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Psychiatric Therapeutics PgCert

Aston University, United Kingdom

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Course Overview

This Postgraduate Certificate in Psychiatric Therapeutics provides advanced training in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illnesses. The course covers a range of psychiatric disorders, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Students will learn about the latest research and best practices in psychiatric care, as well as how to apply these principles in real-world settings. The course is designed for healthcare professionals, including psychologists, social workers, and nurses, who want to specialize in psychiatry and improve their knowledge and skills in this field.

Additional Information

The Psychiatric Therapeutics PgCert program at Aston University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the psychiatric disorders and their treatment. The course covers a range of topics, including the neurobiology of mental illnesses, psychopharmacology, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and psychotherapy. Students will also learn about the ethical considerations in psychiatry and how to apply these principles in practice. The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, and workshops, and students will have the opportunity to engage with leading researchers and clinicians in the field.

Aston University: Where Excellence in Healthcare Education Meets Diverse Cultural Experiences

Aston University is a world-class institution that is renowned for its excellence in healthcare education. The university's location in Birmingham, a vibrant and multicultural city, provides students with access to a diverse range of cultural, social, and economic experiences that can enhance their learning experience. Aston University has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality teaching and research in the field of psychiatry, and the Psychiatric Therapeutics PgCert program is no exception. The university's faculty members are experienced professionals who are passionate about teaching and mentoring students, and they provide students with individualized support and guidance throughout their studies.

Why You Should Study This Course

The Postgraduate Certificate in Psychiatric Therapeutics at Aston University is a distance learning course that has been written, taught, and assessed by specialist mental health pharmacists. This qualification is often a requirement for specialist clinical mental health positions in the NHS and this course is accredited by the College of Mental Health Pharmacy (CMHP). This course is the first stage for pharmacists in becoming specialist mental health pharmacists. It is also undertaken by mental health nurses to increase their knowledge base especially those practicing or intending to practice as non-medical prescribers. General practitioners and psychiatrists, as well as graduates working in the pharmaceutical industry, have also taken this course.

General Eligibility

A good honors degree (minimum lower 2nd class) from a recognized university in a relevant subject. We welcome applications from candidates interested in our course who have the skills and capability to excel. All candidates are considered on an individual basis based on their qualifications, experience, references, and motivation. Applicants would usually possess a good honors degree (minimum lower 2nd class) from a recognized university in one of the following subjects (or an equivalent qualification as agreed with the Programme Director; Pharmacy Technicians without a degree but with extensive relevant experience will also be considered): 1. Pharmacy 2. Medicine 3. Nursing.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

1. Introduction to Psychiatry 2. Underlying Principles 3. Schizophrenia 4. Affective Disorders 5. Anxiety Disorders 6. Dementia

Language Requirement

IELTS6.0
TOEFL78
PTE58
Duolingo79

IELTS Overall 6.5, Reading, Writing Listening, Speaking 6.0 Financial requirement You’ll need to show you have enough money to support yourself - unless you’ve been in the UK with a valid visa for at least 12 months on the date of your application. How much money you need depends on where you will be studying. You’ll need either: £1,334 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London £1,023 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses inside London If you’re applying for the Doctorate Extension Scheme, and you’ve been in the UK for less than 12 months, you need to prove you have a total of £2,668 for courses in London, or a total of £2,046 for courses outside London. If you’re boarding at a residential independent school, you’ll need to pay boarding fees instead. The amount you need to pay will be on your CAS. London means the City of London and the 32 London boroughs.

Programme Information

Course CategoryHealthcare and Nursing

Course LevelPostgraduate

Awarding BodyAston University

Campus NameAston University, Birmingham

DurationPart-time, 1 year

Available IntakeJanuary

IELTS Score6.0

Tuition Fees£3,450

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