Intro to Therapeutic Interaction CYP (C8996S)
An Introduction to Therapeutic Interaction with Children and Young People
Module C8996S
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
Students will gain knowledge and skills on strategies and techniques which will prepare them to undertake CBT informed assessments for presenting difficulties and risk screening with children and young people.
Full Module Description
Students will gain knowledge and skills on strategies and techniques which will prepare them to undertake CBT informed assessments for presenting difficulties and risk screening with children and young people.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of and ability to assess, formulate, define problems and set goals with a young person.
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of and ability to engage and build therapeutic alliances with children and young people.
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of and ability to recognise and accurately assess the risk posed by the child or young person to themselves or others.
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of and ability to accurately record individual interviews, group interventions and questionnaire assessments using paper and electronic record keeping.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (1000 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 2 Mon 16:00 | 40.00% |
| Media | Semester 1 Assessment Week 2 Mon 16:00 | 60.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
Mr Peter Garwood
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Mr Tom Bostock
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Ms Nik Mansfield
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Miss Emily Huynh
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Ms Emma Casson
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