Psychology

Course summary

Applied Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour, the course applies the theories of multiple different approaches to explain human behaviour. Psychology is a research-based subject that uses evidence to support theories of human behaviour. The course will provide students with research, analytical and critical thinking skills that are important for students that are wanting to progress on to University. The course is ideal if you have an interest in explaining why people behave the way they do, how aggressive behaviours and gender is formed, an explaining of health in relation to psychology and how mental disorders develop and how they are treated. Topics The National Certificate covers two mandatory units: - Applications of Psychological Approaches - Conducting Psychological Research The National Extended Certificate will also include a further mandatory unit, Health Psychology. Additionally, a further unit which will be chosen from: - Criminal and Forensic Psychology - Principles of Children’s Psychological Development - Psychopathology and Treatment - Applied Sports Psychology This will allow you to choose a specific specialist area in which you wish to develop your knowledge and skills.