CTA Written Examination Preparation Course

What Will You Learn?

Our eight-day course, spread over seven months, supports your reflection and the writing group process. Key topics include:

• Core Competencies: EATA / ITAA Core Competencies.
• Deep Dive into CTA Sections: Understanding all four sections of the CTA and their marking criteria.
• Effective Writing Techniques: Writing reflectively, purposefully, and with your audience in mind.
• Clinical Material Selection: Choosing appropriate clinical material and transcripts.
• Professional and Personal Portrayal: The style of your professional portrayal in Section A and the style and personal portrayal in Section B.
• Case Study Selection: How to choose a Case Study client for Section C.
• Section C Subsections: Understanding the subsections of Section C, including Differential Diagnosis.
• Essay Selection for Section D: Choosing essays for Section D and how to answer the Section D essay questions.
• Research Principles: The principles of research and how to tackle the mandatory research question.
• Overcoming Writing Challenges: Strategies to tackle writer’s block and procrastination.
• Presentation Skills: Presenting your work, including figures and diagrams.
• Efficient Literature Use: Effective referencing and academic writing conventions.

What Can You Expect?

By participating in this course, you will benefit from the support of a small, collaborative group. You’ll meet the necessary deadlines to complete each part of the written exam, aiming to finish the first draft of your CTA written exam by the end.

Why Should You Attend?

This course is ideal for those preparing for the CTA written exam in psychotherapy, and it’s also beneficial for exams in other TA fields. It's especially helpful if you:

• - Have recently completed or are close to completing your formal training.
• - Finished your formal training some time ago and want to complete your qualification.
• - Value the collaboration and support of tutors and peers to successfully complete your final CTA examination.

Ready to take the next step? Apply using our application form and join us at Connexus for this transformative and supportive course. We’ll invite you for a short interview, either in person or online, to discuss your readiness to qualify as a CTA and UKCP Registered Psychotherapist.