Infant Mental Health PgCert
University of Glasgow
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This programme in Infant Mental Health explores the journey of the infant from pre-birth to pre-school. The foundational threads of the centrality of relationships; significance of environmental influences; and competence of the infant will run throughout the programme. By providing a solid grounding in theory and equipping students with contemporary insights into the observation and practice of supporting Infant Mental Health and development, the programme aims to produce graduates who will ...Read more

This programme in Infant Mental Health explores the journey of the infant from pre-birth to pre-school. The foundational threads of the centrality of relationships; significance of environmental influences; and competence of the infant will run throughout the programme. By providing a solid grounding in theory and equipping students with contemporary insights into the observation and practice of supporting Infant Mental Health and development, the programme aims to produce graduates who will contribute to the mental health and wellbeing of infants in their own unique context. Developed in collaboration with the National Health Service, the Scottish Government and the Association of Infant Mental Health (AIMH) UK, this programme is at the forefront of the rapidly developing policy and practice landscape. The teaching team comprises internationally renowned clinical and research experts in the field.

WHY THIS PROGRAMME

This programme is taught fully online.

This is the only Infant Mental Health MSc/PgDip/PgCert programme in the UK.

The multidisciplinary research and clinical expertise harnessed within this programme in Infant Mental Health make this programme unique in the UK.

This programme exploits the knowledge & skills unique to Scotland as an international leader in the evidence-informed policy and practice interface in Infant Mental Health.

Developed in alignment with the Association for Infant Mental Health UK’s core competencies, this programme develops graduates in attributes essential to competent infant mental health practice.

In their final year, MSc students have the option of completing a clinical/work placement or submitting a research dissertation.

CAREER PROSPECTS

This course is designed to equip learners with skills to progress within the following roles and industries:

Psychologist

Psychiatrist

Infant Mental Health practitioner

Medical professional

Social worker

Midwife

Health visitor

Paediatrician

Third sector family and infant support

Early years educator

Completion of this course grants potential for:

Further academic study

Promotion

Increased earning potential

New career path

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67/101
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28th
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19 Feb 24

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Entry requirements

To be accepted to this programme, you must have: At least a 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject (eg. psychology, medicine, nursing, occupational therapy, law, public health or public policy) from a recognised institution. If you don’t have a suitable Honours degree, a registered health care professional qualification can also be considered. A background in an infant mental health field is desirable but not essential (eg. study, work or volunteer activities).

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£5,000 per year

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Students from Domestic

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£5,000 (total cost). You can pay in instalments of £1,667 per 20 credits. Additional fees applicable.

£5,000 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

£5,000 (total cost). You can pay in instalments of £1,667 per 20 credits. Additional fees applicable.

£5,000 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

£5,000 (total cost). You can pay in instalments of £1,667 per 20 credits. Additional fees applicable.

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