Psychology with Children and Young People's Mental Health (Hons) University of Worcester

Overview

In Psychology with Children and Young People's Mental Health (Hons) at University of Worcester you will explore the factors that affect the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people, from infancy to early adulthood.

You’ll learn about key ideas and current research in mental health, and understand how factors such as family life, education, physical health, social pressures and community can shape wellbeing. You’ll also explore the challenges children and young people may face, and how to spot early signs of concern.

You’ll look at practical ways to support wellbeing, encourage emotional development and create positive environments where children and young people can thrive.

In your third year, you’ll complete 40 placement hours. With our support, you can choose a setting that matches your interests, helping you apply your learning in real situations and build confidence for your future career.

You’ll be taught by a friendly team of specialists with experience in education, early years, health and social care, and child mental health. They’ll help you develop strong communication and self-awareness skills while growing your understanding of the evidence behind effective mental health support.

Careers

After graduation, you can gain the BPS Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, giving you a clear route into professional psychology training. Or, you can use your wide range of transferable skills such as numeracy, digital skills, communication and problem‑solving to progress into a range of different careers.

Our graduates are highly successful in securing a career in various specialist areas such as:

• Practicing psychologist
• Psychotherapist
• Counsellor
• Guidance counsellor or life coach
• Private and public healthcare
• Government and policy

To practice as a psychologist, you'll need to complete an accredited postgraduate qualification in your chosen specialism, these include:

• Clinical psychology
• Counselling psychology
• Educational psychology
• Forensic psychology
• Occupational psychology
• Sport and exercise psychology