DHA Brandon Act Training for
Healthcare Providers and Clinicians
(1hr)
Which of the following situations require/s command notification? - ✔️✔️All the above
True or False: DHA-PM 23-014 serves as interim guidance regarding MTF
implementation of self-initiated referrals pending development of a DHA-AI that will
provide more detailed procedural guidance. - ✔️✔️True
Which Mental Health Evaluation type is described as: a traditional "self-referral," where
the SM contacts a healthcare provider or clinic directly, participation is voluntary, and
there is no expectation of communication with leadership beyond requirements of DoDI
6490.08? - ✔️✔️Independently Requested MHE
True or False: A Self-initiated Referral is governed by the Brandon Act, DTM 23-005,
and DHA-PM 23-014 - ✔️✔️True
Which Mental Health Evaluation type is ordered by the commander or supervisor due to
concerns about fitness for duty, safety issues, mental status or behavioral changes? -
✔️✔️Command Directed Evaluation
True or False: Within the Self-initiated Referral process, the Healthcare provider is
required to be notified of the circumstances that led to the Service member requesting
the referral before they can proceed with next steps. - ✔️✔️False
Which of the following is/are types or referral pathways for mental health evaluation of
service members? - ✔️✔️All of the above
True or False: For all Mental Health Evaluations, regardless of type, the provider will
assess the SM's medical readiness and initiate duty restrictions as appropriate. -
✔️✔️True
Which of the following is/are accurate regarding the Brandon Act? - ✔️✔️All the above
Within the Self-initiated Referral process, who contacts the Behavioral Health clinic to
request an MHE? - ✔️✔️Commander or supervisor (E-6 or above)
Healthcare Providers and Clinicians
(1hr)
Which of the following situations require/s command notification? - ✔️✔️All the above
True or False: DHA-PM 23-014 serves as interim guidance regarding MTF
implementation of self-initiated referrals pending development of a DHA-AI that will
provide more detailed procedural guidance. - ✔️✔️True
Which Mental Health Evaluation type is described as: a traditional "self-referral," where
the SM contacts a healthcare provider or clinic directly, participation is voluntary, and
there is no expectation of communication with leadership beyond requirements of DoDI
6490.08? - ✔️✔️Independently Requested MHE
True or False: A Self-initiated Referral is governed by the Brandon Act, DTM 23-005,
and DHA-PM 23-014 - ✔️✔️True
Which Mental Health Evaluation type is ordered by the commander or supervisor due to
concerns about fitness for duty, safety issues, mental status or behavioral changes? -
✔️✔️Command Directed Evaluation
True or False: Within the Self-initiated Referral process, the Healthcare provider is
required to be notified of the circumstances that led to the Service member requesting
the referral before they can proceed with next steps. - ✔️✔️False
Which of the following is/are types or referral pathways for mental health evaluation of
service members? - ✔️✔️All of the above
True or False: For all Mental Health Evaluations, regardless of type, the provider will
assess the SM's medical readiness and initiate duty restrictions as appropriate. -
✔️✔️True
Which of the following is/are accurate regarding the Brandon Act? - ✔️✔️All the above
Within the Self-initiated Referral process, who contacts the Behavioral Health clinic to
request an MHE? - ✔️✔️Commander or supervisor (E-6 or above)
