This programme enables mental health practitioners to gain practical knowledge about the foundations, the basic philosophies, history of development and research evidence of Mindfulness-based Psychotherapy and its effectiveness. It integrates the mindfulness paradigm into mental health and explores ways to incorporate mindfulness into therapeutic work for clients with mental health concerns. By learning specific skills in Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy and Mindfulness-based Psychotherapy, it promotes continuous professional development of students to apply this evidence-based intervention appropriately for helping people with different mental health issues. Finally, it allows reflective practice on the benefits and limitations of this approach and ethical concerns and risk management in its application.

The programme aims to introduce students to the professional terms and concepts consistent with the research literature in the science of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). It will also explore how to apply the fundamental core knowledge of autism, principles of ABA, commonly used intervention strategies, and ethics to support the learning of individuals with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. Upon completion of the programme, students may become qualified ABAT if they fulfil the requirements set by the Qualified Applied Behaviour Analysis Credentialing Board (QABA). 

 

On completion of the programme, students should be able to

1. explore the concept of autism spectrum disorder and apply principles of effective work with individuals with autism spectrum disorder;
2. outline continuous data collection techniques such as frequency recording, episodic severity, and duration recording;
3. explain discontinuous data collection techniques, such as momentary time sampling and partial interval recording;
4. summarise how graphs are used in behavioural support;
5. demonstrate implementation of behaviour support, stimuli control, and skill acquisition plans; and
6. demonstrate effective and ethical treatment of individuals with challenging behaviours.

The programme aims to introduce students to the professional terms and concepts consistent with the research literature in Applied Positive Psychology. It will also explore and encourage students to experiment on how to apply the fundamental core knowledge of character strengths, emotional intelligence, and growth mindset to unleash their potentials for personal growth and to facilitate positive relationships with others. Graduates who meet the criteria set by the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA) may be eligible for professional membership in the association (https://ippanetwork.org/membership-overview).

On completion of the programme, students should be able to
 

1. critically analyse the theories and historical underpinnings of applied positive psychology;
2. describe the aims and scope of applied positive psychology;
3. evaluate the concept of character strengths and identify their own character strength; and
4. apply the principles, strategies and skills of applied positive psychology to enhance their mental health well-being.

This programme provides an overview of family therapy, tracing its theoretical development from modernism and post-modernism to the evidence-based era, with an emphasis on practical applications. Students will develop conceptual, perceptual, and executive skills relevant to their chosen specialities. Besides, the techniques from various models applicable to marriage and family therapy will be demonstrated in the programme.

The programme aims to introduce students to Jungian Sandplay Therapy, encompassing its foundational philosophies and theories using/ applying various approaches. Through a combination of experiential learning activities and case studies, students will gain practical skills in facilitating, observing and interpreting the symbolic language of Sandplay. Ethical considerations will also be emphasised.

Upon completion of the programme, students should be able to
 

1. Identify the foundational philosophies and evolution of Sandplay Therapy and the associated approaches in the field;
2. Assess how Sandplay Therapy can effectively address the needs of different populations;
3. conduct basic case conceptualisation in one-on-one role play setting;
4. apply practical skills to facilitate a Sandplay Therapy session; and
5. integrate ethical considerations of Sandplay Therapy into practice.