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Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Haywards Heath

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Haywards Heath. Classes run at Haywards Heath College, part-time during the day over two years.

You'll explore what shapes the way people think and behave. Topics include psychological approaches, social and cognitive theories, and research methods. You'll also look at how psychology applies to real settings, from mental health to criminal behaviour. The course is equivalent to one A Level.

You'll need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Certificate in Applied Psychology.

Who this course is for

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Entry requirements

You need a minimum of five GCSEs at 9 4 including grade 4 in English Language and Maths. br / br / In order to succeed on this course students will need: br / Good reading and writing skills br / Confidence in maths and dealing with data br / An interest in finding out about people: do you like 'people watching'? If you do you'd like Psychology. br / An interest in life and people an enthusiastic attitude to study and learning and a willingness to work hard. br / div /div

What you will learn

  • You'll explore key psychological approaches, including social and cognitive theories.
  • You'll study how psychology explains human behaviour and mental processes.
  • You'll learn how to carry out psychological research and work with data.
  • You'll examine how psychology is applied in health, criminal justice, and social care settings.
  • You'll develop skills in reading, analysing, and evaluating psychological evidence.
  • You'll build an understanding of ethical issues in psychology.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Haywards Heath College. The BTEC format uses a mix of assignments, projects, and unit assessments rather than final exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years. Some units may include external assessment set by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Haywards Heath College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker, assists people with mental health or learning needs in care settings.
  • Healthcare assistant, supports clinical staff in hospitals or community health teams.
  • Youth worker, works with young people in schools, charities, or local authorities.
  • Teaching assistant, supports pupils with learning and behavioural needs in schools.
  • Psychology research assistant, helps gather and process data for research projects.
  • Probation services officer, works with offenders in the criminal justice system.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied Psychology, a larger qualification that strengthens your university application.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma (Psychology), a one-year course designed for adults applying to university.
  • BSc Psychology degree, the main route to becoming a chartered psychologist or working in clinical, forensic, or occupational psychology.
  • Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma, useful if you want to move into care or support work.
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