PGCert Primary Mental Health Care

University of Manchester

Course overviewDevelop the knowledge and clinical competency to assess and treat patients experiencing common mental health problems using low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy interventions.Qualify as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, be eligible to apply for registration and be able to work in NHS Talking Therapies Services after successfully completing this 12-month PGCert.Study on a course approved by the British Psychological Society.PGCert fees for those working in NHS Talking Therapies NHS/organisations are funded through a contract with NHS England.Study at a university ranked 3rd in the UK for Nursing, and top 10 for Psychology and Medicine (QS World University Rankings 2023).Study using a blended approach including face-to-face and online lectures and skills, which will equip you with the skills to work as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner using different modalities.Course descriptionThis course will develop your knowledge, skills and competencies to work as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner in an NHS Talking Therapies Service.You will learn to carry out problem-focused assessments with people experiencing common mental health problems, developing your engagement and interpersonal competencies to ensure you are patient-centred.You will learn how to offer high-quality, evidence-based low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy interventions and contribute to service developments that promote socially inclusive mental health care for individuals, families and communities.Our course is directly relevant to clinical practice and uses a bio-psychosocial framework so you can develop knowledge and skills in evidence-based interventions delivered through a range of methods (such as face-to-face, telephone, computerised).You will benefit from an enriching and enjoyable learning experience, delivered by a programme team of clinicians and researchers who have practical expertise in low intensity working.Career opportunitiesThis course is for trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (as part of the NHS Talking Therapies workforce) who are employed in the NHS in Greater Manchester, as well as other statutory/voluntary services that have been commissioned to provide NHS Talking Therapies services.