Cognitive & Behavioural Therapies: High Intensity Training PGDip
University of ChesterExton Park, Chester
Course overview
Aimed at experienced mental health professionals with experience of working in an IAPT service who wish to become accredited cognitive behavioural psychotherapists. Our course is fully accredited by the British Association of Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) as a Level 2 IAPT course.
Key highlights
- Fully accredited by BABCP as a Level 2 IAPT course
- Prepares students to become accredited cognitive behavioural psychotherapists
- Designed for experienced mental health professionals working in IAPT services
Entry requirements
- Additional condition: portfolio — Applicants should have a core profession in mental health as recognised by BABCP or demonstrate the BABCP requirements for Knowledge Skills and Attitudes (KSA) through a satisfactory KSA portfolio.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
International Alumni Scholarship
Discount is for students advancing from Bachelor’s to Master’s level.
Careers this course leads to
- Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist
- High Intensity CBT Therapist
- NHS Talking Therapies High Intensity Therapist
- CBT Therapist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £6,660 for the full course (2026/27) — More on UK fees
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Chester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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