Module Overview

EMDR is an evidence-based psychological treatment that has been recommended in the NICE guidelines (2005) as one of the treatments of choice for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. EMDR is a complex intervention which integrates many successful elements of a range of psychological treatment approaches. Although it is a modern treatment with proven effectiveness there is increasing evidence of its potential utilisation with a wide range of psychological problems. This university-based EMDR training is targeted towards experienced mental health workers so as to enable practitioners to effectively incorporate their practice of EMDR within their existing psychotherapeutic modalities to a defined standard as set by both EMDR Europe and the EMDR International Association. This double module therefore encompasses the present EMDR Institute and EMDR Europe approved trainings Parts 1, 2 & 3/levels 1 & 2.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this double module, participants will have had the opportunity to:

• Analyse the historical origins of EMDR
• Utilise EMDR as a form of psychological therapy within the context of evidence-based practice
• Critically assess the medico-legal and ethical dimensions to EMDR
• Demonstrate critical awareness as to its cautions, contra-indications and effective safeguards to treatment
• Make effective use of ongoing supervision and case consultation
• Demonstrate they have developed and acquired supervised practicum experience in the utilisation of the EMDR protocol and method
• Give appropriate professional consideration t the clinical application of EMDR with various client groups

Credits

40 credits

Module Attendance Required

100 hours contact, 300 hours independent study = 400 hours (100 hours includes didactic elements, practicum sessions and Case Consultation/Clinical Supervision)

Module Dates

2011/12 dates

• Part 1 - 24, 25 & 26 September 2012
• Part 2 - 12, 13 & 14 November 2011
• Part 3 - 16, 17 & 18 January 2013
• Part 4 - 28 February & 1 March 2013
• EMDR Clinical Supervision Day - 18 April 2013
• EMDR Clinical Supervision Day - 23 May 2013 
• EMDR Viva Assessment Day - 14 June 2013

Assessment

Viva Voce Examination (End) (100% marks). This will involve the presentation of a clinical case demonstrating adherence to each of the eight stages of the EMDR Protocol.

Academics involved in the delivery of this module

Dr Derek Farrell

Fees

The Home/EU module fee for 2011/12 is £1584, the overseas fee is £3290. Fees include teaching and learning and EMDR clinical supervision. Please note these fees are subject to change in subsequent academic years.

Entry Requirements

EMDR Europe Eligibility Criteria Prerequisites for undertaking training.

A clinical background is a pre-requisite for the effective application of EMDR treatment. Please see below for details:

• Attendance is limited to mental health professionals who are qualified or certified to provide treatment in the mental health field
• This includes all the core professions of psychiatry, psychology, mental health nursing, occupational therapy and social work (with mental health training)
• General Family Practitioners (GPs) are eligible if they have completed counselling or psychotherapy training
• Psychotherapists and Counsellors need to be accredited or approved with either UKCP or BACP

The supporting documentation you will need to provide are:

• Copy of your degree certificate (certified and translated into English if appropriate)
• Transcripts of your degrees so far (certified and translated into English if appropriate). You can obtain evidence of the equivalence of your qualifications to the UK educational system of awards through NARIC: http://www.naric.org.uk/home.htm
• Evidence of current registration with the appropriate professional body (e.g. GMC, BPS or HPC, NMC, BAOT, BASW, UKCP or BACP)
• Evidence of two years full-time equivalent post qualification relevant work experience
• If your core profession is not primarily related to mental health (GPs, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, etc.) you must provide evidence of counselling or psychotherapy training
• A written employer statement detailing your work environment and confirming that you work with an appropriate client group
• Two academic or employer references in support of your application and professional and practical capabilities

How to apply

For further details or to apply please contact the Programme Administrator:

Telephone: +44 (0)121 414 3126

Email: np-pgadmissions@contacts.bham.ac.uk

Please send all applications and supporting documentation to: