A Nurse’s Guide to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Pediatric Patients
Contact Hours: 3
What's included?
Course Overview
This course is designed to equip nurses with skills and knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques. It helps nurses recognize negative thought patterns, teach coping skills, and support children and teens in managing anxiety, depression, and emotional distress. This structured approach ensures that nurses gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills to integrate CBT techniques into daily practice, ultimately helping children and adolescents develop healthier thinking patterns and emotional resilience.
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Is CBT within the Nursing Scope of Practice?
- Overview of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Common Mental Health Challenges in Children and Adolescents
- Applying the Stages of Development: Physiological and Psychosocial Stages
- Theories on Cognitive Development
- Core CBT Techniques for Nurses
- Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy (CBPT)
- Communication Techniques for Effective CBT-Based Interactions
- Cultural and Ethical Considerations
- Cultural Considerations
- Conclusion
Course Outcomes
After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:
- Describe the core principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and how they apply to children.
- Understand how developmental stages influence children’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
- Implement CBT strategies like psychoeducation, thought reframing, and relaxation techniques.
- Discuss the role of the nurse in CBT interventions and therapy.
- Recognize how cultural competence and humility are essential in advocacy for children and adolescents.
Accreditations and Approvals
- American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (P0614)
- California Board of Registered Nursing (CEP 17418)
- Kentucky Board of Nursing (7-0090)
- Louisiana State Board of Nursing (58)
- Florida Board of Nursing (50-23983)
- Delaware Board of Nursing (DE-24-010127)
- Alabama Board of Nursing (#ABNP1577)
- Iowa Board of Nursing (#393)
- Kansas Board of Nursing (LT0340-0325)
Approved by the Board of Nursing in every state, you can complete your RN, LVN, and APRN CEUs with confidence.
Accreditation Statement
Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
It will take the average learner 180 minutes to complete and awards 3 contact hours of continuing education.
Written For
- Registered Nurses (RN)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
- Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)
Requirements for Completion
- Enrollment in the course by the learner
- Read and learn all course materials
- Complete the course evaluation
- Attest and testify learning of the course materials
Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships
Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
