To assist participants in working in a cognitive behavioural therapy approach in an ethical way which matches their levels of competence, under appropriate supervision guidance, with clients experiencing common mental health concerns.

CONTENT OF THE COURSE

The learner will:

1. Understand the structure of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
2. Demonstrate use of Psychometric tests and relevant application to Case Conceptualisation.
3. Demonstrate use of models of Case Conceptualisation within CBT.
4. Demonstrate cognitive behavioural processes incorporated in mental health education.
5. Consider problem specific competencies for mental health problems of Depression and Anxiety Disorders (including PTSD, GAD etc.).
6. Demonstrate an understanding of Socratic Questions within CBT.
7.Understand different approaches to CBT
8. Evaluate knowledge of recent developments in CBT.

The Advanced Certificate in CBT is a 10 day modular programme. Learners would normally have attended a Certificate in CBT course.
Teaching will include lectures, seminars, skills workshops, individual and small group coaching and additional home study.
The Centre is a recognised Centre of the Open College Network (North West) and the course is accredited by the OCN.
The Unit is titled: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Practitioner (Theory & Skills)
NOCN Unit Code: PK23WR002 (6 credits at Level 3)
All students will receive a Course Handbook on commencement of the course, along with support material etc.