HP207: Infant Observation in Perinatal Mental Health

Level: Intermediate
Duration: 2 hours
Assessment: MCQs, T/F
Chapters: 3

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This module focusses on building skills in observing and interpreting infant communication and relational patterns for the purposes of strengthening mentalisation and parenting self-efficacy within the context of clinical perinatal mental health care.

Observational skills to detect infant and parent communication, affect regulation, and relational patterns
Critical evaluation of traditional models to ensure inclusive, rights-based, and developmentally supportive infant observation practices
Targeted reflection activies focussed on the emotional responses evoked during infant observation and how to integrate these into therapeutic work.
Approaches to documenting and discussing infant observations in ways that validate maternal strengths, avoid blame, and support reflective functioning

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This module is designed for qualified mental health professionals working in perinatal, primary, or mental health care settings. It assumes a solid working knowledge of healthcare practice, including familiarity with clinical communication, risk identification, and multidisciplinary care pathways.

While prior training in perinatal mental health is not required, a professional background in healthcare is essential to fully engage with the course content and assessment.

This course requires unique learner registration, and all assessment completions are recorded under the learner’s name. Certificates are automatically generated and include the learner’s full name, completion date, and assessment outcome.

To support and assess your learning we conduct assessments throughout the module using a combination of multiple-choice and true/false questions. These assessments are directly mapped to the module's learning objectives and are designed to reinforce key concepts and clinical applications. A minimum score of 80% is required to successfully complete each assessment. Participants are provided with up to three attempts to achieve the required pass mark before progressing to the next section of the module.

Gidget Foundation Australia
ABN 85 138 981 253
www.gidgetfoundation.org.au

Module Version: 1.0HP207
Date Published: January 2026

Review Date: January 2027

This microcredential is a professional development course. It is not part of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and Gidget Foundation Australia is not a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).

The module is designed to support evidence-based learning and skill development for qualified health professionals and may contribute to continuing professional development (CPD) requirements under relevant professional registration boards.

Gidget Training Institute is an initiative of Gidget Foundation Australia. We aim to provide evidence-based clinical services and resources to prevent, support and treat perinatal mental health challenges impacting new, expectant and potential parents.

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