Overview

School Mental Health Specialist from Leeds Beckett University was developed in partnership with Minds Ahead and school leaders, this course equips you with the most up-to-date knowledge of mental health research in educational settings. You’ll explore a range of theories from diverse perspectives and learn how to apply them to support the wellbeing of both pupils and staff.

Key facts

Apply cutting-edge research and best practices to school-based mental health approaches, tailoring learning to meet the unique needs of your school
Develop an expert understanding of key mental health issues within your setting, enabling you to promote protective factors and support early mental health improvements in children
Build your confidence, knowledge, and critical thinking skills to contribute to an inclusive and supportive environment where every student's mental health is nurtured and strengthened
Engage in reflective practice, critically analysing and evaluating current strategies to implement evidence-based improvements that benefit pupils, staff, and parents

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Promoting protective factors for good mental health and wellbeing
Early identification of mental health support needs
Supporting children and young people with mental health needs
Parent / carer involvement and pupil participation to support good mental health and wellbeing
Working with school staff and outside agencies to support good mental health and wellbeing
Work based project - Sustaining and embedding positive mental health and wellbeing
Dissertation

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Duration

Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Leeds, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

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General requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. Applicants will need to be in a relevant post in a school or educational setting and have satisfactory experience in this role to undertake the course.

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11850 GBP / year

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