Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) PgCert

Examine current research that informs knowledge about mental health conditions and treatments. Develop the ability to work with a range of professionals to promote recovery. Study on a course approved by The Health and Care Professions Council, aimed at qualified experienced professionals in mental health who wish to become approved mental health professionals (AMHP). Placements are in your own sponsoring agency, usually with an AMHP team. An allocated practice educator provides supervision while you shadow and then lead assessments with a range of AMHP colleagues.

This course is essential if you wish to practice as an AMHP for a local authority. It can also enhance your knowledge and understanding of the law and mental health as a: practice educator of others in AMHP; social worker; nurse; psychologist; occupational therapist; researcher or academic. This course is approved by The Health and Care Professions Council.