Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Analyse a situation (individually or collectively) in reference to relevant theories and methodological approaches within psychology.
• Master and appropriately mobilise knowledge and methodological approaches to understand and explain the normal/atypical/pathological functioning of individuals, groups or organisations.
• Analyse and model a situation (individually or collectively) by critically selecting theories and methodological approaches.
• Justifiably choose an intervention and implement and evaluate it.
• Master knowledge on interventions to improve a given situation (individually or collectively), as well as implement them.
• Implement intervention with reference to theoretical models of intervention, taking into account the constraints and resources in the situation encountered.
• Appropriately apply different types of intervention.
• Evaluate the intervention.
• Communicate and exchange information in a structured and adapted way to the intended purpose and relevant public.
• Present and structure data in a clear, precise, neutral, and non-oriented way.
• Work effectively with different actors as part of a team or a network of professionals.
• Implement the most effective ways of collaboration in a given situation.
• Identify professional networks interact and collaborate with them, and research external expertise if necessary.
• Act ethically and professionally.
• Refer to ethical principles to define the framework of their professional practice.
• Act in compliance with specific legislative frameworks and the code of conduct of Belgian psychologists.
• Adopt professional attitudes (think critically, avoid prejudices, respect professional confidentiality, etc.).
• If necessary, appeal to peers or other professionals of other disciplines or expertise.
• Assess and pursue professional and personal development.
• Monitor knowledge and methodological approaches in order to evolve their thinking and practice.
• Analyse their personal functioning and adapt their professional attitudes. Effectively manage their emotions.
• Continue to train and improve their skills.
• Master scientific research methods in psychology.
• Appropriately apply different methods of scientific approaches.

Learning Outcomes of UE

Upon completion of this course, the students will have acquired a general view of the theories, principles and basic techniques of the behavioral and cognitive therapies, more particularly with regard to the treatment of the anxious disorders. They will be able to carry out an evaluation and a basic functional analysis of the clinical cases presenting anxious problems. They will also know the indications of these therapies.

Content of UE

Case conceptualization from a cognitive-behavioral perpective; the psychotherapeutic process in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT);  behavioral assessment and functional analysis; strategies and techniques of intervention; indications of the CBT

Prior Experience

The students must have acquired the basic concepts on the learning theories (classical conditioning , operant conditioning, social learning theory)

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

• Written examination

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

Multiple-choice questionnaire + analysis of a clinical case

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Written examination

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

Multiple-choice questionnaire + analysis of a clinical case

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

• Written examination

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Multiple-choice questionnaire + analysis of a clinical case