Program Overview
👉 Virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET), also known as virtual reality immersion therapy (VRIT), simulation for therapy (SFT), virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET), and computerized CBT (CCBT), is the use of virtual reality technology for psychological or occupational therapy and in affecting virtual rehabilitation. This is a form of exposure therapy that uses technology.
✅ Virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET) uses specially programmed computers, visual immersion devices and artificially created environments to give the patient a simulated experience that can be used to diagnose and treat psychological conditions that cause difficulties for patients. In many environmental phobias, reaction to the perceived hazards, such as heights, speaking in public, flying, close spaces, are usually triggered by visual and auditory stimuli. In VR-based therapies, the virtual world is a means of providing artificial, controlled stimuli in the context of treatment, and with a therapist able to monitor the patient’s reaction.
✅ Virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET) has great promise since it historically produces a “cure” about 90% of the time at about half the cost of traditional cognitive behavior therapy authority, and is especially promising as a treatment for PTSD where there are simply not enough psychologists and psychiatrists to treat all the veterans with anxiety disorders diagnosed as related to their military service.
👨🎓 This online course provides a strong foundation in the theory and practice of Virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET).
Learning Objectives
Virtual Reality foundation
The course learning objectives encompass:
- Exploring Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy (VRET)
- Understanding the hardware employed in VRET
- Addressing individuals with Virtual Reality motion sickness
- Utilizing specialized VRET simulation toolkits in professional contexts
- Equipping oneself for the practical integration of VRET within clinical environments
📚 Who this course is for
This course is developed for all mental healthcare professionals (psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists, physiotherapists), trainees and students who are eager to offer latest alternatives of treatment, relief and cure through Virtual Reality technology.
📚 Knowledge Gained
By the end of this course, Students will have
By the end of this course, participants will have achieved:
- A clear understanding of Virtual Reality and its applications.
- Profound insights into the principles of Exposure Therapy.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the hardware and software employed in Exposure Therapy.
- The ability to effectively administer Exposure Therapy, ensuring a holistic and patient-centered approach.
- Developed proficiency in addressing Virtual Reality motion sickness and related challenges.
- Acquired specialized skills in utilizing VRET simulation toolkits for enhanced professional practice.
⭐ Entry Requirements
No formal educational qualifications are necessary to participate. The course is ideal for both for personal development and professional development. This can include mental health staff in a range of different professions including Nurses, psychologists, GPs, psychiatrists, psychotherapists, counsellors, social workers, occupational therapists, counselling and psychology students. Many people do the course who have no professional background in Psychology but want to do a course in Self Development.
