| Code | MH6136 |
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| Teaching Mode | Part-Time. See Additional Teaching Mode Information for more info. |
| Qualifications | CPD Module |
| Fees | €400 See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | 10/02/2025 |
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| Credits | 5 |
| Start Date | 10/03/2025 |
Outline
Module Objective: This module aims to give students an introduction to the Behavioural Activation model of CBT models used when working with people experiencing depression including severe depression.
Module Content: An introduction to simple Behavioural Activation to include consideration of underpinning principles and research into efficacy of various CBT approaches to depression. Consideration will be given to obstacles in simple behavioural activation.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
- Interpret the evidence base for cognitive and behavioural treatment approaches for depression.
- Assess patients with depression, taking into account clinical manifestations, co-morbidity, past history, present life situation, course and outcome of depression in suitability for BA, being able to give a clear rationale for all clinical decision making.
- Apply and give a rationale for their choice of a cognitive or behavioural approach to treat depression.
- Demonstrate an insightful knowledge of BA and an ability to identify their own values and beliefs in working with depression and the application of BA to their own lives.
- Sensitively adapt BA for depression and ensure equitable access for people from diverse cultures and with different values.
- Appraise clinical research to judge the quality of information underpinning a BA approach in depression with and without comorbidity.
Additional Teaching Mode Information
Teaching Method(s): 20hr(s) Lectures (Group Discussion/Workshops/skills practice); 80hr(s) Other (Self-directed Learning).
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March 10th 2025 |
Runs from 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
Practicalities
20hr(s) Lectures (Group Discussion/Workshops/skills practice); 80hr(s) Other (Self-directed Learning).
Why Choose
Skills and Careers Information
This module is linked to PG CBT Programmes.
Requirements
This module will be open to all disciplines including mental health nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists, mental health OT’s, Social Workers etc.
Applicants for MH6136 must be practising Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapists with evidence of a core qualification and registration with their relevant body eg NMBI. Applicants must have completed a postgraduate course (NFQ Level 9) in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Fees and Costs
- €400
How To Apply
To apply for this module click the Apply Now button. Once you have created your profile you can start your application by selecting the option below:
- Gather any additional documents required (including a passport-style photo), copy of your degree parchment if not a previous UCC graduate. You will also be required to upload Evidence of 12 months post-registration experience; MSCCP Employer Approval and Tutor Proposal letter; Professional Body Certification (Pharmacists).
- The full module fee of €400 will be payable on submission of your application.