COVID-19: Information and Updates from CPsychI

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COVID-19: Information and Updates from CPsychI

As the COVID-19 pandemic progresses and further information becomes available, the College will be constantly providing new information to ensure the health and safety of our members and staff while promoting best practice at this trying time for the medical community. Below is an evolving list of information by the College for all members and staff.

Messages from the President

Correspondence from our President Dr William Flannery, covering information on training and CPD, College activities, service delivery and more.

College Correspondences

Correspondence between the College and the HSE and Irish Government officials regarding vaccine advocacy and service restrictions.

Useful Documents and Resources

Resources for practitioners working through the COVID-19 pandemic, including information on telemedicine, CPD, self care and mental well-being.

Video Series: Supporting Families of Young People with Mental Illness

A video series which features consultant psychiatrists offering supports to families with a young person with a mental illness.

Postgraduate Training

Updates on Postgraduate Training including information on BST Clinical Examinations, portfolios, ARP panels, redeployments, acting up and more.

CPD and COVID-19

Updates from the Professional Competence office on adjustments to CPD requirement restrictions and making a declaration.

UCD & CPsychI Summer School Webinar Series

Information and registration links for the UCD Summer School Webinar series, co-hosted by CPsychI. Topics centre on COVID-19 and mental health.

IJPM Special Issue: COVID-19 and Mental Health

The latest issue of the College journal, the Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine. Featuring more than 40 articles related to COVID-19 and Mental Health.

Self Care for Health Professionals

Tips for self care for all health professionals, from the World Health Organization, the HSE, the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland and more.

HSE Clinical Guidance & Evidence

Information on adjustments to practice in Mental Health services in light of the COVID-19 epidemic, including info for MHS and hospital staff and GPs.

Latest News and Press Statements

Latest news and press releases from the College regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, including statements supporting those with mental illness.

Contacting the College

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all College staff members are working from home. If you have a query, please contact the relevant people via email.