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    Best Interests Assessor PG credit

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    Manchester, GBOnline1 year
    £3,900.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    15
    Credits

    Best Interests Assessor PG credit at University of Manchester is a 15-credit, 1-year, online master's program based in Manchester, GB. Tuition is £3,900.

    About the program

    Provides specialist knowledge and practical skills for assessments under the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) in Schedule A1 of the Mental Capacity Act 2005. Prepares experienced health and social care professionals including social workers, nurses, occupational therapists and psychologists to protect rights of vulnerable individuals.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £15,505.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Best Interests Assessor PG credit at University of Manchester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Best Interests Assessor PG credit at University of Manchester is £3,900 across 15 required credits.
    Is Best Interests Assessor PG credit at University of Manchester online or in-person?
    Best Interests Assessor PG credit at University of Manchester is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Best Interests Assessor PG credit at University of Manchester take to complete?
    Best Interests Assessor PG credit at University of Manchester is structured around 1 year and 15 credits.
    What GPA is required for Best Interests Assessor PG credit at University of Manchester?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum Lower Second or 2:2
    What work-permit options follow Best Interests Assessor PG credit at University of Manchester?
    Post-completion work rights for Best Interests Assessor PG credit at University of Manchester: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)