Program Overview

Therapeutic Approaches in Specialist Practice

Key Facts

• Level: Postgraduate (PG)
• Duration: 1 semester part time
• Starting: October
• Fees UK 25/26: £945 per 20 credits
• Location: Waterside

Overview

This 20 credit, Level 7 module promotes the effective development and use of several therapeutic approaches, interventions and skills with an emphasis on the development of the therapeutic relationship. Therapeutic approaches and interventions introduced on this module include: CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness and Self-Care & Compassion. Students will have the opportunity to practice these skills, using scenarios, and reflect on their development whilst supporting the transference of skills to enhance professional practice.

Highlights

• Introduction of a number of therapeutic approaches and interventions.
• Exploration of the therapeutic relationship, including the essential key components.
• Exploration of the importance of self-compassion when working therapeutically with clients/patients.
• Complete as a standalone module or as part of the PGDip Specialist Community Public Health Nursing.

Entry Requirements

• Applicants must hold a first class Nursing degree.

Course Content

• This course consists of 6 face-to-face study days at our Waterside Campus where you will have the opportunity to practice and develop your new skills and knowledge.

FAQs

• Who can I contact for more information? For further information about the content of this module, please contact the Module Leader, Claire Poole.
• How will I be assessed? The assessment for this module is based on the students knowledge and application of what they have learnt in the form of a simulation exercise and justification discussion.

Fees and Funding

• 2025/26 Tuition Fees Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 25/26 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
  • Part time UK Fees: £945
• 2024/25 Tuition Fees Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 24/25 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
  • Part time UK Fees: £920

Staff

• Senior Lecturer/ Practitioner Faculty of Health, Education and Society
  • Claire Poole

Related Courses

• Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) PGDip The course prepares you to become a proficient practitioner within specialist community public health nursing/practice.