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The Specialist pathway enables you to develop a specialism in Mental Health and Wellbeing alongside gaining the Primary PGCE with QTS. Successful completion of the programme leads to recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
If you have qualified teacher status (QTS), you’ll get a minimum starting salary of £32,916 (or more in London) as a primary or secondary school teacher in England, rising to £51,048 for more experienced teachers.
Every school needs teachers who can actively contribute to fostering a classroom and school environment that promotes positive mental health. That could be you. Our PGCE Primary Mental Health and Wellbeing Specialist with QTS course offers a high-quality teacher training experience while also developing your knowledge and expertise in mental health and wellbeing, with an additional nationally recognised qualification. You’ll learn to educate children aged 5-11 in all primary subjects and deepen your understanding of social, emotional, and mental health needs, enhancing your practice with practical, evidence-based strategies to support every child in your care.
You’ll spend significant time on placements in schools, where we’ll help you meet the teachers’ standards. You’ll acquire the essential professional skills and knowledge for a two-year induction as an early career primary teacher. Graduating with an enhanced awareness of mental health and wellbeing, you’ll set an example for teaching and learning in ways that are enriching, engaging, and inspiring.
When you apply, you are expected to have:
Please note, for the purposes of initial teacher training, level 2 literacy and numeracy qualifications are not considered as equivalent to GCSE Grade C or Grade 4 in English Language or English Literature and Mathematics.
An interview forms part of the selection process, which can be conducted online or face to face.
If you accept a formal offer from Edge Hill University you will be required to meet the Department for Education’s standards for physical and mental fitness to teach and clearance to work with children. Further information, including a Declaration of Health questionnaire and details of how to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure will be sent to you after you have firmly accepted an offer.
International students require IELTS 6.5, with a score no lower than 6.0 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.
This specialist PGCE programme is perfect for anyone wanting to become a primary teacher and take their first steps towards becoming a mental health and wellbeing lead in a school setting. If you are an aspiring teacher and want to become a primary mental health and wellbeing specialist this course is for you.
Successful completion of the programme will enable you to gain recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). You will be well placed to progress into employment as an early career teacher within a primary school.
Our graduates work for schools in the UK and overseas. With your primary education knowledge and classroom skills, you’ll meet and exceed the national standards for Qualified Teacher Status. And you’ll be able to teach across the whole primary (5-11) age range in new and creative ways. With specialist knowledge of an aspect of education, you may progress onto a subject leadership role in a school.
You’ll complete a live exam called a VIVA at the end of the course. Your personal tutor will support you with this. It’s your opportunity to celebrate everything you’ve achieved throughout the degree. You’ll also take a professional portfolio out with you into your graduate career.
Compulsory Modules
ITE curriculum and practice (primary)
Evidence Informed Practice (Mental Health and Wellbeing)-PGP4123
PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING AND CURRICULUM DESIGN (MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING)
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