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Qualification
Cert HE - Certificate of Higher Education
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Location
Newcastle City Campus
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Study mode
Distance / Online
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Start date
JAN
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Duration
9 months
Course summary
The Certificate in Mental Health Law and Practice is a 9 month distance learning programme consisting of three modules; Introduction to Mental Health Law; Key Concepts in Mental Health Law; and Policy Requirements of the Code of Practice. It has been designed to provide professionals engaged in the delivery of mental health services both with an understanding of mental health law, and the ability to apply that knowledge to every day scenarios.
Upon successful completion of this programme you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of key provisions of mental health law and have an appreciation of the consequences of an unlawful application of mental health law. You will be able to use a range of basic legal materials, understand the difference between primary and secondary legal sources and distinguish legal rules from good practice. You will be able to analyse a range of practical situations involving persons suffering from mental disorder and identify the legal issues which arise. You will be able to discuss, explain and apply the basic provisions of mental health law in writing and justify the conclusions that you reach. You will be able to analyse whether policies in your own workplace comply with the law.
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£ 1,995per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
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A level :
Students are required to have A level or equivalent will be considered. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests (e.g., IELTS – normally a minimum overall grade of 6.0, with minimum component 5.5, except- Health Professional Courses 6.5, Midwifery BSc (Hons), Nursing Studies/Registered Nurse (adult) BSc (Hons) 7.0, Social Work BSc (Hons), Physiotherapy BSc (Hons), Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) 7.0, Dip HE Medical Science Year 1 (Pre-med Year) 6.5, Dip HE Medical
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