Course Details
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Higher Mental Health Care

SCQF Level 6

This is a new course for Mental Health workers (including Carers, Volunteers and service users). It is suitable if you are already working or volunteering in the Mental Health field. No previous qualifications are required but you will need an awareness of this area of work and an understanding of the issues involved. You will study subjects such as working with people with mental health problems, legislation, the Mental Health service and care planning. This course is flexible, with learning supported by packs, tutorials and small study groups in the evening.

What You Study

Various modules related to the provision of Mental Health services in the community and the support of service users.

Duration and Attendance

Evening/Flexible

Entry Requirements

  • Awareness of Mental Health Services
  • Currently working/volunteering as a carer for people in the field of Mental Health

Further Study

  • HNC Social Care
  • HNC Health Care
  • SVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care

Career Opportunities

Career enhancement

This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.

Method of Study Starts Ends Based at Apply
Evening 06 Sep 2011 12 Jun 2012 Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) apply online
Evening 04 Sep 2012 11 Jun 2013 Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) apply online

While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.

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