Training in routine mental health outcome assessment: an evaluation of the Victorian experience.
This paper evaluates training in the use of measures of outcomes and casemix provided to four pilot agencies in Victoria, Australia. The training program is outlined along with key evaluation findings. The knowledge and skills of participants developed during training is described. Deficiencies in the training program are identified and opportunities for improvement outlined.
Department of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne.
Tim
T
Coombs
Tom
T
Trauer
Kathy
K
Eagar
D003953:Diagnosis-Related Groups; D006801:Humans; D007318:Inservice Training / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards*; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000145:classification / Q000628:therapy; D008605:Mental Health Services / Q000592:standards*; D017063:Outcome Assessment, Health Care; D010865:Pilot Projects; D011361:Professional Competence; D015397:Program Evaluation; D014739:Victoria