DURATION: 5 Days, split over a 6-month period to allow time for integration and completion of placement requirements.    

START DATE: 15th February 2025

AWARD: QQI Level 9 Special Purpose Award Certificate in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (10 ECTS Credits)

VENUE: Dublin West - Blended

TIMETABLE: 10 am to 5 pm

Module 1:

Day 1 - 15th February 2025 (Saturday) - In Person
Day 2 - 1st March 2025 (Saturday) - Online via Microsoft Teams
Day 3 - 22nd March 2025 (Saturday) - Online via Microsoft Teams

Module 2:

Day 4 - 3rd May 2025 (Saturday) - In Person
Day 5 - 22nd May 2025 (Thursday) - In Person

DELIVERY MODE: Blended: Module 1: Day 1 will take place in your physical class venue, Days 2 & 3 will be conducted in a live, online virtual classroom. Module 2: days 4 & 5 will take place in your physical class venue.

MODULE 1: Theory and Origins of CBT (5 ECTS Credits)

• Experientially explore techniques for working within the CBT framework
• Investigate essential theoretical concepts underpinning CBT
• Explore the foundational, diagnostic and treatment methods in cognitive and behavioural approaches to therapy within the BABCP Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics.
• Develop an understanding of the appropriate and ethical CBT interventions applicable to practice.

MODULE 2: Theory and Skills: CBT for Anxiety and Depression (5 ECTS Credits)

• Overview of cognitive behavioural therapy's core theoretical frameworks and skills specific to Anxiety Disorders and Depression.
• Case Formulations and ethical practice
• Practical application of disorder-specific CBT models for each disorder
• Skills practice honing reflexivity.
• The use of the CTS-R, an essential CBT practitioner tool.
• Practitioner competencies.

ASSESSMENT:

Module 1

2,000 word essay.

Module 2

Part a) Case Study

Part b) Clinical Portfolio

ADDITIONAL COURSE REQUIREMENTS

• Complete the Garda Vetting process
• Record of 30 one-to-one client hours to be signed by an accredited clinical supervisor.
• Record of 3 hours supervision (1 hour of supervision for every 10 hours of client work) for learners with a counselling/psychotherapy qualification OR Record of 6 hours of supervision (1 hour of supervision for every 5 hours of client work) for learners from a cognate discipline.
• Please note that the cost of clinical supervision is not included in the course fees.
• Minimum pass grade in all assessments
• Attendance at all classes

ASSESSMENT: Assignments

There are no formal examinations, giving students more opportunities to concentrate on their assignments and their own self-exploration throughout their journey.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants should possess the maturity to reflect on their development as a person and have completed one of the following: 

• Level 8 accredited degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy 

OR

• Accredited Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy plus Level 8 degree in a related area plus submission of a clinical portfolio

OR

• BABCP-recognised core profession (Psychiatry, Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Nursing, and GP's ) 

CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS

You must be deemed suitable to work with clients within your core profession (counselling/psychotherapy or cognate discipline) in order to meet the placement requirement (30 hours of one-to-one work with clients), i.e. you must be working within a role that enables the integration of CBT skills on a one-to-one basis.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants are required to satisfy the English language requirement. Applicants whose first language is not English and are presenting qualifications obtained in a language other than English may satisfy the requirement through the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) on the basis that they obtain a minimum band score of 6.5 at postgraduate level or an equivalent score of TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or Cambridge, which denotes a very good skill level of English.

IT SKILLS 

Students require sufficient IT skills to complete the course

APPLICATION & SELECTION

Entry is by application form and submission of relevant certificates/transcripts. Applicants are invited to book online using the book now.

Applicants will be assessed for suitability based on their existing qualification, evidence within the application form that they possess the maturity to reflect on their development as a person, are suitable to meet the placement criteria and can satisfy the English language requirements.

Students can expect to be provided with advice and support concerning any learning difficulties that they may encounter. Any diagnosed learning difficulty, e.g. dyslexia, must be noted on the application. 

FEES:

GENERAL PUBLIC - €940 (SALE LAUNCH PRICE)

PCI College Alumni Group Members Fee - €840 - Join alumni group on LinkedIn to avail of this offer.

Students who have completed PCI College's Pro Cert in CBT (All 5 Days) Fee - €840

PCI College Graduates Fee - €890

Please note that there is an additional charge of €20 for the Garda vetting process which is required prior to course entry which not included in the above fees. The additional cost of clinical supervision is also not included in course fees above. Clinical supervision can cost from €60 per session upwards. Fees are negotiable between learners and individual supervisors.

In the event that your application is unsuccessful, €60 of your fee paid when booking is kept by PCI College for administration costs.

Applications must be accompanied by the payment of the full course fee. Applicants are entitled to a refund if they decide to cancel within 14 days of receipt of their booking, and didn't participate on the course. Please note that the name used on your application needs to be the same name that you have on your passport.

Fees are non-refundable in all personal circumstances. The College makes every effort to avoid altering course times, course commencement and conclusion dates. However, should any changes be necessary, you will be notified at the earliest opportunity. All courses run subject to demand and the formation of a viable class cohort. A full refund will be given to all applicants in the event that the class does not proceed. 

For more information, please visit our Terms & Conditions page.