Is the Postgraduate Diploma in CBT Suitable for you?
The programme is aimed at health care professionals from a variety of backgrounds including psychiatry, clinical psychology, occupational therapy, social work, nursing, primary care and the third sector.
For entry on to the Certificate course we require that candidates either have a Core Profession in mental health, or demonstrate they have other mental health training and/or experience by completing a KSA portfolio. In addition, we look for a minimum of at least 12 months clinical experience in a core profession, or non-core equivalent.
Applicants who have not undertaken any individual clinical work, or equivalent, will be advised to gain experience of this for at least a year before taking part in the programme.
Prosepective applicants currently employed by NHS Scotland, please contact your health boards Psychological Therapies Training Coordinator (PTTC) regarding your intention to join our programme, before submitting an application.
Postgraduate Certificate in CBT
A part-time Postgraduate Certificate in CBT will commence in January 2026.
Download Application Form for PG Certificate
Postgraduate Diploma in CBT
A part-time Pg Diploma will commence in March 2026 for those who have already completed our PG Certificate (or equivalent BABCP Level 1 training in CBT).
Download Application Form for PG Diploma
Postgraduate Masters in CBT
Prospective Masters trainees should contact the Course Administrator at Loth.SoSCBTProgramme@nhs.scot for information on how to apply.
