Part Time CPCAB Level 5 Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills and Theory

CPCAB Level 5 Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills and Theory- Duration
1 year, Part-time
Awarding Body
CPCAB
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be over 21 year of age; it is strongly recommended that the applicant is over 25 years of age. All applicants should be practicing counsellors and have professional body accreditation or be working towards this. All applicants will be interviewed by tutors prior to admission Acceptance onto the course will depend on a successful interview.

Course Content
The main aspects of the course deal with: Working safely using the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy framework. Work with difference and diversity. Work with Self Awareness in the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy process. Work with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy theory and skills in the therapeutic process. Work reflectively as a Cognitive Behavioural therapist.
Course Aims
This course is designed for applicants who have completed a higher level qualification in Counselling of at least 450 hours and wish to extend their knowledge of working using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Special Features
The course involves a large amount of practical role plays. 90% attendance is a mandatory part of the course. As part of the course applicants will be expected to carry out client work where they can apply the theory of CBT to the counselling process. Group Supervision is also a requirement of the course.
Assessment Methods
Completion of a personal learning record, case studies, assignment, supervisors reports and feedback from tutor and peers.
Achievements/Qualifications
CPCAB Level 5 Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills and Theory.
Progression Routes
This course is designed to enhance the professional development of an existing counsellor who has professional accreditation.