Program
- Non-directive Pregnancy Support Counselling service
- Access to Allied Psychological Services
- Department of Veterans Affairs.
To apply for AMHSW status you need to provide evidence of:
- Current Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accredited membership of AASW. If you are not a member you can join by clicking here.
- At least 2 years (post qualifying) supervised social work practice experience in mental health or related field and how this experience meets the standards outlined in AASW Practice Standards for Mental Health Social Workers (2008).
- Current curriculum vitae.
- A Referee statement.
Before you start your application:
- Read AASW Requirements for Accreditation to Practice as a Mental Health Social Worker
- Read AASW Practice Standards for Mental Health Social Workers (2008)
- Read Frequently Asked Questions
- Contact our Mental Health Accreditation team if you require assistance
To progress to application stage you are required to log on by using the button below.
