PGCert Low Intensity Psychological Therapies at Newcastle University

Programme overview

This course, allows you to train as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP). You will develop the knowledge, skills and clinical competencies to support people experiencing depression and anxiety. The programme is delivered in partnership with NHS Talking Therapies for anxiety and depression , formerly known as Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT).

What you will study

You will complete three compulsory modules. These focus on the assessment and treatment of common mental health difficulties, as well as adapting therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of a diverse range of individuals. Compulsory modules include: Engagement and Assessment of Patients with Common Mental Health Problems, Evidence-Based Low-Intensity Treatment for Common Mental Health Disorders, Values, Diversity and Context.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Please note this programme is only available to Home Fee paying students An NQF 5, or international equivalent. You will not be required to submit a portfolio. You will also require relevant experience, voluntary or paid, of working with individuals who experience mental health difficulties. We expect you to have a high standard of: written ability computer literacy the ability to develop good therapeutic relationships You also need to meet the trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) national person specification and be able to demonstrate good communication skills and other core requirements. The NHS Talking Therapies, for anxiety and depression website has examples of PWP specifications. English language: IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in all sub-skills.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,400 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: Full time: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees/3196f/#how-to-apply

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