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Stand Alone Module
Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Level 7
30 Credits
- Duration:
- 15 weeks
- Start Dates:
- September
- Attendance:
- One evening per week
- Venue:
- High Wycombe Campus
- Key Contact:
- The Enquiries Team
- Tel:
- 01494 603 171
- Email:
- ask@bucks.ac.uk
- Key Contact:
- Please note this module is subject to validation
Is this course suitable for me?
This course is likely to be of interest to any individual with an interest in CBT as a professional activity, and for those interested in pursuing further training as a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, giving you the first-steps in exploring and familiarising yourselves with its nature. Completion of this course may be considered as part of the University’s entry criteria for the MSc/PGDip in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Overview
This is a 12 week short course that introduces you to the fundamentals of the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) model. There is no clinical activity as part of this course; therefore, practical work will be undertaken within the student group in the form of role plays, individual reflection and group experiential work.
The course will cover:
• background and origins of CBT;
• theoretical principles of the structure of thought and emotions, and how these can be used for the exploration of experience and individual difficulties;
• principles through which ‘thought’ and anticipated outcomes can be positively and constructively challenged, and personal change can be created;
• the CBT process and principles through which these changes can be achieved.
Content
This course will include exploration of:
• an overview of the history, philosophy and model of CBT;
• CBT models and the stepped care approach;
• counselling skills;
• an introduction to assessment and formulation in CBT;
• psychoeducation: conveying the model and its rationale;
• structure in CBT;
• cognitive skills;
• homework and agenda setting;
• behavioural skills.
Teaching and learning
The teaching and learning strategy for this short course will include formal lectures, interactive workshops, experiential work, group role plays and personal reflection.
Entry requirements
Ideally you will hold a first degree in one of the social sciences, nursing, or social work, but perhaps have limited (or no) experience in the counselling process and in particular CBT.
How to make an application
Please contact the Recruitment Officer on 01494 603 171 or email ask@bucks.ac.uk.
Students funded by the NHS or other employer
If the cost of your course is being funded by your employer, please contact your education lead or manager for guidance as to how they would prefer you to make an application.