Programme Specification
PgCert Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy
Academic Year 2024/25
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| Programme Title | PgCert Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Postgraduate Certificate | |||||||||||
| Programme Code | NAM-PC-EMD | UCAS Code | HECoS Code |
100254 - Psychotherapy - 100 |
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| ATAS Clearance Required | No | |||||||||||||
| Mode of Study | Part Time | |||||||||||||
| Type of Programme | Postgraduate | Length of Programme |
Part Time - 1 Academic Year |
Total Credits for Programme | 60 | |||||||||
| Exit Awards available | No | |||||||||||||
Institute Information
Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
School/Department |
Nursing & Midwifery |
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Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 7 |
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Subject Benchmark Statements The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies |
Nursing (2009) |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
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No accreditations (PSRB) found. | |
Regulation Information
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Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations |
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Programme Specific Regulations The pass mark for all taught modules is 50%. |
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Students with protected characteristics No impediments to applicants for this programme. |
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Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) Yes |
Educational Aims Of Programme
The overall aim of the Postgraduate Certificate in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy is to enable students to develop their knowledge, skills and values to become effective Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) practitioners who fully recognise the impact of trauma on the person.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Critically evaluate the effectiveness of EMDR for the person who has experiences trauma. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lecture/ group discussions/ practicums and supervision of practice. Methods of Assessment Summative assignment and formative feedback and feedforward. |
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Critically debate the use of clinical supervision and continuing professional development, demonstrating a critical appreciation of the need to continue to advance knowledge and understanding of common mental health disorders in order to develop new skills and develop confidence in the use of EMDR in clinical practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lecture/ group discussions/ practicums and supervision of practice. Methods of Assessment Summative assignment and formative feedback and feedforward. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Interpret a comprehensive trauma assessment of the person which is informed by the AIP model and devise an appropriate plan of care underpinned by the AIP model. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lecture/ group discussions/ practicums and supervision of practice Methods of Assessment Summative assignment and formative feedback and feedforward. |
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Devise an appropriate plan of care underpinned by the AIP model. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lecture/ group discussions/ practicums and supervision of practice Methods of Assessment Summative assignment and formative feedback and feedforward. |
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Seek objective and subjective feedback from clients during EMDR and revise/ modify/ continue as needed. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lecture/ group discussions/ practicums and supervision of practice Methods of Assessment Summative assignment and formative feedback and feedforward. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate skills of critical thinking, applied reflection and analytical and interpretative skills. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lecture/ group discussions/ practicums and supervision of practice Methods of Assessment Summative assignment and formative feedback and feedforward. |
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Creatively assess client needs, review the therapeutic process, and work creatively within the standard eight phase EMDR protocol as necessary. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lecture/ group discussions/ practicums and supervision of practice Methods of Assessment Summative assignment and formative feedback and feedforward. |
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Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of outcome measurement in treatment. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lecture/ group discussions/ practicums and supervision of practice Methods of Assessment Summative assignment and formative feedback and feedforward. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Integrate the AIP model and the trauma focus into all of their clinical practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lecture/ group discussions/ practicums and supervision of practice Methods of Assessment Summative assignment and formative feedback and feedforward. |
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Critical think skills to aid professional practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lecture/ group discussions/ practicums and supervision of practice Methods of Assessment Summative assignment and formative feedback and feedforward. |
Module Information
Stages and Modules
| Module Title | Module Code | Level/ stage | Credits | Availability |
Duration | Pre-requisite | Assessment |
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| S1 | S2 | Core | Option | Coursework % | Practical % | Examination % | ||||||
| Enhancing Knowledge and Skills: Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR 2) | HSN7080 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Introduction to Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR 1) | HSN7079 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy – Supervision and Development of Professional | HSN7093 | 7 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
Notes
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