BA (Hons) Applied Care Practice (Mental Health Support) (Progression Route)

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) Applied Care Practice (Mental Health Support) Progression Route is a one-year full-time program designed for practitioners in the Mental Health sector. It combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, helping individuals develop their professional values, skills, and understanding in key areas of social care. Students are expected to work in a relevant setting for at least 10 hours per week. The program includes modules on social policy and practice, transitions and lifespan development, and leadership and management skills.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The BA (Hons) Applied Care Practice (Mental Health Support) Progression Route is designed for practitioners working with people of all ages. It combines theoretical knowledge with practical application related to social care in contemporary society. It provides opportunities for students to acquire and enhance their professional values and develop a broad range of practice skills, knowledge, and understanding within key subject areas.

Outline:

The program is delivered over one year full-time and requires attendance one day a week during term time. Students are expected to be in paid or voluntary work in a relevant setting for at least 10 hours per week.

Course Modules:

Progression Year:

• Social Policy and Practice (Requisite): This module explores the social policy landscape and links social policy to research and practice in mental health.
• Transitions and Lifespan Development (Requisite): Students will explore, using a case study approach, the support of service users through transitions.
• Specialised Project Portfolio for Leadership (Mental Health) (Mandatory): Students are able to develop a project in their work setting, reflecting on their team leadership and management skills.
• Negotiated Project (Mental Health) (Mandatory): Students are required to provide an extended literature review or research proposal linked to their work setting.

UK Full-time Tuition Fee £9,250 per year International Full-time Tuition Fee £14,610 per year