PG Cert Dual Diagnosis

Overview & facilities

In the UK it is estimated that one third of psychiatric patients with serious mental illness have a substance misuse problem and half of clients engaged with the drug and alcohol sector have some form of mental health problem. 'Dual Diagnosis', the co-occurrence of psychiatric illness and substance disorders, is increasingly recognised as a substantial problem in health and social care across Europe.

In 2004, the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA), stated that the phenomenon of "dual diagnosis" has reached a critical point in Europe, with adverse affects on both clients and staff. The Post Graduate Certificate in Dual Diagnosis is recognised at the first of its kind in the UK and Europe and is open to health and social care professionals working with this client group, either directly or indirectly, within the statutory and voluntary sectors.

Course highlights:

• Available as both a campus-based course or a distance learning course
• Flexible structure
• Online materials and discussion areas to support studies
• You can study as part of a multidisciplinary cohort from the statutory and non-statutory sectors

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Content & modules

There are two modules that together make up this programme Foundations in working with Dual Diagnosis and Assessment and Treatment in working with Dual Diagnosis.

The programme includes critical discussion on current response and practice in the management of dual diagnosis; current policies and evidence based treatment; and critical evaluation on ways of improving practice within the area of dual diagnosis, including engagement, screening and assessment.

Students will generally commence their programme of study in the September (Semester 1), and attend one day a week (usually a Thursday).

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Entry & applying

We welcome applications from graduates with a good honours degree, or equivalent qualification, in an appropriate subject. Normally applicants would be in relevant employment, working with people who have mental health and substance misuse problems including those who work in mental health, substance misuse, prisons, housing, probation, education, youth work or Government agencies.  Those without formal qualifications need to demonstrate relevant work experience and the ability to study at postgraduate level.

Qualifications accepted

For a comprehensive list of qualifications accepted by Middlesex, see further information under entry requirements

English language requirements

You must have competence in English language and we normally require Grade C GCSE or an equivalent qualification. The most common English Language requirements for international students are IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL (paper based) 575 or TOEFL (internet based) 90 with specified minimum scores for each component. For details of other equivalent English language requirements that Middlesex accepts see international entry requirements

Applying

Applications for postgraduate study should be made directly to the university. You will need to fill in an application form and return it to the appropriate admissions office. UK and EU students should apply directly to the London office. Non-EU international students can apply to our international admissions office in London, or use our network of regional offices across the world to assist you with your application. Apply now

Fees & funding

September 2011 start £45 per credit for UK-EU students, £93 per credit for Overseas students

The tuition fee for PGCert Dual Diagnosis for the academic year 2012/13 is as follows:

UK/EU Students

Full-time students: £2,500
Part-time students: £42 per taught credit

Find out about our flexible payment plans for UK/EU students, and how they can help you spread the cost of your course.

International Students

Full-time students: £7,700
Part-time students: £64 per taught credit