Cognitive Behavioural Practice

Master

In Belfast City

£ 4,000 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Belfast city (Northern Ireland)

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The aim of the Postgraduate Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Practice is to increase understanding of mental illness and train students in basic Cognitive Behavioural Therapy concepts, methods and skills. The purpose is to train practitioners in mental health programmes including primary care, to apply Cognitive Behavioural Therapy models at levels 1 and 2 within a stepped care model (low intensity psychological interventions). The course is available to all health and social care professional groups and other staff such as counsellors who wish to learn basic Cognitive Behavioural Therapy methods and is relevant for staff working in mental health, primary care and social care settings. The Postgraduate Certificate is offered over two 12 week semesters over one year. Share this course Share "This multidisciplinary course will equip you with a better understanding of common mental health problems and the basic cognitive behavioural techniques to guide your clients towards recovery at Step 1-2 of the Mental Health Stepped Care Model. " Dr Joanne Younge

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Location

Start date

Belfast City (County Antrim)
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University Road, BT7 1NN

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

A 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. Applicants who do not meet this academic requirement but hold a professional qualification will be considered on an individual basis. All applicants must have: Evidence of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem A broad understanding of mental health issues Good written and verbal communication skills Good organisational and computer skills International Qualifications For information on international qualification...

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Subjects

  • Mental Health
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Behavioural Therapy
  • Staff
  • Primary

Course programme

Course Details

The PG Cert is comprised of four 15-credit modules:

  • Mental Health Awareness, Engagement and Assessment
  • An Introduction to CBT Theories and Methods
  • Providing Psychological Interventions at Levels 1 and 2 in a Stepped Care Model
  • Evidence-Based Low-Intensity Psychological Intervention for Mild to Moderate Mental Health Problems Each module is taught one day per week over two 12-week semesters at Queen's.

Assessment & Feedback

Essays, case studies and DVD-recorded role plays.

Learning and Teaching

Morning and Afternoon.

Part-time (1 day per week)

Additional information

CBT services are an expanding area of health and social care services due to an increasing demand for evidence-based psychological therapies. The award of the Postgraduate Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Practice will enable students to apply for professional employment at stepped care levels 1-2 and integrate CBT informed interventions into professional practice. Queen's postgraduates reap exceptional benefits. Unique initiatives, such as Degree Plus and Researcher Plus bolster our commitment to employability, while innovative...

Cognitive Behavioural Practice

£ 4,000 + VAT