Psychological therapies for patients with pain
Who should attend this course?
The Psychological therapies course is suitable for health professionals who wish to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Mindfulness in the treatment and management of patients with pain.
It is particularly relevant for GPs, physiotherapists, chiropractors, occupational therapists, osteopaths, sports therapists and nurses.
Course content
The Psychological therapies for patients with pain course will introduce the principles of motivational interviewing, CBT and mindfulness to inform its role in the practice and management of patients with persistent pain. The course includes opportunities to try out a range of techniques in a supportive environment.
Assessment
You can select to gain credits for this course by taking an assessment. If you choose to take the assessment you must be a qualified health professional with a degree or professional equivalent.
Why choose this course?
How to apply
Apply for the Psychological therapies for patients with pain course
Course fees
Contact us for international student fees
Contract funding for NHS staff
The University is contracted by the NHS to provide post-registration education/CPD and training for its health professionals. If you are an NHS employee contact the senior manager responsible for post-registration education/CPD in your Trust to check if the course you wish to attend can be supported by the Trust’s contract with our University
Study routes
- Part Time