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Level 2 Psychology Course in Paignton – South Devon College

Cost£390.00
Duration14 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start25 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Psychology Course in Paignton. Classes run at South Devon College, part-time during the day, over 12 weeks. You'll explore key theories of human emotion and behaviour, and look at the research behind current psychological thinking. The course is often studied alongside a Level 2 Criminology Course. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

This introductory psychology course will introduce you to key concepts and skills within psychology. You will learn different theories explaining human emotion and behaviour. You will also be encouraged to look at key research underpinning current knowledge and theories. This course is usually studied together with our Criminology Level 2 course. The course is based either in person or online.

For our online based course:

  • It can be accessed from the comfort of your own home.
  • All the resources you will need can be accessed, at a time to suit you, using our Virtual Learning Environment.
  • There are no delivered sessions however you will be supported by an experienced and dedicated psychology lecturer who you can contact for support throughout the duration of your course.

For our classroom-based course:

  • It will be taught from our Paignton Campus
  • All the resources you will need can be accessed during the delivered sessions on-site.
  • There are delivered sessions on-site where you will be supported by an experienced and dedicated psychology lecturer who you can contact for support throughout the duration of your course.

This course is an excellent first step to progression to a range of further and higher education courses and toward a career within the social sciences.

This course will be fully subsidised for those who are over 19, have been resident in the UK for three years, with an exception of those who live within a devolved adult education area and those currently enrolled on an apprenticeship.

Any questions regarding funding eligibility, please contact the Helpzone Team on [email protected].

Upon successful completion of this course, there is an approved progression route to Foundation Degrees here at South Devon University Centre - part of South Devon College. Visit www.ucsd.ac.uk or email [email protected] for more information.

Entry requirements

You should have a genuine interest in this subject

What you will learn

  • You'll explore key concepts and theories in psychology
  • You'll study how psychologists explain human emotion and behaviour
  • You'll examine research that underpins current psychological knowledge
  • You'll develop skills in analysing and evaluating psychological theories
  • You'll consider how psychology connects to real-world topics such as crime and social behaviour

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and run during the day at South Devon College. You'll work through course material with a tutor, discuss theories, and review key research. Assessment is through coursework and written tasks completed during the course. The provider will confirm the exact assessment format before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Devon College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker: helping people in care or community settings
  • Healthcare assistant: supporting clinical staff in NHS or private care
  • Teaching assistant: supporting pupils with learning and behaviour
  • Youth worker: working with young people in community programmes
  • Mental health support worker: assisting people with mental health needs
  • Advice and guidance worker: helping people navigate services and decisions

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Psychology: a deeper study of psychological theory, often a step toward university entry
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Criminology Qualification: pairs well with this course if you're interested in crime and behaviour
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma (Psychology or Social Sciences): prepares you for a psychology degree at university
  • Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma: opens routes into care, support, and mental health roles
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