Foundation in CBT

The Cognitive Behavioural model is based on the idea that what people think affects how they feel emotionally and physically and can alter the way they behave. In critical and stressful situations, changes take place in the way a person sees and judges them self and the things that happen to them; thoughts and behaviour tend to become more extreme and unhelpful. This can worsen how the person feels and causes them to act in ways that keep their distress going.

CBT aims to help people examine and challenge their thoughts and behaviour, reduce distress and cope better with difficult situations.

The CBT model is increasingly applied in a number of fields ranging from management consultancy to the health and caring professions. This course will give you an introduction to the origins, theoretical model and application of CBT techniques and an opportunity to explore their use.

Aims and Objectives

The aim of the course is to explain the basic CBT model and the way it can be used to examine thinking processes and behaviour. You will consider how your thoughts and behaviour affect your own perception of events; influence your moods and shape your relationships with work colleagues, family and friends.

The objectives of this course are to provide you with:

· A background to the principal historical roots of CBT

· An understanding of the basic theoretical model used in CBT and its rationale

· An understanding of the way CBT can help people to improve mood, increase confidence and reduce stress

· An opportunity to use the CBT model for personal development through experiential learning

Teaching and Learning

· tutor presentation

· individual and group tasks including presentations

· Peer and tutor feedback

· Video and audio resources

· You will be encouraged to keep a learning journal and read some of the recommended texts.

· Handouts and reading materials will be provided to support your learning.

You should expect to spend at least 3 hours a week in private study. This could include reflection, reading, keeping your learning journal and completing assignments.

Feedback and Appraisal

There will be a short written assignment. You will receive written feedback on your skills development and understanding of key principles.

Certificate of Completion

When you successfully complete the course you will get a Certificate of Completion. This will show the learning outcomes of the course, the training hours and your private study hours. This will confirm that you have achieved the learning described in the course outline.