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Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Wakefield

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

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

This Level 3 BTEC applied psychology qualification introduces you to the science of the human mind. You'll explore cognitive and biological approaches to behaviour, and study topics such as gender, aggression, and consumer habits. You'll also learn how to apply psychology to real-life situations and carry out your own research. Entry requires 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

Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind. You will be introduced to some basic ideas from different approaches within psychology, for example, cognitive and biological approaches to the understanding of behaviour. You will explore concepts such as gender, aggression and consumer habits. You will learn how to apply psychology to real life situations and conduct your own research.

Please note: Whilst this course sits within our A Level provision and can be taken alongside other A Levels, the qualification you will gain at the end of the programme is a Pearson Level 3 BTEC Extended Certificate, rather than an A Level.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English Language and Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore cognitive and biological approaches to understanding human behaviour.
  • You'll study psychological concepts including gender, aggression, and consumer habits.
  • You'll learn how to apply psychological theory to real-life situations.
  • You'll plan and conduct your own psychological research.
  • You'll develop skills in analysing and interpreting human behaviour.
  • You'll build an understanding of different schools of thought within psychology.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Wakefield College. The BTEC National Certificate is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally set examinations. Assignments are completed throughout the course, and exams test your knowledge of core psychology topics.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wakefield 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.
  • Mental health support worker, works in community or residential settings.
  • Healthcare assistant, supports clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
  • Youth worker, supports young people in schools or community organisations.
  • Teaching assistant, helps students with learning and behaviour in schools.
  • Research assistant, supports data collection and analysis in psychology studies.

What you could study next

  • BSc Psychology, a full undergraduate degree for those wanting to qualify as a psychologist.
  • BA Criminology, combines psychology with the study of crime and justice.
  • Higher National Certificate in Health and Social Care, a Level 4 route into health professions.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma in Psychology, an alternative university entry route for those returning to study later.
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