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University of Manchester: Approaches to Mental Health Theory CPD
| Institution | University of Manchester |
|---|---|
| Department | Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health |
| Web | https://www.manchester.ac.uk |
| pgt.mentalhealth@manchester.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)161 529 4563 |
| Study type | Taught |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
Our part-time master's-level CPD units inApproaches to Mental Health Theory are aimed at mental health and healthcare professionals who want to stay up to date with the latest research and other developments within contemporary mental health services.
Our courses have been designed to enhance your knowledge and skills in current complex issues in mental health, and include:
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Critical Decision Making in Mental Health Practice
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The Role of the Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)
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Applied Psychiatry
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Applied Mental Health Law
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Best Interest Assessor
The focus of the units is on mental health, with emphasis on the integration of mental health issues, psychiatry and mental health law in multi-disciplinary teams from a social perspective.
The lecturers will reflect this multi-disciplinary approach and will include psychiatrists, lawyers, psychologists, nurses and social workers, as well as service users and carers.
You will also learn how to translate research insights into practice.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We require an undergraduate degree (minimum Lower Second) or equivalent alternative qualifications, for example a DipSW (Diploma in Social Work) qualification. You must hold a recognised professional qualification in social work, nursing, occupational therapy or psychology and be one of the following: -A social worker registered with Social Work England |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Summary
Our part-time master's-level CPD units in Approaches to Mental Health Theory are aimed at mental health and healthcare professionals who want to stay up to date with the latest research and other developments within contemporary mental health services.
Our courses have been designed to enhance your knowledge and skills in current complex issues in mental health, and include:
-
Critical Decision Making in Mental Health Practice
-
The Role of the Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)
-
Applied Psychiatry
-
Applied Mental Health Law
-
Best Interest Assessor
The focus of the units is on mental health, with emphasis on the integration of mental health issues, psychiatry and mental health law in multi-disciplinary teams from a social perspective.
The lecturers will reflect this multi-disciplinary approach and will include psychiatrists, lawyers, psychologists, nurses and social workers, as well as service users and carers.
You will also learn how to translate research insights into practice.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We require an undergraduate degree (minimum Lower Second) or equivalent alternative qualifications. You must hold a recognised professional qualification in social work, nursing, occupational therapy or psychology and be one of the following. A social worker registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
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