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
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
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:
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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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