Our PGCert/GradCert in Promoting Psychological Wellbeing gives you the chance to develop your skills in evidence-based, low-intensity cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) interventions for common mental health problems.
Why study with us
- This course is accredited by The British Psychological Society (BPS).
- If you’re a current health practitioner then this course offers you the chance to develop your skills in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
What you'll do
- You’ll critically examine the history and development of primary care and mental health practice.
- We’ll introduce you to concepts of mental health philosophies, models and frameworks for safe and competent mental healthcare.
- You'll focus on enhancing your skills in patient-centred care. This includes interviewing, problem formulation, goal setting and more.
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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Accreditations
Future careers
This course is designed as a development opportunity for current healthcare professionals who wish to enhance their skills in low-intensity cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) interventions for common mental problems. It also allows you to gain professional accreditation to practice as a psychological wellbeing practitioner (PWP).
Entry requirements
To undertake this course you must be in a position to work with patients in a low-intensity IAPT service and be able to produce written support from your employers to do this.
- Applicants must show evidence of recent Level 6 study from a recognised institute of higher education for postgraduate study and level for graduate study
- All students on this programme must be in a position to work with patients in a low intensity improving access to psychological therapies service and must produce written support from their employers to do this
- All students must be able to complete the 45 days training
- A satisfactory DBS is required for this course
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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