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PostgraduatePostgraduate Certificate
Medical Practice in Adult Learning Disability
Edge Hill UniversityLocation not specified
1 yearDuration
£18,000Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Offered by Edge Hill University, the PgCert Medical Practice in Adult Learning Disability provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in health sciences. this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year part-time structure. Aimed at doctors, nurses and allied health professionals, this PGCert Medical Practice in Adult Learning Disability has been designed to enhance your skillset and ensure you’re well-equipped to provide high quality, person-centred care for adults with a learning disability. Delivered in partnership with the Royal College of Physicians, you’ll develop specialist knowledge that will enhance your employability and ensure you are well placed to apply for specialist learning disability positions. Upon successful completion of this programme, you will graduate as a reflective practitioner, ready ... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating.
What You'll Learn
Medical Assessment and Diagnosis in Learning Disability
Therapeutic Communication and Person-Centred Care
Mental Health and Behavioural Support in Learning Disability
Safeguarding and Ethical Practice
Physical Health Management and Comorbidities
Supporting Autonomy and Social Inclusion
Reflective Practice and Professional Development
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
Academic Year:2027-28 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry criteria To apply for this programme you must be a registered practitioner with a healthcare Professional Statutory Regulatory Body (PSRB) working within a relevant area of health/social care practice; You will need to be able to demonstrate an ability to work at Masters level (Level 7), evidenced by prior studies. Minimum requirement is typically a lower second-class honours degree. A third-class honours degree classification and/or a relevant Diploma in Healthcare will be considered on a |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,000
per year
Total Course Cost (1 years)£18,000
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records) Based on subject average, not course-specific.
💰 Graduate Salaries — Edge Hill University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £27,500 | £36,500 | £44,500 |
| 5 years | £29,500 | £40,000 | £49,500 |
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-06-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
90%Working
10%Work & Study
50%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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Edge Hill University offers Medical Practice in Adult Learning Disability as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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