Source: Australian Capital Territory Policing
About the reforms
In February 2026, the Victorian Government announced reforms that aim to improve access to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) care for Victorians.
From September 2026, an initial 150 General Practitioners (GPs) will undertake a training program to enable them to safely diagnose and treat ADHD in both adults and children aged 6 years and over.
In addition, the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department (VVED) will provide short-term access to ADHD prescriptions for people with an existing ADHD diagnosis who require urgent access to medication and cannot access their usual treating clinician. The service is designed to act as a safety net, not a replacement for routine or ongoing ADHD care.
Adults will be able to access the service from September 2026. It is currently available for children under 18 years. Further information about the children’s service is available at the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department (VVED).
Training program
The GP training program is being developed and delivered by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP).
GPs interested in submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) to undertake this training program are encouraged to visit the RACGP website.
EOI applications will open on Monday 15 June at 10 am and close on Sunday 5 July at 11:59 pm. EOI selections will be confirmed by the end of July.