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

Study Level


Level 6

Location


Great Yarmouth Campus

The Place University Centre

Duration


One Year

FT / PT


Full-time

This course is relevant to practitioners working with people of any age. The applied nature of the degree provides theoretical knowledge along with practical application related to social care in contemporary society.

The programme has been developed to allow those in the Mental Health sector to further develop existing skills. It provides opportunities for students to develop a broad range of practice skills, knowledge and understanding within key subject areas and to acquire and enhance their professional values. Attendance is one day a week during term time and students are expected to be in paid or voluntary work in a relevant setting for at least 10 hours per week.

You will study modules including:
  • Social Policy and Practice
  • Transitions and Lifespan Development
  • Specialised Practice Portfolio for Leadership
  • Negotiated Project

You can apply for this course on the University of Suffolk website to study at the East Coast College Great Yarmouth campus. Click ‘More Information’ to be taken to the full course and application page.

This course is due to move to The Place – our new university centre opening in Great Yarmouth town centre – in 2025!

Requirements

You will need 240 credits from a Foundation degree or HND in a relevant subject.

You will also need at least 10 hours employment or voluntary work in a setting where they provide care and support to service users.

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