Taught by leading academics at Anna Freud, the Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) PG Dip provides you with the opportunity to explore the latest research evidence and applied practice related to the psychological impact of trauma in childhood. This innovative and flexible programme is studied entirely online, either full or part-time.

Taught by leading academics and clinicians across the UCL-Anna Freud partnership, the Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) PG Dip provides you with the opportunity to explore the latest research evidence and applied practice considerations related to the psychological impact of trauma and adversity in childhood.

Foundational modules focus on key theories in the field, refining your understanding of how exposure to traumatic events shapes an individual’s experience over the lifespan. You will learn about the potential mental health consequences of trauma, as well as evidence-based practice for prevention and intervention for trauma with children and families. The course takes a multi-perspective approach spanning neuroscience, cognitive and behavioural theories, and systems theories. The programme also considers important systemic, cultural, and global contexts, and explores trauma and psychology across varied lenses and sectors, such as public health, education and social care.

You will benefit from being in the UCL-Anna Freud partnership, bringing together a top university with a leading child mental health charity, contributing significant education, research, and clinical experience in the field of trauma. This includes teaching from expert academics and from front-line professionals who work with trauma-exposed individuals. The voice of those with lived experience is central to the programme.