Purpose: In this study, we investigated the effects of training on knowledge acquisition and core competencies in cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT).
Design and methods: Forty-three students attended 15 half-day, weekly sessions and were tested with the Cognitive Therapy Awareness Scale (CTAS) at weeks 1 and 15 in a before and after study. The students' case studies were assessed with competency items 7-12 on the Cognitive Rating Scale-Revised (CTS-R).
Findings: Improvements in the CTAS were modest. Key competencies on the CTS-R subscales at week 15 were also observed.
Practice implications: CBT knowledge acquisition might improve patients' outcomes through impact on competencies.
Keywords: Case study; cognitive and behavioral therapy; competency; education; training.
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