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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at University of the West of Scotland - UCAS

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Course summary

This Masters in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) offers training for mental health professionals who wish to use CBT in their practice. You will enrol for the MSc, but have the option to exit with PG Diploma and, subject to meeting the criteria, accreditation with the British Association of Cognitive and Psychotherapies (BABCP). CBT approaches and interventions are recognised as a major contributor to psychological treatment. Our course is suitable for a wide range of professionals such as:

  • Nurses
  • Social Workers
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Physiotherapists
  • Doctors
  • Psychologists
You will explore good psychotherapeutic practice and focus on specific CBT concepts and skills including learning about the roles of safety and avoidance behaviours. You will also focus on using CBT with anxiety and depression and explore ending therapy and relapse prevention strategies. You will be introduced to diagnostic specific models for PTSD, social phobia, OCD, eating disorders and health anxiety and develop your skills in order to diagnose and treat these disorders. You will also look at the difficulties and complexities encountered in working with more severe and complex conditions and develop your confidence as a CBT practitioner. As well as this you’ll develop a firm foundation of the role of scientist-practitioner, instilling principles of healthy and ethical practice. NB: You are required to secure a placement for the duration of our course and may need to arrange for individual clinical supervision with a BABCP accredited supervisor.


Entry requirements

You will require an Ordinary bachelor’s degree from a UK university in a relevant subject (or equivalent overseas degree). If you do not possess a degree, you may still be considered if you possess professional qualification and extensive, relevant experience. You will normally be registered with a relevant professional body and have acquired two years post-qualification experience working with people experiencing mental health issues. Your professional background must also align as a Core Profession as defined by the BABCP. If your professional background is not listed as a Core Profession then you will need to complete a Knowledge Skills and Attitudes (KSA) portfolio prior to attending the programme which the University can support you with by enrolling on our Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes (KSA) Portfolio module. KSA Portfolio Module In order to be considered for the KSA portfolio module, you should make a full application for our MSc Cognitive Behavioural Therapy course via our Online Application. Our Programme Leader will assess your application for our CBT course in the first instance, which will allow them to determine whether you are required to complete the KSA portfolio module. If you are required to complete the KSA portfolio, you’ll be instructed to submit an application for the module via our Online Application. Note: You should only apply for the KSA Portfolio module once you’ve been instructed to do so. Applications received prior to a decision being made on your application for our MSc CBT course will not be reviewed and may be rejected. The module will be delivered fully online during term three of the academic year. It will run for six weeks from May to July. It will be delivered four hours per day on Wednesdays. You’ll be supported throughout the module to assemble your evidence as per the portfolio requirements which can include formal qualifications, informal and formal training, self-directed study, work related experiences, and references confirming your knowledge, skills, competencies and       attitudes. Depending on your background, you’ll either complete a condensed portfolio or a full portfolio. For information on the portfolio and the differences between the two types please visit the BABCP website, Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes. Fees for the module are charged as per the standard undergraduate tuition fees. For information on the latest tuition fees please review Health-related CPD Modules.


Fees and funding

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at University of the West of Scotland - UCAS