CBT interventions for mental health professionals (psychosis) (degree and masters level) (HEAD351 / APP781)

Develop your knowledge and skills in the use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for the treatment of psychotic experiences
CPD for healthcare professionals
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Key features

This 20-credit module can be studied at degree and masters level and will increase your knowledge and enable you to develop effective skills in the use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for psychosis (CBTp) informed skills.
This module will focus on the development of in-depth knowledge and skills in the use of CBT informed approaches, with a focus on supporting people experiencing psychosis. This includes effective assessment, formulation and the development of therapeutic relationships and skills required for the effective and adaptable use of CBTp informed skills in psychosis. There will be a focus on reflective practice and workplace-based cases to ensure clinical relevance.
Students will be supported to consider the application of CBTp in a collaborative and compassionate manner, maximising opportunities for people in distress to make sense of and derive meaning from their lived experience of psychosis.
The module utilises reflective practice and workplace-based cases to ensure clinical relevance.
Module code
HEAD351 / APP781
Credits
20
FHEQ level
Level 6 – bachelors degree / Level 7 – masters degree
Location
Blended delivery
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HEAD351 course details (degree level)

On successful completion of this module you will be able to:
  • demonstrate systematic and current knowledge and critical understanding of the diagnostic classification and characteristics of psychosis
  • critically appraise the features of assessment and formulation and treatment using a cognitive behaviour therapy for psychosis (CBTp) informed approach, including contra-indications for treatment, the role of pharmacological interventions, dual diagnosis, and co-morbidity
  • demonstrate effective skills in and analyse own performance of the assessment, formulation and treatment of psychotic type experiences using CBTp informed approaches
  • critically analyse the role of the therapeutic relationship in CBT for psychotic experiences
  • critically analyse the theory and development of cognitive and behavioural models for treating psychosis. Contrast this with other therapeutic modalities.
Assessment
The assessment for this module requires students to submit a reflective account critically examining their understanding of CBTp informed practice, drawing on the evidence base including expert by experience perspective.

(Please note that these assessment details are provisional – if you require further information please contact the module lead or the Professional Development Unit).

APP781 course details (masters level)

On successful completion of this module you will be able to:
  • demonstrate systematic, in depth and current knowledge and critical understanding of the diagnostic classification and characteristics of psychosis
  • provide a comprehensive and critical analysis of the features of effective assessment and formulation and treatment using cognitive behaviour therapy (CBTp) informed approaches for psychosis, including contra-indications for treatment, pharmacological interventions, and complex presentations such as dual diagnosis and co-morbidity
  • demonstrate effective and advanced skills in and analyse own performance of the assessment, formulation and treatment of psychotic type experiences using CBT
  • provide an advanced critical analysis of the role of the therapeutic relationship in CBTp for psychotic experiences
  • provide an advanced critical analysis of the theory and development of cognitive and behavioural models for treating psychosis and contrast with other therapeutic modalities.
Assessment
The assessment for this module requires students to submit a reflective account critically examining their understanding of CBTp informed practice, drawing on the evidence base including expert by experience perspective.
(Please note that these assessment details are provisional – if you require further information please contact the module lead or the Professional Development Unit).

Module dates

The module will be delivered face-to-face, with the first and last days online.
8 May (online), 15, 22, 29 May and 5, 12, 19 June, 26 June (online) 2025
(Occasionally delivery dates might be subject to change – always check with the module lead or Professional Development Unit).
Please be aware that all modules run to minimum numbers.
In the event that there are low numbers, this module may be rescheduled to an alternative date.
Some modules are also subject to maximum numbers.

What programmes can these modules count towards?

The degree-level module can be studied as a standalone module or as an optional module towards the BSc (Hons) Professional Development in Mental Health and the BSc (Hons) Professional Development in Health and Social Care .
The masters-level module can be studied as a standalone module, as a pathway specific optional module towards MSc Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Mental Health or as an optional module towards another MSc Advanced Professional Practice pathways .
For further information please contact the Professional Development Unit.

Admissions information

Additional information and documentation required for the application process.
  • Application forms.
  • Change of name forms.
  • Pre-course information.
  • Downloadable guides.
  • Student card.
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Module Lead – Sarah Howes

CBTp informed approaches aim to reduce the distress and hopelessness which can be associated with anomalous experiences and promote a positive, working collaboration, which fosters hope, trust, and increased wellbeing.
Find out more about Sarah Howes .
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Entry requirements

To undertake these modules you must be:
  • a registered health and social care practitioner or health and social care worker working in an area of clinical practice that will allow you to meet the module learning outcomes
  • in possession of previous study at level 5 (Diploma of Higher Education) or a foundation degree to study the module at degree level
  • in possession of previous study at degree level to study the module at masters level.

Fees