Cognitive Behavioural Therapy PGDip

Important application information

The Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy will have an October 2024 Entry

Closing date for applications: Friday 14 June 2024
Interviews: Weeks commencing Monday 8 July 2024 and Monday 15 July 2024

This course is still subject to full university approval.

We are changing some aspects of the way this programme is offered from 2024. For those interested in applying for the October 2024 entry please contact cbt-dip.director@ncl.ac.uk and we will let you know when more in-depth programme information and How to Apply information becomes available.

 

Overview

Our programme is designed to train you in evidence based, innovative CBT approaches.  Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a psychological or “Talking” therapy which has proven effective for helping people with a range of mental and physical health problems. In this programme we focus on developing the knowledge and skills required to treat common mental health problems (anxiety & depression) as recommended in NICE guidance. 

This is a level 2 BABCP (British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy) accredited professional qualification in CBT which offers CBT practitioner-level training for healthcare professionals who have already completed introductory and/or intermediate CBT training and who have some supervised experience of providing CBT. 

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What you'll learn

We provide practical, intensive and detailed training to facilitate the development of competent CBT skills, to NHS & BABCP defined standards.

We aim to integrate CBT skill development with the necessary knowledge and attitudes to be open-minded, informed and reflective CBT practitioners.

We promote a critical approach through engagement with relevant theory, models and evidence.

Our training equips trainees to become competent in the psychological assessment & treatment of anxiety disorders, major depression and a range of other mental health conditions in full accordance with BABCP guidance for good practice.

Assessment methods

Your CBT knowledge and skills will be assessed through a combination of:

• case study
• essay
• professional skills assessments
• reflective practice
• portfolio

Your future

You will be eligible to apply for practitioner accreditation with BABCP and to seek work as an independent CBT practitioner in both the private and public sectors. Your development will be measured against the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) guidelines for good practice, and you will have the opportunity to contribute to the further development of CBT. 

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Professional accreditation and recognition

British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)

As a graduate of this course, you will be eligible to apply  for practitioner accreditation with BABCP.

Facilities

The School of Psychology is based on the University campus in the Dame Margaret Barbour Building. This is a state-of-the-art purpose built facility for the School of Psychology, Sport and Exercise Science and Human Nutrition and Dietetics.  There are designated post-graduate study spaces, social learning spaces, seminar rooms, comfortable teaching rooms, “brew stations” social spaces. 

Eligibility criteria

The eligibility criteria to apply for the programme are set by the accrediting body (BABCP).  You must be:

• a graduate in an approved mental health profession (e.g. nursing, psychology, psychiatry, education, counselling, social work), OR a graduate in a relevant discipline experience with equivalent experience (e.g. Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner) as demonstrated by a Knowledge Skills and Attitudes (KSA) Portfolio.
• in stable employment with the support of your employer to undertake this training OR in a placement or work setting where you are able to treat appropriate clients using CBT.
• fluent in spoken and written English.

The BABCP website has more information about the requirements of the KSA.  To find out more about the programme, entry requirements and how to apply, please contact us at cbt-dip.director@newcastle.ac.uk

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You'll have a number of opportunities to meet us throughout the year including:

• campus tours
• on-campus open days
• virtual open days
• webinars

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