Members of the Disaster Response Network (DRN) have been assisting Australians through a multitude of disasters since it was first set up following the Black Saturday bushfires in 2009.
The DRN is a network of APS psychologists who donate their time to support frontline workers and communities following disasters. The APS partners with the Australian Red Cross to deploy psychologists and to provide a coordinated response.
With summer fast approaching we’d like to remind you of what’s needed to be part of the DRN.
Practice Certificate in Disaster Support
In order to become a member of the DRN, you must complete all four modules of the APS Practice Certificate in Disaster Support and have full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
This training is currently free for eligible APS members (until 31 December 2021) due to Federal Government funding.
Course A: Disasters in context
Course B: Level 1 early intervention
Course C: Level 2 psychological strategies
Course D: Ethical and professional issues in disaster response
Want to know more?
Find out more about the DRN – including answers to frequently asked questions – please visit our website here.