Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (PG Dip)
Master
In Belfast City
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Belfast city (Northern Ireland)
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Duration
1 Year
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Start date
Different dates available
Anxiety and depression are among the most common mental health disorders experienced by all ages. Psychological recovery is greatly enhanced when the individual receives the correct treatment. Cognitive Behaviour Psychotherapy (CBP) is currently the key recommended psychological treatment for these conditions. It is essential that practitioners are prepared with the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to deliver CBP competently. This course is written to the requirements of the lead organisation in the UK which sets the competency standards for Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy. The teaching at the University and with Clinical colleagues in placement areas is of the highest standard. This course will fundamentally alter the way clinicians work in practice. Why Queen's?On successful completion of this programme you will eligible to apply to become an accredited practitioner with the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy (BABCP). Did you know? This course has been accredited by the British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies.
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About this course
Applicants must hold a first degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in nursing or a relevant subject. Applicants must also hold a current and recognised professional qualification in nursing and have a minimum of one year's post-registration experience specific to the area of specialist practice being undertaken. For those applicants who do not hold a qualification in a ‘core’ cognate area you must complete the BABCP KSA portfolio prior to interview. Otherwise if offered a position you will...
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Subjects
- Psychotherapy
- Accredited
- Presentation
- Teaching
- Mental Health
Course programme
Course Details
Students will actively participate in developing and extending their knowledge and skills in CBP. The client centred approach is used to empower the individual by creating effective cognitive and behavioural strategies to improve their skills in managing their mental health and enhance their quality of life.
Students must be working in a clinical area where Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic approaches are employed. Students must be supervised by an experienced BABCP Cognitive Behavioural Therapist while on placement in their own clinical area. This must be arranged by the student prior to the commencement of the programme.
Assessment & FeedbackMethods of assessment will include presentation or practical demonstration, written assessment and clinical practice portfolio.
Methods of assessment will include presentation or practical demonstration, written assessment and clinical practice portfolio [CH1] .
[CH1] include presentation or practical demonstration, written assessment, videoed clinical work, and clinical practice portfolio [CH1] .
Learning and Teaching
Classes are a combination of Morning and afternoon.
Students must be working in a clinical area where Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic approaches are employed. Students must be supervised by an experienced BABCP Cognitive Behavioural Therapist while on placement in their own clinical area. This must be arranged by the student prior to the commencement of the programme.
Additional information
Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (PG Dip)