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Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)Diploma Course

What is solution-focused brief therapy? It is a future-focused, therapeutic approach that emphasises client strengths and solutions rather than focusing on problems. This course offers a journey into the world of solution-oriented therapy, equipping you with the skills to guide individuals toward positive change through focused, goal-driven conversations. Master practical techniques like the Miracle Question, scaling, and goal-setting while learning how to use solution-focused brief therapy to foster client-led change.

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Course overview:

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10 Modules

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What Will You Learn?

You’ll begin by exploring the core principles of SFBT, including its origins, key figures, and strengths-based approach. From there, you’ll develop communication skills that foster solution-building conversations and future-focused thinking. Learn how to set SMART goals with clients, uncover their strengths, and apply powerful techniques like the Miracle Question, exception-finding, and scaling to measure progress.

As the course progresses, you will explore what solution-focused brief therapy is used for and how to build strong client-therapist relationships and apply SFBT in real-world settings, such as schools, workplaces, and healthcare environments. You’ll gain practical experience in implementing SFBT techniques and develop the confidence to carry out effective brief therapy sessions.

By the end of the course, you’ll be fully equipped with the knowledge and skills to empower individuals and promote positive change using SFBT principles. With its practical focus and versatile applications, this diploma will enhance your professional practice and personal growth.

By studying this course, you will:

Master core SFBT techniques like the Miracle Question, exception-finding, and scaling.
Develop communication skills to foster solution-focused, future-oriented conversations.
Learn to set SMART goals with clients, uncovering their strengths and resources.
Build strong, collaborative client-therapist relationships.
Apply SFBT in real-world settings, including schools, workplaces, and healthcare environments.
Gain hands-on experience to confidently conduct effective solution-focused brief therapy sessions.

Who Would Benefit from This Course?

This Solution-Focused Brief Therapy training course is ideal for therapists, counsellors, and mental health professionals looking to enhance their therapeutic practice with solution-oriented techniques. It’s also beneficial for educators, healthcare workers, and HR professionals who support individuals through personal or professional challenges.

Additionally, anyone passionate about personal growth, coaching, or helping others navigate life’s challenges will gain valuable skills. Whether for professional development or personal interest, this course offers practical tools for fostering positive change.

Modules

Module 1: History and Development of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy6 Parts

Introduction
Part 1: What is SFBT?
Part 2: Milton Erickson
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 1: Assessment

Module 2: Characteristics and Assumptions of SFBT6 Parts

Part 1: Core Characteristics
Part 2: How SBFT Differs from Problem-Focused Models
Part 3: Early Scepticism
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 2: Assessment

Module 3: The Language of SFBT - Solution-Focused Communication6 Parts

Part 1: Language Techniques
Part 2: Positive, Future-Focused Language
Part 3: Guide Clients Towards Solution-Oriented Thinking
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 3: Assessment

Module 4: SFBT in Comparison with Other Approaches6 Parts

Part 1: SFBT and CBT
Part 2: SFBT and Person-Centred Therapy
Part 3: SFBT and Coaching Practices
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 4: Assessment

Module 5: The Constructivist and Non-Medical Model of SFBT6 Parts

Part 1: The Constructivist Approach
Part 2: SFBT Diagnosis
Part 3: Diagnosis Methods
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 5: Assessment

Module 6: Barriers to SFBT and Overcoming Challenges6 Parts

Part 1: Potential Barriers
Part 2: Strategies for Overcoming Difficulties
Part 3: Navigating Challenges in Various Settings
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 6: Assessment

Module 7: SFBT Step-by-Step - Structure of Therapy5 Parts

Part 1: Key Techniques
Part 2: Session Planning
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 7: Assessment

Module 8: Core Techniques in SFBT6 Parts

Part 1: Contracting Clients
Part 2: Problem-Free Talk
Part 3: Encouraging Progress
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 8: Assessment

Module 9: The Therapeutic Alliance and Non-Specific Factors6 Parts

Part 1: Therapeutic Alliance
Part 2: Creating a Climate for Change
Part 3: Client Progress
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 9: Assessment

Module 10: Practical Applications - A Day in the Life of an SFBT Practitioner7 Parts

Part 1: Working as an SFBT Therapist
Part 2: Ethical Considerations
Part 3: Integrating Other Therapeutic Approaches
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Conclusion
Module 10: Assessment

Accreditations

The Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Diploma Course will take up to 150 hours to complete, working from home. There is no time limit for completing this course; it can be studied in your own time at your own pace.

This is a Level 3 course and will give you 150 CPD (Continued Professional Development) points.

Upon completion of your course assessments, you receive 2 certificates. A certificate from the Centre of Excellence and a CPD certificate displaying the number of CPD points earned from the course.

This course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. Therefore, upon successful completion of this course, learners can also receive a certificate of achievement from Quality Licence Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary, which lists the details of all the units the learner has completed as part of the course. (This certificate is optional and costs an additional £25).

The Quality Licence Scheme is part of the Skills and Education Group, a charitable organisation that unites education and skills-orientated organisations that share similar values and objectives. With more than 100 years of collective experience, the Skills and Education Group’s strategic partnerships create opportunities to inform, influence and represent the wider education and skills sector.

The Skills and Education Group also includes two nationally recognised awarding organisations; Skills and Education Group Awards and Skills and Education Group Access. Through their awarding organisations they have developed a reputation for providing high-quality qualifications and assessments for the education and skills sector. They are committed to helping employers, organisations and learners cultivate the relevant skills for learning, skills for employment, and skills for life.

Their knowledge and experience of working within the awarding sector enables them to work with training providers, through the Quality Licence Scheme, to help them develop high-quality courses and/or training programmes for the non-regulated market.

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