Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

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This course aims to equip practitioners with the CBT skills necessary to implement evidence-based treatment for the most common psychological disorders. It comprises 20 days of teaching over two terms, including weekly supervision groups.

The Postgraduate Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is part of a comprehensive CBT training programme, which has been renowned for its consistent record of excellence in CBT practice, training and supervision over the past 25 years.

Oxford is internationally recognised as a centre of excellence in CBT and the course draws on an impressive body of local specialist skill and knowledge.

The course aims to provide students with:

  • a sound knowledge of cognitive behavioural models, concepts and methods
  • an understanding of issues of importance relating to the theory and practice of CBT, including:
    • the relationship between CBT theory and therapy 

    • the use of CBT with a variety of client groups and disorders 

    • related research on outcome and process. 

  • competence in assessing and treating patients using CBT:
    • in assessing patient suitability for CBT
    • in developing CBT case-formulations
    • in devising and implementing individual treatment programmes 

    • in evaluating their effects.

  • the ability to convey clearly the central concepts of CBT and to communicate basic treatment skills.

The course does not aim to prepare students to teach and supervise CBT. The emphasis is on acquiring, practising and communicating specialised clinical skills, within an explicit theoretical framework in relation to associated empirical research.

Course structure

The course begins with a four-day teaching block followed by one full-day per week (Friday) over two terms, beginning in September. Students receive two hours of small group supervision weekly. 

Reading and completion of written assignments will be undertaken in addition to the teaching day outlined above. Many students find it effective to set aside six to seven hours a week for private study.

Students will be expected to have access to treatment settings with regular clinical and CBT supervision where cognitive behavioural therapy skills can be practised and refined on a regular basis. 


Course assessment

To complete the PG Cert in CBT you will need to:

  • take an active part in teaching and supervision sessions, and carry out CBT with the required number of patients
  • complete a 4,000-word case report of one treated case
  • complete a 2,000-word essay on CBT theory, research and 
  • submit audio/video recordings of CBT sessions for formative and summative assessment.

Applicants are normally expected to be predicted or have achieved a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours (or equivalent international qualifications), as a minimum, in a relevant subject.

For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum GPA sought is 3.5 out of 4.0.

Applicants are also normally expected to:

  • be qualified members of one of the main National Health Service professions, eg clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, general practitioners, occupational therapists, or other recognised professions, eg social worker; and
  • have at least one year's post-qualification clinical experience.

No Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or GMAT scores are sought.

If you hold non-UK qualifications and wish to check how your qualifications match these requirements, you can contact the National Recognition Information Centre for the United Kingdom (UK NARIC).

  • Official transcript(s)
  • CV/résumé
  • Statement of purpose: 500 words
  • References/letters of recommendation: Three overall, all of which must be academic

Applicants should:

  • be competent in general clinical skills, such as forming a therapeutic relationship and communicating effectively. A foundation of basic clinical competencies is an important prerequisite as the course provides specialised training in CBT and does not focus on developing the basics of good clinical practice;
  • be 'psychologically minded'. Applicants should be used to working within the framework of psychological explanations of behaviour and using psychological treatment methods to achieve change. This does not imply commitment to any particular psychological model. 

  • have some knowledge of cognitive behavioural therapies. Applicants do not need to have extensive practical experience of CBT, however, preference is given to candidates who can demonstrate some knowledge and experience of CBT approaches. Prior CBT 
experience and knowledge can be pursued through personal reading, attendance at workshops, membership of appropriate professional organisations or having a basic supervised CBT practice;
  • demonstrate commitment to developing CBT skills for use in clinical practice; and
  • have access to treatment settings with regular clinical and CBT supervision where cognitive behavioural therapy skills can be practised and refined on a regular basis. 


ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Higher level

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Standard level scores

Higher level scores

IELTS Academic 
Institution code: 0713

7.0 Minimum 6.5 per component  7.5  Minimum 7.0 per component 

TOEFL iBT 
Institution code: 0490

100

Minimum component scores:

  • Listening: 22
  • Reading: 24
  • Speaking: 25
  • Writing: 24
110

Minimum component scores:

  • Listening: 22
  • Reading: 24
  • Speaking: 25
  • Writing: 24
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) 185

Minimum 176 per component

191 

Minimum 185 per component

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) 185

Minimum 176 per component

191 

Minimum 185 per component

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