MSc Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (Adult or Children and Young People)

The Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy MSc at the University of Derby is a part-time, online course that equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to practise as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist. This course is suitable for professionals who seek to further their careers in psychotherapy, guiding their practice within a cognitive behavioural framework.Course Content: The course content is divided into six different modules to be completed over a period of 3 years. The course focuses on core skills for Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy and specialised applications, offering students the ability to understand and critique key concepts, theories, and techniques in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). Teaching is grounded in an evidence-based approach to practice with an emphasis on integrating theory, research, and practice. Key Modules: The six core modules include Practice Skills for Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy, Conceptual Models in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Specialised Techniques in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy Reflective Practice, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy Integrative Practice, and Systematic Review of Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) as meeting the standards for a Level 2 course in CBT.Future Careers: Graduates of the Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy MSc can expect to work in a variety of healthcare settings as psychotherapists, counsellors, or psychologists. They may also seek employment in educational institutions as training and research professionals. The course also equips graduates to apply for a doctoral study in psychotherapy or a related field.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.