Program Overview

Compassion Focused Therapy (Level 7, 30 credits)

Overview

This online module offers training in how Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) can be integrated into therapeutic practice. It is delivered by Elaine Beaumont and supported by her best-selling book 'The Compassionate Mind Workbook'.

Course Details

All about the course

This online module will help develop an understanding of the theory, research evidence, and practice of Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). The module will introduce specific CFT interventions, case formulation, and assessment.

What will I be doing?

The module is delivered through a core of weekly, live online sessions involving whole group and small group interaction. These live sessions are supported by a range of additional online resources.

Assessment

• Case study - 15-minute presentation
  • Present a case study (which can be based on previous client work), demonstrating the rationale behind the CFT interventions used (or might theoretically have used) with a client, informed by a CFT formulation.
• Written essay - 3,000 words
  • Submit a case study demonstrating actual or hypothetical CFT theory and practice with a client. This should also critically discuss the research evidence in relation to the interventions used and demonstrate self-reflection and self-practice.

The School of Health and Society

The School of Health and Society is a forward-thinking, dynamic school with a commitment to lifelong learning and real-world impact. Our courses are informed by the latest research, and we work closely with organisations from both the public and private sector to ensure our teaching is at the forefront of practice.

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What about after uni?

This course can be taken as a standalone module for continuing professional development to enhance practice and career options. It can also be taken as part of one of our Master's courses:

• MSc/PgDip/PgCert Advanced Counselling and Psychotherapy Studies
• MSc/PgDip/PgCert Advanced Counselling and Psychotherapy Studies (Supervision)

Career Links

We work with over 100 health and social care organisations, so our links with industry are very strong. These relationships will be of direct benefit to you because our academic team work in practice in some of these organisations at a senior level, so are able to keep you at the forefront of developments in the sector, which in turn help you provide a better service.

Requirements

What you need to know

This module is aimed at counsellors, psychotherapists, CBT therapists, coaches, teachers, educators, and HR practitioners.

Entry Requirements

• Normally 2:2 Hons degree or equivalent is required.
• You must also have evidence of professional membership (BACP/UKCP or equivalent) and you must be currently in practice as a counsellor/psychotherapist.
• You will also need to have a professional qualification in counselling or psychotherapy.

Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)

We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully. The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. The APL process can be used for entry onto courses or to give you exemptions from parts of your course.

Fees

Type of study | Year | Fees

• Full-time home | 2025/26 | £1,530 per year

Additional costs

You should also consider further costs, which may include books, stationery, printing, binding, and general subsistence on trips and visits.