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If you’re interested in entering the dynamic, fast changing mental health and social care sector, or are already a part of it and want to progress your career or specialise, studying a mental health course with The Open University has much to offer you. Choose below from our range of degrees, diplomas and certificates.
Stage 1120 credits
Stage 2120 credits
Stage 3120 credits
Total of 360 credits
How long will it take?
Part-time: 16–18 hrs/week for 6 years
Full-time: 32–36 hrs/week for 3 years
Stage 1120 credits
Stage 2120 credits
Total of 240 credits
 
How long will it take?
Part-time: 16–18 hrs/week for 4 years
Full-time: 32–36 hrs/week for 2 years
Stage 1120 credits
Total of 120 credits
 
 
How long will it take?
Part-time: 16–18 hrs/week for 2 years
Full-time: 32–36 hrs/week for 1 year
For over 30 years, The Open University’s School of Health, Wellbeing and Social Care has been delivering supported and open distance learning and developing highly-respected materials for multi-disciplinary and multi-professional use. Today, we are one of the largest and most innovative providers of educational opportunities and learning solutions in this sector.
Benefits of studying mental health with The Open University include:
Study in this area will prepare you for a rewarding career in mental health nursing or similar areas. Our status as a world leader in distance learning means that with our courses, you can work while you study, enabling you to critically assess multiple perspectives and apply new understanding in practice as you progress.
Our courses in mental health can help you start or progress your career in:
Study individual modules to build your skills or explore a new interest – and count them towards a qualification if you decide to take your studies further.
See our full list of Mental Health modules
Browse all the Mental Health courses we offer – certificates, diplomas and degrees.
See our full list of Mental Health courses
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