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Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Bridlington

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Bridlington. Classes run at Headlands School, full-time over two years.

Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes and behaviour. The course covers three compulsory units: psychological approaches and application, research methods, and health psychology. You also choose one optional unit. Two units are assessed by exam and two by coursework. You'll develop analysis skills by working through case studies and applying findings to everyday life.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Psychology.

Who this course is for

Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes and behaviour. BTEC Applied Psychology works to develop analysis skills looking at case studies and their findings and applying them to everyday life. The course consists of three compulsory modules and one optional unit. The course requires the completion of two exam modules and two modules which are assessed through the assessment of coursework. Compulsory units include: Psychological approaches and application, research methods and health psychology. The additional units look at criminal forensic psychology, promoting childrens psychological development, psychopathology and applied sports psychology.

Entry requirements

Typical grades needed 4 x GCSE at grade 4 or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore key psychological approaches and how they apply to real situations.
  • You'll study research methods used in psychology, including how to evaluate findings.
  • You'll examine health psychology and the factors that influence behaviour and wellbeing.
  • You'll analyse case studies and draw conclusions from psychological evidence.
  • You'll develop skills in applying psychological theory to everyday life.
  • You'll complete coursework that demonstrates your understanding of core concepts.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Headlands School. Two units are assessed by written exam. The other two units are assessed through coursework. You'll work through case studies as part of your learning. The mix of exams and coursework lets you show both your knowledge and your analytical skills.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Headlands School 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.
  • Social care worker, provides support to vulnerable adults or young people.
  • Learning support assistant, helps students with additional needs in schools.
  • Research assistant, collects and analyses data for psychology or social research projects.
  • Youth worker, works with young people in community or educational settings.

What you could study next

  • BSc Psychology, the main degree route for those wanting to become a chartered psychologist.
  • BSc Criminology or Forensic Psychology, builds on the applied and analytical skills from this BTEC.
  • BSc Sociology or Social Work, for those drawn to the social and behavioural aspects of the course.
  • A Level Psychology, if you want a traditional qualification alongside or instead of this BTEC route.
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