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

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Approved Mental Health Professional Practice

Mental Health Law and Policy

Perspectives on Mental Distress

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 9 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

7

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leeds, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

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Other requirements

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.

Tuition Fees

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3570 GBP / year

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Living costs

Leeds

United Kingdom

637 - 1103 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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