Module Descriptor

Title / MODULE 7: Advanced CBT for Depression / Code (if known)
Level / 11 (SCQF)Masters / Semester & Mode of Study / Part Time / Credit Rating
15
Module Co-ordinator / Dr Sean Harper
Module Team / Dr Sean Harper, Dr Judith Halford
Pre-requisites / 1/2/3/4/5/6
Co-requisites / Modules 1-6, & 8
Prohibited Combinations

Aims

To provide students with a critical understanding of the main CBT theories related to major depression and CBT interventions appropriate to this disorder.

Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module the student will be able to: / Assessed in this module / A / B / C / D
L1 / Assess, diagnose and interpret depressive disorders using a range of diagnostic tools/measures / √ / √ / √ / √
L2 / Critically examine and apply appropriate CBT models/techniques to a range of depressive disorders. / √ / √ / √ / √
L3 / Critically reflect on therapeutic alliance throughout therapy / √ / √ / √ / √
L4 / Assess and monitor suicidal thoughts and associated risk and apply cognitive techniques to detect indicators of increased suicidal intent where appropriate. / √ / √ / √ / √

A – Knowledge and Understanding

B – Intellectual Skills

C – Practical Skills

D – Transferable Skills

Learning Experiences
The module will engage the student in the following types of learning experiences:
4 x days’ teaching = 28 hours
1 x tutorial = 7 hours
Clinical supervision = 7 hours
Direct therapy contact = 12 – 15 hours
Self-directed study = 93 hours
TOTAL = 150 HOURS
Assessment Pattern
Case Study (3000 words): Critical Reflection on a high intensity case of depression treated in clinical practice.(Marked by two independent raters) Weighting 30%
Audio Recording of therapy session (Assessed by two independent raters). Weighting 40%
Supervisor assessment. Weighting 30%
All elements must be passed to be successful
Can this Module be Anonymously marked? Yes/No If No please provide an explanation.
Yes, apart from supervisor’s assessment which is not anonymous by necessity.
Content
  • Main theories and CBT models of therapy for major depression including guided discovery and behavioural Activation
  • Diagnostic classifications
  • Management of suicidal thoughts and risk
  • Clinical judgement in prioritising treatment
  • Principles of supervision
  • Communication strategies and skills

Main Texts
Depression
Blackburn, I; Davidson K. (1995) Cognitive Therapy for Depression and Anxiety Blackwell
Segal, Z.V et al (2002) Mindfulness based Cognitive Therapy for Depression Guilford Press
Beck A.T., Rush A.J., Shaw B.F., Emery, G. (1979) Cognitive Therapy of Depression.New York: Guilford Press
Beck J.S. (1995) Cognitive Therapy: Basics and Beyond. New York: Guilford Press
Jacobson N.S.et al. (2001) Behavioural activation treatment for depression Clinical Psychology Science and Practice 8 255-270
Lejuez, C.W., et al.(2001) A brief behavioural activation treatment for depression: Treatment manual Behavior Modification 25 255-286
Martell C.R. et al. (2001) Depression in context: strategies for guided actionNew York: Norton
Other relevant details
Signed Dr. Sean Harper / Date2/4/09
Registry use only / Date received

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