Within this short course you will foster an understanding of mental and emotional health, attachment, and trauma with a focus on the education sector.
You will develop a working knowledge of some common mental health, attachment and trauma disorders and diagnoses and begin to understand how they may present in a person and how you can support those experiences these conditions.
Additionally, you will be provided with an opportunity to develop your knowledge further in one of these areas that is of specific relevance to developing your career.
Funding of short courses:
All of our courses cost £2,900 but have a variety of flexible funding options available to them. There are also some discounts available to partner organisations or those sending more than one employee.
You employer / organisational may be able to part or fully fund your place via their staff development budget, alternatively you could take out a Student Loan, which does not need to be repaid until after you have completed your studies and are earning. Taking out a loan would not impact on your eligibility to access further funding to undertake a degree in the future.
If you have any questions or would like further information regarding funding, please contact us at finance@ucw.ac.uk
Entry Requirements
For all Level 5 modules you must have a full Level 4 qualification and must be working in the sector.
All candidates will need to apply and attend a course guidance interview to ensure your placement is appropriate and will enable you to pass the module.
Enabling Independence Through Maths Development, Literacy, Speech Development and Communication
Coaching Practice and Skill Development
Working Together to Safeguard Young People
Mental and Emotional Health, Attachment, and Trauma
Contributing to the Support of People on the Autism Spectrum
Healthy Development Through Childhood and Beyond
Mental Health within Healthcare
Fitness and Nutrition
Quantity Surveying and Sustainable Practice
Disability, Inclusion and Social Justice
Play, Learning and Pedagogy
If you are interested in applying for a short course, please complete the application form embedded below.
Students should take no more than two short courses per year.
If you have any queries or need any support with your application or which course may be best for you, please contact enquiries@ucw.ac.uk