Evidence-Based Therapy Developments

Unit code: APC7010 | Study level: Postgraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Prerequisites
APC6005 - Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy; or
APC6091 - Interventions 1 - Introduction to CBT
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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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 and other related therapeutic techniques to a client’s individual requirements;
  3. Contextualise the use of a range of CBT and other related therapeutic techniques across the lifespan and for diverse populations; and
  4. Exhibit clinical competencies in regard to provision of CBT and other related 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: Presentation
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Grade: 35%
Video-recorded demonstration of a student administered intervention with written reflection

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.

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