Course modules
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Further guidance on modules
Modules are designated core or optional in accordance with professional body requirements, as applicable, and LJMU’s Academic Framework Regulations. Whilst you are required to study core modules, optional modules provide you with an element of choice. Their availability may vary and will be subject to meeting minimum student numbers.
Where changes to modules are necessary these will be communicated as appropriate.
Core modules
Engagement and Assessment of Patients with Common Mental Health Problems
20 credits
20 credits
7111PSYPWP (Module 1) teaches trainee Psychological Well Being Practitioners (tPWPs) to assess and support individuals with common mental health issues. They learn patient-centred assessment, effective communication of mental health knowledge, and behaviour change strategies. The 7111PSYPWP (Module 1) also emphasises cultural competence for working with diverse populations.
Evidence Based Low Intensity Treatments for Common Mental Health Disorders
20 credits
20 credits
7112PSYPWP (Module 2) teaches trainee Psychological Well Being Practitioners (tPWPs) to provide support for low-intensity psychological and pharmacological treatments for common mental health issues, emphasising patient self- management and behaviour change models. Trainees develop knowledge and competence in delivering these treatments and managing patients, including families and carers. They also learn to support medication adherence through various communication methods and understand the therapeutic support process, including risk assessment and management.
Values, Diversity and Context
20 credits
20 credits
7113PSYPWP (Module 3) prepares students to provide inclusive and value-driven mental health support, emphasising diversity, equal opportunities, and managing patient caseloads. It also develops decision-making skills and the ability to seek supervision or referrals as needed, enabling trainee PWPs to handle a variety of patient needs beyond low-intensity interventions.
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LJMU has an excellent employability record with 96% (HESA 2018) of our postgraduates in work or further study six months after graduation. Our applied learning techniques and strong industry connections ensure our students are fully prepared for the workplace on graduation and understand how to apply their knowledge in a real world context.
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Qualification requirements
Alternative qualifications considered
Academic criteria: An Honours Degree of 2:2 or above, preferably in a health related subject or equivalent. Demonstration of ability to study at Level 7* Motivation, interest and determination to participate in a programme of this nature. That the candidate has the learning capability, study opportunity and commitment to embark on the programme. This is to be determined at pre-course interview. Clinical Practice criteria: Step 2 primary care mental health service structure in place to ensure that trainees are able to demonstrate programme learning. Sufficient trained supervisors in place to provide appropriate supervision Full support of the Service Manager who should provide agreed protected time (one day study, one day supervised clinical practice) per week. The student will have access in services to recording equipment. * In various circumstances candidates without an Honours Degree may be considered for entry. In this situation the candidate must demonstrate by use of a portfolio that they have appropriate skills for successful level 7 study. As part of this process they may be expected to complete a written assignment to determine their academic ability. This assignment may be used 'diagnostically' by the selection team. RPL/RPEL will be considered in accordance with LJMU regulations.
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