University of Sussex - Graduate Studies

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Children's Wellbeing Practice PGCert

University of Sussex - Graduate Studies

Degree:Certificate
Field of Study:Mental Health Counselling/Counsellor
Length:1 Year(s)

Description:

This course gives you an excellent grounding in essential knowledge and skills for working in the field of children and young people’s mental health. Combining academic study with a clinical placement, you'll gain direct experience of delivering cognitive-behavioural interventions to young people in NHS and/or school settings. You don't need experience in the field of mental health to take this course.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Bachelors degree with a minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0 (grade B).


    Subject-specific requirements:


    Your qualification can be in any subject. No prior knowledge or experience in mental health is required. You should demonstrate an interest and desire to work with children and young people with mental health difficulties. You must also show an interest in developing education in practice, therapy and skills fundamental to mental health care with children and young people. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on July 28, 2022