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<p>We are fully committed to supporting those with mental health conditions. The assessment
of mental, cognitive, and intellectual function is an integral part of the assessment
process.</p><p> </p><p>All healthcare professionals (HPs) undertaking assessments
on behalf of the department must be registered practitioners who have undergone comprehensive
training in the functional assessment of disability, and mental health conditions.
HPs continue to keep this knowledge up to date through continuous professional development.</p><p>
</p><p>In addition, mental health function champions support HPs by providing additional
expertise about mental health, cognitive, developmental, and learning disabilities,
and can be referred to at any time during the assessment process.</p>
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