Course Summary

The area of mental health work is expanding and new roles have been developing at a fast pace. This qualification aims to assist individuals working in a mental health setting to gain the skills and knowledge needed to respond to these developments. It is also aimed at volunteers with a keen interest in the area of mental health work. The foundation degree is a two year full-time vocational degree programme where practice is assessed alongside academic ability. Employers have been supportive both in the development and delivery of the degree ensuring that students gain exactly the skills needed in the workplace.

Course Details - Modules

Year 1 Introduction to research; Professional practice and personal development planning; Mental health and illness; Sociology of health; Social policy; Care assessment and planning Year 2 Mental health in older adults; Independent research Project; Promoting mental well-being; Advanced professional practice; Children & young people’s mental health; Treatment & recovery approaches in mental health

Course Details – Assessment Method

You will be assessed by a variety of methods, such as assignments, presentations, exams and seminars.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: L510

Institution code: N06

Campus Name: Accrington Campus

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements


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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

England 8250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 8250.0 Year 1
Scotland 8250.0 Year 1
Wales 8250.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

Scotland Road
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