Program Overview

Introduction

The BA (Hons) Applied Care Practice (Mental Health Support) Progression Route is relevant to practitioners working with people of any age. The applied nature of the degree provides theoretical knowledge along with practical application related to social care in contemporary society.

The programme has been developed to allow those in the Mental Health sector to further develop existing skills. It provides opportunities for students to develop a broad range of practice skills, knowledge and understanding within key subject areas and to acquire and enhance their professional values. Attendance is one day a week during term time and students are expected to be in paid or voluntary work in a relevant setting for at least 10 hours per week.