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Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Helston

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Helston. Classes run at Helston Community College, full-time over two years. The course is free for 16 to 18 year olds who are UK residents.

You'll study why people think, feel, and behave the way they do. Topics include memory, stress, psychological disorders, and social behaviour such as obedience and conformity. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC applied psychology qualification is assessed through a mix of coursework and external exams. It's worth studying Core Maths alongside this course if you can.

You'll need at least four GCSE grade 4s to apply. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Psychology.

Who this course is for

If you enjoy thinking about why people behave in the way that they do or if you want to understand yourself better, then this course will be of interest. You will learn about your memory, stress, psychological disorders, obedience and conformity and will study a range of other topics. Since all jobs involve dealing with people, having some understanding of human behaviour is going to be an advantage. Psychology is a well established course at Helston Community College and has remained a consistently popular choice for Post 16 students because they find the course interesting, challenging, satisfying and fun.

Entry requirements

You will need at least 4 grade 4s in GCSE subjects (not equivalents); successful students tend to have at least 2 grade 6s from English, Maths or Science. It is also advisable to study the Core Maths qualification alongside this subject

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how memory works and why it sometimes fails.
  • You'll study stress, its causes, and how it affects behaviour.
  • You'll examine psychological disorders and how they are understood and treated.
  • You'll investigate social behaviour, including obedience and conformity.
  • You'll learn how to read and interpret psychological research.
  • You'll develop skills in analysing human behaviour across different contexts.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Helston Community College. The course combines internal coursework assessments with external examinations set by Pearson Edexcel. Coursework units are marked by your teachers and moderated externally. External exams test your knowledge of core psychology topics. You'll build skills in research, analysis, and written argument throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Helston Community College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mental health support worker, assists people with mental health conditions in care settings.
  • Learning support assistant, helps students with additional needs in schools or colleges.
  • Social care worker, supports vulnerable adults or young people in community settings.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside clinical staff in hospitals or GP practices.
  • Youth worker, supports young people's development in community or charity roles.
  • Research assistant, supports data collection and analysis in academic or commercial settings.

What you could study next

  • A-level Psychology, a natural next step if you want to deepen your understanding before university.
  • BSc Psychology, the undergraduate degree required to work as a qualified psychologist.
  • BSc Criminology, combines well with psychology for careers in criminal justice or probation.
  • Higher National Certificate in Health and Social Care, a work-focused route into health professions.
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