WMHA supports the development of quality, credibility, and professional standards within the mental health and wellbeing ecosystem through accreditation and recognition initiatives.
Accreditation is intended to encourage good practices, ethical conduct, professional development, quality assurance, and continuous improvement among individuals, programmes, organisations, and institutions engaged in mental health and wellbeing activities.
Purpose of Accreditation
- Promote quality and professional standards
- Encourage ethical and responsible practice
- Recognise commitment to continuous improvement
- Support credibility and public confidence
- Foster excellence in mental health and wellbeing initiatives
Areas for Accreditation
Accreditation frameworks may be developed for:
- Educational and Training Programmes
- Workshops and Certification Programmes
- Mental Health and Wellbeing Initiatives
- Community-Based Programmes
- Professional Development Activities
- Organisations and Institutions
- Specialised Projects and Services
Principles
Accreditation processes may consider factors such as:
- Ethical Standards
- Professional Competence
- Quality of Delivery
- Governance and Accountability
- Participant Safety and Wellbeing
- Continuous Improvement
- Compliance with Applicable Standards and Guidelines
Future Development
WMHA intends to develop transparent accreditation frameworks, eligibility criteria, review processes, and quality standards to support recognition and excellence across the mental health and wellbeing sector.