Overview

Interested in exploring mental health on an international level? Want to delve into the policies adopted by various countries? Then consider our 100% online Postgraduate Certificate in Global Mental Health and Wellbeing.

Youll explore a wide range of topics, which include:

• identifying challenges which impact global mental health
• processing and interpreting health surveillance data
• understanding how ethical policies are designed for an international framework

Upon completion of your Postgraduate Certificate in Global Mental Health and Wellbeing, you have the option to progress on to the PG Dip (120 credits) and the full MSc Global Mental Health and Wellbeing (180 credits).

Teaching methods

Studying online gives you the freedom to study when and where it suits you – at home, during your lunch hour or anywhere else you have internet access.

Our courses are delivered through a?virtual learning environment (VLE)?instead of a traditional campus. This means you will have access to your study materials 24/7, including:

• multimedia?lecturecasts?made up of written content, short videos, animation, audio recordings, infographics, short tests and?mini-assignments
• discussion forums for you to chat about the course content with fellow students
• live Q&A sessions with your tutors
• a comprehensive?eLibrary?of textbooks and academic journals
• support from academic staff and your Student Support team

To ensure you receive the support you need from your tutor, we cap our class sizes at 20 students.

Assessment methods

Rather than fretting about exams, you will be assessed exclusively through assignments. This can be by engaging in discussion forums throughout your modules, completing reflective journal entries, or by submitting longer written pieces.

We are committed to providing frequent and transparent feedback through the following ways:

• Our assessment criteria are designed to be simple and transparent.
• You will always be aware of your current provisional grade, right from the start of the programme.
• You will be able to view your marks clearly in your gradebook whenever you log onto the learning platform.
• There is a seven-day turnaround for marking and feedback of assessed work.
• You will have regular contact with your Student Support team, with whom you can discuss any concerns as soon as they arise.

Career prospects

Our PG Cert Global Mental Health and Wellbeing is designed with a specific focus on employability. Upon completion, you will have the skills and experience required to pursue a career as a Mentor, Coach, Manager, Mental Health Lead or Wellbeing Adviser. With further training you could also become a Specialist Nurse, Specialist Mental Health Practitioner or Health Service Manager.

Additionally, you may wish to further your studies with our PG Dip Global Mental Health and Wellbeing (120 credits) or MSc Global Mental Health and Wellbeing (180 credits).