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An investigation of the competencies involved in the facilitation of CBT-based group psychoeducational interventions
Louise A Noble1, Nick Firth2, Jaime Delgadillo3
1Department of Psychology, University of Sheffield, Cathedral Court, 1 Vicar Lane, SheffieldS1 2LT, UK.
Background:
Whilst the delivery of low-intensity group psychoeducation is a key feature of the early steps of the Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) programme, there is little consensus regarding the skills and competencies demanded.
Aims:
To identify the competencies involved in facilitating CBT-based group psychoeducation in order to inform future measure development.
Method:
A Delphi study in which participants (n = 36) were relevant IAPT stakeholders and then an expert panel (n = 8) review of the competencies identified within the Delphi study to create a shortened, more practical list of competencies.
Results:
After three consultation rounds, consensus was reached on 36 competencies. These competencies were assigned to four main categories: group set-up, content, process and closure. A further expert review produced a shortened 16-item set of psychoeducation group facilitation competencies.
Conclusions:
The current study has produced a promising framework for assessing facilitator competency in delivering CBT-based group psychoeducational interventions. Weaknesses in the Delphi approach are noted and directions for future measure development research are identified.
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