PGDip Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Newcastle University

Our PGDip produces psychological therapists competent in the practice of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).Our programme is designed to train you in evidence based, innovative CBT approaches.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a psychological or 'talking' therapy which has proven effective for helping people with a range of mental and physical health problems.In this programme we focus on developing the knowledge and skills required to treat common mental health problems (anxiety & depression) as recommended in NICE guidance.This is a level 2 BABCP (British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy) accredited professional qualification in CBT. It offers CBT practitioner-level training for healthcare professionals who have already completed introductory and/or intermediate CBT training and who have some supervised experience of providing CBT.Our programme is delivered by highly committed and experienced CBT therapists, trainers, and supervisors, and is designed to train you in evidence based, innovative CBT approaches. We aim to recruit trainees who share our values. Trainees are:committed to placing client care at the heart of everything we learn and docommitted to our personal and professional development and lifelong learningaspiring to be skilled CBT therapists who can adapt therapy to individuals from a range of diverse backgrounds enabling people to reach their full potentialWe pride ourselves in giving our trainees the best possible start to a vibrant and fulfilling career as a CBT therapist. After completing the programme you will be eligible to apply for BABCP accreditation which will enable you to work as a fully qualified CBT therapist within the NHS or private sector.