Mental Health and Psychiatry Level 3

Course Code: BA301
Award Level 3, Similar to - NVQ Level 3, A-Level

Pursue your career in Mental Health and Psychiatry!

Discover and understand the wide range of roles within the Mental Health system and related legislation such as the Mental Capacity Act. Each unit is explored in clear and concise detail and identifies Mental Health conditions, their causes, symptoms and treatments.

This Mental Health & Psychiatry course is designed for anybody, with or without experience in the field. Students who have experience in Counselling or Social Work may also find this course interesting and useful.

All course materials will be delivered to you by post or via email, so it couldn't be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way by phone and email.

There is up to one year to complete this course, so you can work at your own pace. Completed coursework can be delivered by post or via email, so handing in an assignment is simple.

Achieve your dream career and equip yourself with the skills you need for your long term success. Home learning is simple and stress-free, so enrol with us today!

Course Content

Unit 1: Course Outline

Introduction
Classifications

Unit 2: Depression

Explanation
Diagnosis
Who is affected?
Causes

Unit 3: Eating Disorders

Types of Eating Disorders
Symptoms
Diagnosis
Who is affected?
Causes
Prevention

Unit 4: Personality Disorders

Common misconceptions and generalisations
Causes
Prognosis

Unit 5: Schizophrenia

Symptoms
Diagnosis
Causes
The Facts
Related conditions
Treatments
Resources

Course Duration

This home learning course will take approximately 100 hours and we provide a full 12 months to complete the course.

Assessment

The Health & Social Work course assessment takes the form of a series of written assignments, which are submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail or email. You can start at any time and there are no time limits on this home learning course.

Qualifications

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Level 3 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

NCFE is recognised as an awarding body by the qualification regulators ('regulators') for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The regulators are the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual) in England, the Department for Children, Education, Lifelong Learning and Skills (DCELLS) in Wales and the Council for Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) in Northern Ireland.

You can read more about NCFE and our awarding bodies here: Awards

Course Questions & Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

We provide students with a full 12 months to complete the course, this is a lot more time than you need so that you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines, this course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

You will receive your official course manuals
Unlimited tutor support via email

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

No. We will issue certification based on your coursework alone.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price!

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

Once we receive your work we will mark it and contact you with your result. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your diploma proving your success in Mental Health & Psychiatry.