The Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Neuropsychology and Neurology is one of several postgraduate professional degrees in applied psychology offered by the Research Council of Health, London whose central ethos is critical, reflective, formulation driven, client-centred, socio-political, anti-racist and inclusive. It has one of the largest service user  consultancy groups involved in its co-creation of knowledge and collaboration in all its academic endeavors. This PGDip in clinical neuropsychology and neurology embraces and reflects this ethos. It furthermore aims to make the specialist knowledge and best working practices of clinical neuropsychologists more accessible and possible to obtain for qualified practicing psychologists.

This course is aimed at clinicians, but will be open to any applicant who meets the entry requirements. For admission to the programme applicants will need either a good medical degree or degree equivalent from a recognised academic institution or an appropriate professional qualification or experience acceptable to the course director and Research Council of Health, London. If your first language is not English, you must provide evidence of your English language proficiency. You must be IT literate to complete these highly interactive courses online and have access to a computer with a printer and a reliable internet connection. For further information please contact our Admission Team.

Fees : £3999.00
For 12 Months
Details : 12 months (120 Credits) - Full Time - Undertaking this Diploma programme is a serious commitment, requiring weekly contact hours in addition to numerous hours of independent learning and research in order to progress at the required level. When coursework or examination deadlines are approaching independent learning hours may need to increase significantly. FULL TIME (120 Credits ) BLENDED LEARNING FEES £3999.00

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Fees : £7500.00
For 24 Months
Details : 24 months (240 Credits) Full-Time Undertaking this Diploma programme is a serious commitment, requiring weekly contact hours in addition to numerous hours of independent learning and research in order to progress at the required level. When coursework or examination deadlines are approaching independent learning hours may need to increase significantly. FULL TIME 240 Credits) BLENDED LEARNING FEES £7500.00

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Fees : £2199.00

Details : Part Time - £2199.00 Per Year Part-time study options often mean that the number of modules taken is reduced per semester, with the full modules required to complete the programme spread over two academic years. Teaching is generally done during the day and part-time students should contact the course convener to get an idea of when these teaching hours are likely to take place. Timetables are likely to be finalised in September but you may be able to gain an expectation of what will be required. PART TIME BLENDED LEARNING £2199.00 Per Year

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Core modules Context for Neuropsychology Practice and Methods (20 credits) Learning themes: Historic basis and theoretical principles of contemporary clinical neuropsychology Foundations of neuroscience, neuroanatomy, and neurological examinations Contemporary issues and research in clinical neuropsychology Advanced psychometric principles and ethical issues in neuropsychological test use Neuropsychological Assessment and Formulation (20 credits) Learning themes: Neuropsychological assessment: Part I – process of, attention, language, perception Neuropsychological assessment: Part II – memory, social cognition, executive function Neuropsychological formulation and cognitive rehabilitation Assessment in real world contexts Neuropsychological Intervention and Neurorehabilitation (20 credits) Learning themes: Community approaches, vocational and neuro- rehabilitation Engagement, empowerment, quality of life, and behaviour that challenges Individual approaches for people with neurological conditions Systemic and family approaches for people with neurological conditions Lifespan / Long-term Neurological Conditions (20 credits) Learning themes: Across the lifespan: Living with long-term conditions Differential diagnoses and management of the dementias Influences on development and brain health Epilepsy, NEAD, and disorders of consciousness Acquired Brain Injuries and Neuropsychiatric Disorders (20 credits) Learning themes: Traumatic brain injury Cerebrovascular and other acquired brain injuries Neuropsychiatry and medically unexplained conditions Neuropsychology and mental health / illness Professional Development and Practice in Neuropsychology (20 credits) Learning themes: Roles and practices of allied health professionals, and MDT working NHS and community-based service contexts for clinical neuropsychologists Professional practice issues in clinical neuropsychology Personal professional development and reflective practice in clinical neuropsychology

Assessment will be based on written assignments, posters and oral presentations, multiple choice questions (MCQ) and short-answer question (SAQ) examinations, and a full laboratory project write-up. Dissertation : 10,000 - 15,000 words.

This programme is directly delivered through online learning portal, you will have access to video and audio recordings of all onsite lectures, as well as video tutorials for any lab based elements of the course. All written assignments will be submitted through the portal, while poster and oral presentations will be assessed via Skype. Exams can be sat onsite or you can arrange to sit these at a suitable venue more local to you. You are encouraged to interact with teaching staff and other students in online discussion forums, join group activities and be part of the RCH London's student community.