Mental health education in Victorian secondary schools
We're looking for recent graduates from independent Victorian secondary schools who can share their experiences of school-based mental health education.
The aim of the study is to examine recent graduates' experiences of mental health education in independent Victorian secondary schools. Specifically, how it was structured and organised, the content covered, and the teaching approaches used. We're also looking for perspectives on its effectiveness and how it could be improved.
About the project
Mental health education is increasingly recognised as an important part of secondary schooling. However, we know very little about how students actually experience it. Student perspectives are largely absent from research in this area, despite students being the primary recipients of these programs.
This study responds to that gap, seeking to understand what young people need and want from their mental health education, and to generate insights that can inform more relevant, responsive and effective approaches to its design and delivery.
This research has been approved by the Victoria University Human Research Ethics Committee (HRE26-054).
Participate in our study
You will be invited to participate in an online interview conducted via Microsoft Teams.
The interview will last approximately 60 minutes and will focus on your experiences and perspectives regarding mental health education during your secondary schooling. You will need access to a private location where you can speak freely during the interview.
A short PowerPoint presentation will be shared on screen to guide you through the interview questions.
Eligibility
- Graduated from an independent Victorian secondary school in 2024 or 2025
- Aged 18 or over
Benefits of participating
You'll receive an $80 GiftPay gift voucher after completing the interview.
