MSc Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy

Course Overview

Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (CBP) is recognized by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) as the treatment of choice for a range of mental health issues. Our MSc is a progressive professional training program that will give you the advanced skills and knowledge needed to practice as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist. Weve designed this program to meet the minimum training requirements of the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) for training Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapists. Youll gain an understanding of key concepts and theories in CBP, evaluate different approaches to solving problems, and integrate theory and practice as you plan your future academic, professional, and personal development. This course is ideal for those working in the medical profession, social work, psychologists, counselors, mental health nurses, psychotherapists, and others with experience and an interest in mental health.

General Eligibility

Applicants should hold at least a 2:2 degree in health and social care or related area including experience in a relevant field Applicants with a core profession in Mental Health Nursing or Occupational Therapy or Social Work or Psychiatry or Clinical or Counselling Psychology will require at least two years of experience in working with vulnerable adults and or those with mental health problems Applications without a recognized core profession can be considered through the development of a Knowledge, Skills and Attitude portfolio of evidence plus at least two years of post-qualification experience in mental health consistent with admission guidelines provided by the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy A detailed admissions procedure will be forwarded on the application IELTS: Score of at least 6.5 or equivalent

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

• IELTS: 6.5 with no component lower than 6.0