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Level 3 Extended Certificate in Applied Psychology

Course Name 
Pearson BTEC National Certificate Applied Psychology L3Available for Applications (FE)
Course Details
Location Selby College or Wakefield College
Level Level 3
Start Date September
Duration 2 years
Mode of Study Full-time
Awarding Body Pearson
 
Course Overview

Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind. You will be introduced to some basic ideas from different approaches within psychology, for example, cognitive and biological approaches to the understanding of behaviour. You will explore concepts such as gender, aggression and consumer habits. You will learn how to apply psychology to real life situations and conduct your own research.

Please note: Whilst this course sits within our A Level provision and can be taken alongside other A Levels, the qualification you will gain at the end of the programme is a Pearson Level 3 BTEC Extended Certificate, rather than an A Level.

What You Will Study

You will study a variety of areas, including:

  • Psychological Approaches and Applications
  • Conducting research
  • Health Psychology
  • Psychopathology
How You Will Be Assessed

Assessment is a combination of exams and course work.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English Language and Maths.

Further Study

Many of our students progress to study a University degree in Psychology.

Course Groups (W) AS/A Level
Subject Area (W) Social Sciences
Client Group (W) 16-18
Website Ref (W) 59613
Information last amended: 27 September 2024 08:49

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