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Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Christchurch

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

About this course

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

You don't need a GCSE in Psychology to join. You'll need at least six GCSEs, including Maths and English. In Year 12, the course covers the main approaches in psychology and how to plan and carry out investigations. In Year 13, you'll study Health Psychology, exploring stress, addiction, healthy decision-making, and behaviour change.

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

Who this course is for

Students do not need to have a GCSE in Psychology to study this subject at BTEC, however experience with a BTEC would be helpful. Students will learn mandatory topics in Year 12 and then will be taught the remaining mandatory unit and optional unit in Year 13. The mandatory units in year 12 will cover the various approaches in psychology and how to conduct investigations. In year 13 you will explore Health Psychology, which looks at healthy decision making, stress, addiction and how we can change behaviour. We will also be looking at the optional unit of Psychopathology, which will give you an understanding of disorders and treatments. This course will develop theoretical knowledge of Psychology and take an applied approach to explaining behaviour. Additionally, students will gain an understanding of how to plan, conduct, and evaluate practical research in a scientific manner, through the completion of practical study.

Entry requirements

Min 6 GCSEs inc. Maths & English

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the major approaches in psychology, including biological, cognitive, and behavioural perspectives.
  • You'll learn how to design and conduct psychological investigations.
  • You'll study Health Psychology, including stress and how it affects the body and mind.
  • You'll examine addiction, its causes, and approaches to treatment.
  • You'll look at healthy decision-making and what influences the choices people make.
  • You'll develop skills in analysing and evaluating psychological research.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons at Highcliffe School. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed exams. Assignments are set and marked by the centre. Exams are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Highcliffe 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, supports vulnerable adults or young people in community settings.
  • Teaching assistant, helps students with learning and development in schools.
  • Research assistant, collects and analyses data for academic or commercial projects.
  • Youth worker, works with young people in community or educational programmes.

What you could study next

  • BSc Psychology, a degree that builds directly on your BTEC applied psychology qualification and is required to become a chartered psychologist.
  • BSc Criminology, combines psychology with the study of crime and the justice system.
  • BSc Health and Social Care, leads to roles in health services and social care management.
  • A Levels in Psychology or related subjects, if you want to broaden your sixth-form study alongside or after this BTEC applied psychology course.

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