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Level 3
Level 3 Certificate in Applied Psychology
COURSE OVERVIEW
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.The course is one year for the Certificate (equivalent to half an A-level), two years for the Extended Certificate (equivalent to one A Level). The full qualification is equivalent to a full A-level with the same UCAS points attached.
- Fully regulated by OFQUAL.
- Suitable to study alongside other A-level subjects.*
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. The unit is externally assessed through a 1.5 hour exam. Unit 2: Conducting Psychological Research, Learners develop knowledge, understanding and skills in the scientific process and in psychological research methodology through their own psychological research project. This unit is internally assessed through a written report.
*NB Cannot be taken alongside A-level Psychology
FURTHER INFORMATION
You will need a minimum of five GCSEs at 9-4 or A* – C including a grade 4 in Mathematics and English Language.
In order to succeed on this course, students will need:
- Good reading and writing skills
- Confidence in Maths and dealing with data
- An interest in finding out about people: do you like ‘people-watching’;? If you do, you’;d like Psychology.
- An interest in life and people, an enthusiastic attitude to study and learning, and a willingness to work hard.
You will need to develop the ability to:
- Ask questions, evaluate and criticise theories and studies
- Be organised and meet deadlines
- Seek and act on feedback
- Listen carefully to the views of others
With Applied Psychology, many people will go to university to study Psychology or Psychology related subjects: Sports Psychology and Clinical Psychology, for example. It is also a great course for a wide range of other courses as it gives you a strong research and critical thinking skills. Students who study Psychology go on to wide range of psychology and non-psychology related careers, e.g: clinical Psychology, human resources, teaching, medicine, physiotherapy, law, social work and marketing -; to name a few.
Through both externally assessed exams and internally assessed work.
In terms of content, there is a lot of overlap between this course and Psychology A Level. This course in more suited to you if you find linear, exam-based courses more of a challenge. If you feel that you don’;t give your best work in exams, then the L3 Applied Psychology will be a great option for you.
Applied Psychology goes particularly well with lots of different groupings of subjects because it counts as an arts or science subject. It is often studied alongside Biology, Sociology, Criminology, Law, Maths or English. Applied Psychology goes with almost any combination of subjects.