MSc Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Mental Health at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

MSc Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Mental Health is a part-time MSc for registered health and social care professionals advancing clinical practice in mental health. It is delivered mainly online with limited on-campus days and supervised workplace-based learning, aligned to HEE advanced practice frameworks.

Faculty: Faculty of Health | Department: School of Nursing and Midwifery | Duration: 3 years part-time | Study mode: part-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules are Advanced concepts in research, Advanced Mental Health Assessment and Formulation, and The Fundamentals of Health Assessment and Common Illness. Year 2 includes Advanced Mental Health Planning and Interventions plus options such as Advancing practice in context, CBT interventions for psychosis, Perinatal mental health, The child and young person with mental health needs, Coaching and leadership and A-EQUIP.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Registration with a relevant professional body such as HCPC or NMC, maintained throughout, and substantial experience as a registrant in mental health practice. Applicants must be in salaried employment in a role requiring advanced practice skills with employer agreement, a named workplace supervisor and access to suitable clinical areas. Normally a relevant first degree, BSc (Hons) at 2:2 or above; those without may apply with relevant experience and a written essay marked at level 6. Interview normally required. IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element for non-native English speakers. Applications need certificates, a 250-400 word personal statement, CV, two references and proof of sponsorship if applicable.

Duration: 3 years

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