University of Central Lancashire

Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy, MSc

University of Central LancashirePreston, United Kingdom

Course overview

Our BABCP accredited CBT degree, prepares you to become a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist so you can help people change negative thinking & behaviour patterns.

Key highlights

  • Accredited by the BABCP
  • Prepares you to practise as a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
  • Develops skills to help clients change negative thinking patterns
  • Focuses on changing unhelpful behaviour patterns in clients

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include health and social care or related area; or above
  • Additional condition: dbs_check — …than 5.5 or equivalent A satisfactory Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) is required for this course

Careers this course leads to

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
  • CBT Psychotherapist
  • High Intensity Therapist
  • Mental Health Practitioner
  • Psychological Therapist

Cost of study

UK/Home: £1,050 per 20 credits

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 Central Lancashire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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