Overview

Developed in partnership with Minds Ahead and school leaders, this School Mental Health Specialist course from Leeds Beckett University 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.

As part of your course, you'll:

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

Career Prospects

Mental health is everybody's responsibility, and schools play a vital role in supporting the wellbeing of both students and staff. This course equips you with the skills to make a meaningful difference – not only to the pupils you work directly with, but to your wider educational community. Former graduates from this course have progressed to a range of roles, including:

Trust lead for mental health and wellbeing
Senior mental health lead
Deputy SENCo with responsibility for social, emotional and mental health

Programme Structure

Modules include:

Promoting Protective Factors for Good Mental Health & Wellbeing
Early Identification of Mental Health Support Needs
Supporting Children & Young People with Mental Health Needs
Parent / Carer Involvement & Pupil Participation to Support Good Mental Health & Wellbeing
Working with School Staff & Outside Agencies to Support Good Mental Health & Wellbeing
Work Based Project: Sustaining & Embedding Positive Mental Health & Wellbeing

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-20 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Leeds, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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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.
All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional

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