This MSc will prepare you to practice in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (CBP). This type of therapy is one of the leading treatments for a wide range of mental health issues.
Why study with us
- You’ll be taught by staff with a wide range of expertise and skills within Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
- The course leadership and teaching is overseen by a BABCP accredited cognitive behavioural therapist.
- The MSc prepares you for working with a wide range of mental health and complex mental health needs.
What you'll do on the CBT degree
- You’ll undertake a clinical placement, completing 200+ therapeutic hours in a professional setting.
- You will access clinical supervision from an BABCP accredited therapist, and your supervisor will assess your clinical practice.
- You will receive over 200 hours of teaching and this will be delivered using a blended approach to your learning with an emphasis on clinical skill development.
Modules
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
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Become a cognitive behavioural psychotherapist
After completing this course you’ll be equipped with the skills and knowledge you need to advance your career as a professional cognitive behavioural psychotherapist (CBP).
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Entry requirements
- 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 recognised 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
- IELTS: Score of at least 6.5 or equivalent
- A satisfactory Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) is required for this course
Not got the grades?
Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
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Dependants Bursary
Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package.
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If you need extra support because you have unpaid caring responsibilities alongside your studies.
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UK students with a previous award from us will receive 20% tuition fee discount.
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This course is delivered by the School of Health, Social Work and Sport
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