Cognitive Behavioural and Occupational Therapy Online Course

Understanding and managing Learning Disabilities requires a multidisciplinary approach. This comprehensive course, "Cognitive Behavioural and Occupational Therapy," is designed for individuals who want to understand, support, and work with people experiencing learning difficulties using therapeutic approaches backed by science.

Whether you're a caregiver, healthcare worker, therapist, educator, or simply someone passionate about neurodiversity, this course equips you with in-depth knowledge and practical tools. You’ll learn the core principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Occupational Therapy (OT), and how these disciplines intersect to create holistic strategies for enhancing learning, emotional wellbeing, and functional independence.

Learning Outcomes

• Explain CBT principles and how they support learning disabilities.
• Identify OT strategies to improve life skills and independence.
• Analyse behaviour patterns and implement CBT-based interventions.
• Apply sensory integration techniques through occupational therapy.
• Develop individualised therapeutic plans for diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate effectively with families, schools, and healthcare teams.

Course Link: Cognitive Behavioural and Occupational Therapy

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Introduction to CBT and its evidence-based foundations
• Understanding thoughts, emotions, and behaviours in learning disability
• Identifying and reframing negative thought patterns
• CBT strategies for children and adults with neurodivergent profiles
• Behavioural activation and structured problem-solving
• Creating CBT-informed behaviour intervention plans
• Integrating CBT in educational and home settings
• Case studies and real-world therapy simulations

Module 02: Occupational Therapy (OT)

• Foundations and goals of occupational therapy
• Understanding sensory integration and motor development
• Enhancing functional daily living skills through OT
• Occupational analysis for learning-disabled individuals
• OT interventions for handwriting, organization, and memory
• Environmental modifications and adaptive tools
• OT approaches in educational and community settings
• Collaborating with caregivers and educators

Disclaimer:

This is an online course with pre-recorded lessons. You will get access to the course within 48 hours after your enrolment.