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Professional Diploma in Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (2 modules credit rated independently at SCQF Level 8 Equivalent to Ofqual Level 5)
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The Professional Diploma in Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) course consists of two modules. Each module of this course has been credit rated independently with 20 credits each at SCQF Level 8 (Second year BA/BSc level).

This Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) course is likely to benefit someone who wishes to build up their knowledge in counselling and extend their knowledge by studying a therapeutic approach. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) training has a growing popularity in private counselling practice and organisations such as the NHS and has been used to good effect by occupational health functions in Managing Absence at Work.

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Syllabus for Professional Diploma in Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (2 modules credit rated independently at SCQF Level 8 Equivalent to Ofqual Level 5)

This Counselling and CBT diploma course consists of two modules:


Module 1 – Certificate in Counselling

This part of the course will provide you with a comprehensive and practical understanding of counselling knowledge and skills. Using Gerard Egan’s renowned three stage model outlined in ‘The Skilled Helper’, the syllabus takes a problem management and opportunity development approach to helping.

The module includes the following topics:

  • Introduction to Counselling Theory
  • The Psychodynamic Approach
  • The Behavioural Approach
  • The Person-Centred Approach
  • The Cognitive Approach
  • The Pastoral Approach
  • The Counselling Process
  • Basic Counselling Skills
  • Core Skills of "The Skilled Helper"
  • Professional Practice


Module 2– Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Students will be introduced to CBT, at the heart of which is the ABC model. They will also study:

  • the triadic structure
  • the role of automatic thoughts
  • the beliefs


and the need to challenge erroneous thought patterns through applying CBT techniques and strategies. The Diploma in Counselling and CBT course demonstrates how CBT can be used to effectively work with issues of depression, anxiety, fears and phobias, and anger.


Materials supplied with this course

20 Lessons and 8 tutor marked assignments are supplied in PDF and Word format, supplemented with suggested background reading.


Linkages to other courses

An option to this course are the Certificate in Counselling and the Diploma in CBT. Both courses are available for CPD purposes (course 121 and course 2000) and academically credit rated at SCQF level 8 (course CR200 and UD1000).

 

Accredited

This course is accredited by the ACCPH. The ACCPH are an independent professional body and register.


Credit Rated or CPD

This course involves two modules independently credit rated with 20 credit points at SCQF level 8 (2nd year BA/BSc) each. These credits may be used towards gaining a degree in a similar topic.


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Course Code: UA1000 Save 17%
Course Fee: £599.00 NOW ONLY £497.00
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i found this course and the material very informative, lots of personal tasks which helped to develop my knowledge and understanding of CBT. My tutor was helpful and would give direction if I was unsure of something. I feel able to begin to introduce CBT into my own work with more confidence.
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Diploma in Youth Counselling
Given that the course is entirely distance-learning and not in-person, the quality of tutoring including communication, advice and feedback is excellent. The course materials are excellent and provide links to all the essential texts for the subject. I feel as though I have learned a great deal over the course of my studies and it has enhanced my practice and enabled me to move forward in my professional aims.
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Certificate in Christian Counselling
The course material is in-depth, allowing me to reflect on and consider the role of a Christian Counsellor at the basic /Introductory level. I received detailed and positive feedback from the Tutor, Marie Murphy, which demonstrated my ability and skills to pursue the role of a Christian Counsellor. Marie's feedback has helped to guide me in this role. Thank you.
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Certificate in Couple and Family Counselling Skills
Dr Murphy made my study for diploma in Couple and Family Counselling really interesting, she is very honest and approachable. I really looked forward for all her comments and do take them on board and will implement them in my ministerial role. I just want to say thank you for helping me to see my hidden potentials and to see situations and individuals from a different point of view to which I formerly held. Mobrae
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Certificate in Counselling
Good, really interesting and was grateful for the quick turn around on my assignments after them being sent to a different tutor. Very grateful and feel really good about the course and getting it completed.
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Marie has been an excellent tutor throughout this course and consistently supportive. Marie has also been excellent in outlining any areas where more depth or focus may have been required by me as a student in relation to coursework. Marie has also been extremely accessible for any queries and prompt to reply.
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Some of the course work seems a little dated
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The course materials made sense and explained what was required throughout. My tutor (Marie Murphy) was really engaging throughout and very supportive when I asked questions and probed into next steps etc. If/when I sign up for my next course I would ask for Marie to be my tutor again.
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Diploma in Youth Counselling
I loved the youth counselling course, as a teacher I learned a lot about all the theories and models and also released that I have applied most of them in my years of teaching without noticing. I have also learned that my approach is a holistic approach, which I never knew. Dr. Murphy was amazing in her guidance and feedback and I learned a lot from her. I am planning on expanding in this career and also do the other counselling courses.
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I found the course to be informative and it encouraged you to broaden your knowledge on the modules you were studying. I was unable to source the text for this module so I had to research materials for additional reading. The tutor's comments were always a source of encouragement and motivation to move on to the next assignment.
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