Interventions 3 - Advanced CBT Applications

    Unit code: APC7003 | Study level: Postgraduate
    Credit points
    12
    (Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
    Location
    Footscray Nicholson
    Footscray Park
    Prerequisites
    APC6091 - Interventions 1 - Introduction to CBT
    (Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
    Overview
    Enquire

    Overview

    This unit further develops students’ skills in the assessment, formulation, and treatment using cognitive and behavioural therapies. Learning will focus on extending the application of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) across the lifespan and with diverse population groups. Students will also develop skills in third wave approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Schema Therapy.

    Learning Outcomes

    On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

    1. Conceptualise, plan and implement treatment based on a CBT framework;
    2. Critically reflect on, contextualise, and apply CBT techniques to a client’s individual requirements;
    3. Contextualise the use of CBT across the lifespan and for diverse populations;
    4. Exhibit clinical competencies in regard to provision of CBT interventions.

    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Assessment type: Assignment
    |
    Grade: 25%
    Written reflection (1000 words)
    Assessment type: Assignment
    |
    Grade: 40%
    Case Formulation and Treatment Plan (2000 words)
    Assessment type: Assignment
    |
    Grade: 35%
    Demonstration of and written reflection on video recorded intervention (indicative of 2000 words).

    Required reading

    Required readings will be made available on VU Collaborate.

    As part of a course

    This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

    Master of Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
    AMAL | Masters (coursework) degree | Duration: 2 years

    Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

    Search for units, majors & minors