Mental Health Act 2007
The Society's Mental Health Act Working Party aims to develop professional practice guidance related to the Mental Health Act 2007. It also works to promote and ensure high standards of practice.
New roles under the Mental Health Act
The Mental Health Act 2007 introduces two important new roles for mental health practitioners: the Approved Mental Health Practitioner and the Approved Clinician.
What's New?
Applying for AC Approval
Approved Clinician Peer Review Panel
Guidance on Mental Health Act for the Approved Clinician Peer Review Panel
Approved Clinician Responsibilities for Psychologists FAQs
Guidance for Registered Psychologists in making Applications to the British Psychological Society Approved Clinician Peer Review Panel
Documents
Links
Department of Health - Mental Health Act