Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) (Education Mental Health Practitioner)

University of Southampton

Postgraduate PgDip Part-time 1 Year Psychology

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) (Education Mental Health Practitioner) PgDip is a postgraduate degree at University of Southampton, based in Southampton, taught part-time over 1 year.

About this course

Explore Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) at a global top 100* university.

Gain the skills to work in education settings and assist schools with their mental health strategies. Upon completing this Education Mental Health Practitioner PGDip, you'll be qualified to:
- Provide low intensity CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) interventions for children, young people and their parents or carers

- Support common mental health problems including anxiety, low mood, and behavioural difficulties.

You'll graduate primed to take the next step in your career.

You cannot apply for the course directly without applying for the role of a trainee EMHP. To learn more about these roles visit www.jobs.nhs.uk.

*QS World University Rankings 2025.

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Course Details

Qualification
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Southampton
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Psychology