Postgraduate Diploma in Psychotherapy

The Psychotherapists programme at the Department of Psychology (with the official name of "Postgraduate Diploma in Psychotherapy") is a three year education programme of half-time studies to become a professional and independent psychotherapist in a complex clinical reality.

This is a specialized additional training programme in psychotherapy offered exclusively to those who already practise within a psychotherapeutic context.

You choose one of four different orientations on this programme. The programme is taught in Swedish only, so please refer to the Swedish pages for more information.

Psychodynamic Therapy (in Swedish)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (in Swedish)

PDT - Specialist in clinical psychology (in Swedish)

CBT - Specialist in clinical psychology (in Swedish)

FAQ

Can I study this programme in English?

The programme is offered exclusively in Swedish and you have to fulfill the requirements of language proficiency before applying.

How do I gain a license to practise in Sweden if I have foreign credentials?

Licenses to practise in Sweden are applied for and granted by the National Board of Health and Welfare (Socialstyrelsen). They are also in charge of assessing your credentials.

Can I be admitted without a workplace where I can practise during the programme?

No, you have to have a workplace that allows you to practise psycotherapeutic work during the entirety of the 3-year programme.








You cannot apply for this programme directly, but need to apply to one of the four orientations, see the links above.

Additional eligibility criteria



FAQ

Can I study this programme in English?

The programme is offered exclusively in Swedish and you have to fulfill the requirements of language proficiency before applying.

How do I gain a license to practise in Sweden if I have foreign credentials?

Licenses to practise in Sweden are applied for and granted by the National Board of Health and Welfare (Socialstyrelsen). They are also in charge of assessing your credentials.

Can I be admitted without a workplace where I can practise during the programme?

No, you have to have a workplace that allows you to practise psycotherapeutic work during the entirety of the 3-year programme.







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