Why is this HEAT target important?
Timely access to healthcare is a key measure of quality and that applies equally in respect of access to mental health services. Early action is more likely to result in full recovery and in the case of children and young people will also minimise the impact on other aspects of their development such as their education, so improving their wider social development outcomes.
How are we performing?
Target due for delivery by March 2013
National data systems for the 26 weeks referral to treatment CAMHS target are currently being established.
Target due for delivery by December 2014
National data systems for the 18 weeks referral to treatment psychological therapies target are currently being established.
Further Information
Mental Health Collaborative newsletter
Mental Health summary statistics
Related National Outcomes