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Access to HE Psychology Course Online – Learning Curve

CostPlease contact provider - This course is eligible for funding via an Advanced Learner Loan. Getting a loan doesnt depend on your income and there are no credit checks. Advanced Learner Loans dont get repaid until you earn over 27,295 per year.
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyAim Awards awarding body
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About this course

Access to HE Diploma (Psychology). Study online at your own pace, completing the course over 12 months.

You'll need a Level 2 Maths and English qualification, such as a GCSE or equivalent, to enrol. As part of the enrolment process, you'll complete a telephone interview and a written assessment. The course covers child development, cognitive psychology, forensic psychology, the brain and nervous system, personality, stress, and psychopathology. It also builds academic skills you'll need at university, including essay writing and research techniques.

You'll finish with an AIM Qualifications Access to HE Diploma in Psychology.

Who this course is for

Access courses are designed for people who have been out of education for some time - so they're the perfect option if you left school without the qualifications you'd need to go straight to university. They provide you with a good level of knowledge and skills so that you feel prepared to start a degree. Whether you're a career changer, have been out of employment and education for some time, or you're looking to pursue a subject you're passionate about - an Access to HE course could be the right option for you. This course is specifically designed to put you on the pathway to study a degree in Psychology and other related degrees such as Criminology. Through this course, develop essential study skills while exploring key areas of psychology, from cognitive and social development to personality, stress, and criminal behaviour.

Entry requirements

You will need a Level 2 Maths and English qualification (GCSE or equivalent) - copies of your certificates will be requested as part of the enrolment process. If you don't have your Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English, we can support you through Functional Skills qualifications. As part of our enrolment process, you will need to complete a telephone interview and a written assessment which will ensure that the course is the right level for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll study cognitive psychology and how the mind processes information.
  • You'll explore child development and early social development.
  • You'll learn about the brain, nervous system, and how they influence behaviour.
  • You'll examine personality, stress, and treatment approaches.
  • You'll study psychopathology and mental health conditions.
  • You'll cover forensic psychology and the psychology of crime and deviance.
  • You'll develop academic study skills, including writing assignments and preparing for university interviews.

How you will learn

You study entirely online, working through units at your own pace. Learning is structured around written assignments and assessments that build toward your final Diploma. You'll complete a telephone interview and a written assessment during enrolment to confirm the course is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a laptop with full internet access. You'll also need copies of your Level 2 Maths and English certificates ready for the enrolment process. Learning Curve will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Psychology assistant, supports qualified psychologists in research or clinical settings.
  • Mental health support worker, assists people experiencing mental health difficulties.
  • Probation services officer, works with offenders in the criminal justice system.
  • Counselling support worker, provides early-stage support under a qualified counsellor.
  • Social care worker, supports vulnerable adults or children in community settings.
  • Research assistant, assists with data collection and analysis in academic or applied settings.

What you could study next

  • Psychology degree (BSc or BA), the direct next step after this access to he psychology qualification, leading to graduate-level roles in clinical, forensic, or educational psychology.
  • Criminology degree, for those drawn to the forensic psychology and crime units.
  • Counselling or Psychotherapy degree, building on the therapeutic and developmental content covered in this course.
  • A Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Counselling, for a faster route into counselling practice.
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