The CAMH (Child and Adolescent Mental Health) Masters Degree at the University of South Wales is designed for practitioners, managers, and researchers seeking to deepen their understanding of child and adolescent mental health within a broad, non-clinical context. You will explore key concepts, critically analyse CAMH issues, and develop a strong foundation in evidence-based practice. This programme is ideal if you aim to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, enabling you to positively impact the lives of children and young people within your service. You will engage with theoretical frameworks and practical approaches to support positive mental health outcomes.
This full-time, on-campus Masters programme is studied over one year, involving two 30-credit modules, including core units like 'CAMH: Contexts and Concepts' and 'Managing and Supporting CAMH and SEBD'. You will have the opportunity to select from a range of specialist optional modules tailored to your professional interests, culminating in a dissertation. Throughout your studies, you will develop advanced critical thinking and analytical skills. Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared for roles requiring a sophisticated understanding of child and adolescent mental health, contributing effectively to multi-agency settings and improving services for vulnerable young people.