Knowledge of the basic principles and rationale

Knowledge of developmental theory An ability to draw on knowledge of the developmental factors that shape an individual’s experience of themselves and others (i.e. the importance of early relationships/attachments). An ability to draw on knowledge of the different types of personality organisations (i.e. neurotic, borderline, psychotic) An ability to draw on knowledge of the operation of defences throughout development An ability to draw on knowledge of developmental psychopathology