Course Details
The aim of this programme is to enhance student's knowledge of psychology to give students an advanced understanding of the principles and practice of psychology. Students must have completed a FETAC Level 5 in Psychology or equivalent in order to commence the programme. Students receive a course manual, assignments and studyguide, plus tutor support. The course documentation for this NCFE accredited course is detailed and easy to read.
Your Tutor will support you throughout the duration of the course. You complete the course by undertaking activities and assignments. You will receive the course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support. Our student support team are also available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your course. You can be assured that unlimited support is available for your course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies.
Topics Covered in this Course
Module 1 - Perspectives on Psychology
- What is Psychology? The Biological approach. Behaviourist and Cognitive approaches. Person-centred approaches. Methods and debate in Psychology.
Module 2 - Social Psychology
- Attitudes. Social Influence. Obedience. Social Cognition. Applied Social Psychology.
Module 3 - Cognitive Psychology
- Perception. Attention. Remembering. Forgetting. Language. Thinking. Problem Solving.
Module 4 - Child Development
- Issues in Child Development. Cognitive Development. Development in language and communication. Social Perception. Moral Development.
Module 5 - Psychology and Atypical Behaviour
- Definition and diagnosis of atypical behaviour. Treatments of atypical behaviour. Emotional disorders.
Module 6 - Research Methods
- Research Methods. Research Issues. Data Analysis.
Who should complete this course?
- HR Specialists and those responsible for managing people.
- People in Marketing or Communications careers who wish to gain a greater understanding of the human psyche.
- People who work in occupations such as Counsellors, Teachers and Team coaches.
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites
- You must have completed a Level 3 UK or an Irish Level 5 certificate in Psychology or an equivalent..
Assessment
- This course is assessed through a series of tutor marked assignments. There is no exam with this course.
At the end of this course, successful learners will receive a level 4 NCFE Award certificate in Advanced Psychology. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 4 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. A UK Award at level 4 is at an equivalent level to a FETAC Level 6 Award. |
