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Promoting Infant and Family Mental Health and Wellbeing

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Key Facts

  • Level

    PostgraduatePG

  • Duration

    12 weeks part-time (Distance Learning)

  • Starting

    February

Updated 09/04/2025

Open Days

Updated 09/04/2025

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Overview

The aim of this independent module is to help you develop and apply your knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of parent and family support within the context of services for infant mental health and wellbeing. Through the course, you will gain a deeper understanding of the various approaches to parent and family support and will learn how to apply this knowledge to your professional practice. By the end of the module, you will be equipped with the skills and expertise needed to provide effective support to parents and families in the context of infant mental health and wellbeing services.

Highlights

  • Aligned to AIMH
  • Taught from a multi-disciplinary and multi-theoretical perspective

 

Entry Requirements

To study this course, you will need an honours degree, usually at 2:2 or above, from a UK institution or equivalent.

Applications with no first degree but with relevant professional qualifications will be considered.

You must be employed in a relevant setting.

  • All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements for study at postgraduate level:

    • Minimum standard – IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in each other band (or equivalent).

    For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.

Course Content

  • This self-contained module is taught by a team of practitioners and academic staff with diverse expertise in child development, early years, midwifery, health visiting, attachment, and psychology. The course is open to a wide range of health, education, and social care practitioners, providing you with a unique opportunity to engage in strong inter-professional, multi-disciplinary, and collaborative learning experiences that align with the interprofessional education (IPE) agenda. By participating in this course, you will gain a deeper understanding of the various approaches to parent and family support within the context of services for infant mental health and wellbeing. You will also learn how to apply this knowledge to your professional practice, equipping you with the skills and expertise needed to provide effective support to parents and families in this field.

    The increasing recognition of the critical role of early childhood on a global scale has led to a growing demand for interdisciplinary courses on infant mental health and wellbeing. This demand is in line with the wider policy developments outlined in the Best Start for Life Offer, which is currently being implemented across England. This particular module is highly relevant to practitioners working in the new family hubs, mother and baby psychiatric units, and early help centres. It also addresses the recent development of the NHS’s Perinatal Mental Health Care Pathways, which aim to provide better support for mothers and families during pregnancy and the postnatal period. By enrolling in this module, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest research, policies, and practices related to infant mental health and wellbeing, enabling you to provide high-quality care and support to parents and families in this field.

Fees and Funding

2025/26 Tuition Fees

Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 25/26 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  • Distance Learning: £1,417.50 per 30 credits

For more information about possible funding options, please visit our Fees and Funding pages.

  • Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 24/25 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

    • Distance Learning: £1,380 per 30 credits

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