Applied Psychology
BTEC Level 3 Certificate/Subsidiary Diploma
When do I start studying for this qualification? September 2020. For how long will I study? One year for the certificate, two years for the extended certificate. What is this course about? This course will give you an introduction to the psychology sector through applied learning: you will learn about theories of psychology, what makes us think and behave the way we do, and how we can research this.
and in psychological research methodology through their own psychological research project. This unit is internally assessed through a written report. Year Two: Unit 3: Health Psychology - Learners explore psychological approaches, theories and studies related to lifestyle choices, unhealthy behaviours and behavioural change, including stress, addiction and how to deal with these. This unit is externally assessed through a 2 hour exam.
What topics will I study? Year 1: Unit 1: Psychological Approaches and Applications: Learners will explore four key approaches in psychology – social, cognitive, learning and biological – and apply these approaches to issues relevant to contemporary society including aggression, business and gender identity. This unit is externally assessed through a 1.5 hour exam.
Unit 4/5/6/7: Optional Unit from: Criminal and Forensic Psychology Promoting Children’s Psychology Development Introduction to Psychopathology. Applied Sport Psychology This unit is internally assessed through a written report
Unit 2: Conducting Psychological Research Learners develop knowledge, understanding and skills in the scientific process
Are there any specific entry requirements? You will need a minimum of five GCSEs at 9-4 or A*-C including a
How will my work be assessed? Through both externally assessed exams and internally assessed work.