Psychology Level 3

Course code: OSC1019

Psychology is the study of the mind and how it influences human thought and behaviour.

Psychology is a truly fascinating subject which investigates human behaviour at the levels of the individual and wider society.
No prior knowledge of psychology is required, which makes this level 3 course perfect for anybody with a new interest in this field.
Explore different human responses, the nature of sensation and perception, memory processes and much more.

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All course materials will be delivered to you by post or email, so it couldn’t be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way by email.

You can work at your own pace. Completed coursework can be delivered by post or via email, so handing in an assignment is simple.

This course is approved by the ACCPH (Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists), at the end of this course students will be able to join and become a member of the ACCPH. The ACCPH is an independent self-regulated professional body for counsellors, psychotherapists and hypnotherapists.

Course Duration

Up to one year.

Study Hours

Approximately 80 hours.

Course Outcome

You will receive a Certificate of Achievement from ABC Awards and Certa Awards and a Learner Unit Summary.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

Assessment

Tutor-marked assessments.

Unit 1

Defining Psychology

Introduction
Psychology practice and approaches
Behaviourism
Classification of psychology

Unit 2

Research Methods in Psychology

Qualitative or quantitative
Ethical considerations
Experimental and non-experimental methods
Analysing and presenting data

Unit 3

Psychological Abnormality

The Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders
Schizophrenia
Depression
Personality disorders

Unit 4

Behaviour and Experience

The central nervous system
Sensory processes
Addictive behaviour
Drug addiction
Alcohol addiction
Smoking addiction
Motivation

Unit 5

Cognitive Psychology

Perception
Attention
Language acquisition
Memory
Development of the shelf

Unit 6

Social Psychology

Conformity
Groups and group behaviour
Altruism
Pro-social and anti-social behaviour
Aggression

Assessment

This course is assessed by written assignments, which are submitted to your tutor. There is no external examination required.

Course Duration

You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies. We suggest that the course will take approximately 80 hours to complete. This is more than enough time to give you flexibility and work at your own pace without the pressure of deadlines.

Study Method

You will study this course by distance learning, which will enable you to learn when and where you want. You can study from home or at work; it is completely up to you. All your materials will be posted or emailed to you, so receiving your course is easy and hassle-free. You will also receive tutor support by email, so help is only a click away!

Course Outcomes

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from ABC Awards and Certa Awards and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).

Awarding Body

This course has been endorsed by ABC Awards and Certa Awards for its high-quality. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. We will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education.

For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the ABC Awards and Certa Awards website.
This course has been benchmarked at level 3 against level descriptors published by Ofqual, to indicate the depth of knowledge and understanding that you would expect at this level.

What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.

What is included in the cost of my course?

Dedicated personal tutor support
Dedicated student support
Assignment marking and feedback
FREE XO Student Discounts card
FREE CV critique service
FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers
Comprehensive study guide*
Open Study College pen and highlighter*
Student study planner*
Student notebook*
Document wallet*

* Not included with the online study option

Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price!

What happens if I lose my course pack?

It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.

What if I still have questions?

That's not a problem. We want to make sure you’re 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our Student Adviser Team a call on 03300 563 100 and they’ll do their best to help.