Module Descriptor
Title
MODULE 7: Advanced CBT for Depression
Code (if known)
Level
11
(SCQF)Masters
Credit Rating
15
Semester &
Mode of Study
Part Time
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:
L1
Assess, diagnose and interpret depressive disorders using a
range of diagnostic tools/measures
L2
L3
L4
Assessed in this
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Critically examine and apply appropriate CBT models/techniques
to a range of depressive disorders.
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Critically reflect on therapeutic alliance throughout therapy
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
1 x tutorial
Clinical supervision
Direct therapy contact
Self-directed study
TOTAL
= 28 hours
= 7 hours
= 7 hours
= 12 – 15 hours
= 93 hours
= 150 HOURS
Assessment Pattern
1
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
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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 action New York: Norton
Other relevant details
Signed Dr. Sean Harper
Date 2/4/09
Registry use only
Date received
2