Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Diabetes (Module 1)

Program Overview

This 7-week online program provides practical training in diabetes-specific cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). The program includes online teaching, live sessions, and assessments, and is led by experienced instructors in the field. It is designed for professionals and students in medicine and life sciences, particularly those working in diabetes care.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Diabetes (Module 1)

is a 7-week online course offering practical training in diabetes-specific cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).

• Develop basic CBT skills, including formulating a five-area analysis of diabetes-specific problems (diabetes distress).

Program Description:

This intensive online program includes:

• 6 weeks of online teaching: Delivered through the Keats platform, allowing flexibility in your schedule.
• Variety of learning materials: Videos, audio files, and written information.
• Weekly live sessions: Wednesdays 12:00 – 13:30pm (GMT) for practicing CBT skills and discussing evidence-based applications.

Outline:

Module Content:

• Introduction to CBT and its application to diabetes
• Basic CBT skills and five-area formulation for understanding diabetes distress
• CBT for diabetes-specific problems:
• Fear of hypoglycemia
• Fear of insulin-induced weight gain

Module Structure:

• 6 online 90-minute webinars on Wednesdays from January 17th, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM GMT.
• Practice CBT skills through guided discovery.

Assessment:

• Two assessments: Both 50% of the overall grade.
• Multiple choice exam: Online, 7th November at 3:15 PM, 1 hour duration, 40 questions covering key knowledge.
• 1000-word assignment: Letter to a patient with a brief formulation and treatment plan.
Deadline provided by the course lead.

Teaching:

• Online delivery: Flexibility to fit study around personal and professional commitments.
• Lead Instructors:
• Dr. Amy Harrison, Associate Professor
• Professor Khalida Ismail, Professor of Psychiatry & Medicine

Careers:

This program is primarily aimed at professionals and students in medicine and life sciences, particularly those working in diabetes care. It equips healthcare professionals with CBT skills to enhance their support for people living with diabetes.

Other:

• This is the first of its kind online module offering practical CBT training for diabetes management.
• Participants can earn 15 credits towards a potential Post Graduate Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Diabetes.

Full fee £1245 International Fee £2910