PgCert Cognitive Behavioural Practice at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

The PgCert Cognitive Behavioural Practice trains practitioners in mental health and non-mental health settings, including primary care, to apply Cognitive Behavioural Therapy models at levels 1 and 2 of a stepped care model (low intensity psychological interventions). Graduates can apply evidence-based low intensity interventions such as behavioural activation and guided self-help. It suits health and social care professionals and staff such as counsellors working in mental health, primary care and social care.

Faculty: Social Sciences, Education and Social Work | Duration: 1 year part-time | Intake: Entry year 2027/28 | Study mode: part-time | Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Four 15-credit core modules: Mental Health Awareness, Engagement and Assessment; Evidence-Based Low-Intensity Psychological Intervention for Mild to Moderate Mental Health Problems; An Introduction to CBT Theories and Methods; and Providing Psychological Interventions at Levels 1 and 2 in a Stepped Care Model.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent; applicants without it who hold a professional qualification are considered individually. All applicants need evidence of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem, a broad understanding of mental health issues, good written and verbal communication skills and good organisational and computer skills. Closing date: Friday 30 July 2027 at 4pm (late applications may be considered). English language: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 (taken within the last 2 years).

Domestic applicants: GBP 3,970 for the whole programme (2026/27). NI/ROI/GB residency; international fee not published in the schedule; published 2026/27 rate Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year part-time

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