Post Graduate Certificate In Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (Introductory Level)
A new one-year part time course over 3 terms, commencing January 2011
Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre with Oxford University Department for Continuing Education.
Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre is pleased to announce this new course, which has been designed to provide a thorough foundation for health professionals who have limited or no prior experience or knowledge of CBT, as well as for those seeking to refresh and refine their basic CBT skills.
The PG Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (accredited by the University of Oxford and conferring 60 CATS points) offers a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental theory and practice of CBT for common mental health problems. The Certificate programme adheres to the Roth & Pilling CBT Competences Framework and NICE Guidelines for Depression and Anxiety. It includes interactive training workshops and opportunities to practise treatment techniques under close clinical supervision. All teaching and supervision will be provided by highly experienced OCTC staff.
The PG Certificate also forms a starting point for students later wishing to acquire more in-depth knowledge and skills via the Oxford Diploma in Cognitive Therapy (or similar training). Completing the PG Certificate, together with later completion of diploma or degree training in CBT, should equip candidates with the knowledge, skills and supervised clinical experience required for accreditation as a CBT therapist with the British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP – see www.babcp.com)
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Student selection
Applicants will normally meet one of the following criteria A, B or C:
(A) Be a graduate or have successfully completed a professional training in a related field such as mental health, social care or counselling (e.g. nursing, occupational therapy, social work, psychiatry, psychology, counselling, teaching) PLUS 1 year’s post-qualification experience.
(B) Applications from those who do not have a professional qualification will be considered, if they have an honours degree in a relevant subject (e.g. psychology, health, social sciences) PLUS 2 year’s post degree work experience (e.g. in mental health or social care services) which should include relevant continuing professional development experiences gained as part of this work experience.
(C) For students who do not have a first degree, their combination of qualifications and experience will be required to equate to graduate level standards and skills. This will be tested on application by submission of a piece of written work that will be assessed against graduate level academic standards. Applicants who successfully demonstrate graduate level standards and skills will be accepted on to the programme. They must:
• Have 5 years, relevant work experience since finishing full time education (e.g. in mental health or social care services) which should include relevant continuing professional development experiences gained as part of this work experience.
• Be able to demonstrate the skills and capacity necessary for academic study at postgraduate level.
• Have successfully completed relevant Further or Higher Education courses that are indicative of their academic ability beyond “A” level limited education.
• Be able to demonstrate the capacity for independent study and theoretical debate.
• Have a high level of motivation.
In addition to the above entry requirements all successful applicants must:
1. Be “psychologically minded”, i.e. used to working within the framework of psychological explanations of behaviour and using psychological treatment methods to achieve change. This does not imply commitment to any particular psychological model;
2. Be able to demonstrate proficiency in English language to the level required by the university and have access to a PC and the Internet.
3. Have access to treatment settings where cognitive therapy skills can be practised and refined on a regular and systematic basis;
4. Be able to obtain time, money and management support for the course.
Exceptions to these criteria are at the discretion of the course organisers.
Closing date for applications will be 31st October 2010.
Course structure
The course will be delivered over 3 terms:
• Term 1: 2 x 3-day teaching blocks (workshops will include both academic and practical training)
• Term 2: 4 x 2-day teaching blocks (ditto)
• Term 3: 13 x 2-hour weekly clinical supervision groups
• Reading and completion of written assignments is in addition to the teaching days outlined above.
Assessments
Students will need to pass the following assessments to be awarded the PG Certificate:
• Term 1: 4,000 word essay
• Term 2: 4,000 word essay
• Term 3: Clinical case study of between 2 and 4,000 words, plus a recording of a CBT clinical session, to be rated satisfactorily on a measure of CBT skills
Fees
The 2010-11 fees will be £2950 for home/EU students and £5000 for overseas students. Please note there is no V.A.T. payable on this fee.
