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Overview
As an AMHP, you will need to act independently and assertively, taking accountability for the decisions you make. Approved by the Health & Care Professions Council, your course will give you the skills to be an effective practitioner with a comprehensive understanding of current legislation. By looking at issues such as asylum, substance misuse and how adult mental health relates to child protection, you will be well prepared for the responsibilities of the role.
This Mental Health Practice programme from Leeds Beckett University is aimed at qualified social workers, mental health nurses, learning disability nurses, occupational therapists and psychologists, and it provides an interprofessional as well as specialist understanding of mental health. Teaching is delivered by a team featuring a number of AMHPs and professionals with extensive expertise in mental health provision.
Career
On successful completion of your course and approval by your local authority social services, you will be able to work as an AMHP. With a recognised professional status, your credibility and employment prospects will be enhanced and you will be able to expand the remit of your current role. You will be well placed to become a leader in mental health, providing support and guidance to members of your team.
- Approved Mental Health Practitioner
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Courses include:
- Approved Mental Health Professional Practice
- Mental Health Law and Policy
- Perspectives on Mental Distress
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Duration
- Part-time
- 9 months
- Flexible
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Language
English
IELTS 7
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
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GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 7
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General requirements
- Applicants should normally have at least a second class Honours degree, hold a recognised professional qualification in Social Work, Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Psychology and be a registered Social Worker, First Level Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Chartered Psychologist. All applicants should be supported by their employer (normally a local authority) with agreed access to an appropriate practice learning placement.
- This should be submitted as an attachment to your application. In the event that other placement arrangements are necessary, a DBS check will need to be completed.
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EU/EEA
3000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3000 GBP per year during 9 months.
Living costs for Leeds
637 - 1103 GBP /month
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Funding
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