Attachment, Trauma and Mental Health (Children, Young People and Adults) PGCert
University of Chester
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The course can be completed within one year (maximum three years) and will be delivered at our popular postgraduate Weekend Schools (Wheeler Building), or in live online Thursday afternoon sessions (Distance Learning). This course has never been more relevant.Course overviewThis course investigates the impact of loss and trauma, equipping professionals with the skills and knowledge to support children and young people across all settings in Attachment, Adversity, Trauma and Mental ...Read more

The course can be completed within one year (maximum three years) and will be delivered at our popular postgraduate Weekend Schools (Wheeler Building), or in live online Thursday afternoon sessions (Distance Learning). This course has never been more relevant.

Course overview

This course investigates the impact of loss and trauma, equipping professionals with the skills and knowledge to support children and young people across all settings in Attachment, Adversity, Trauma and Mental Health.

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2/101
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24th
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56th
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23 Nov 22

University of Chester is a fabulous University it has a warm and friendly vibe and is situated in the beautiful city of Chester, which has fantastic travel links. The staff are..Read more

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Entry requirements

The Postgraduate Certificate in Attachment, Trauma and Mental Health (Children, Young People and Adults) is open to those who have professional experience in working with children and young people. Entry requirements for the course are normally a minimum of 2:2 from an undergraduate degree. Applicants will normally be working in, or aspiring to, a role in supporting Children, Young People and Adults, or wishing to acquire specialist knowledge and skills. It is possible for applicants who are not in work to undertake the programme through a combination of university-based taught modules.

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£2,835 per year

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£4,917 per year

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£4,917 per year

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