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Applied Psychology (Level 3 Extended Certificate)

In the Applied Psychology BTEC, you will be able to study a variety of theories and practices involving the mind and behaviour. This course is ideal for those with a passion for science, health and people.

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Who is this course for.

Year 1:  BTEC National Certificate in Applied Psychology.

Year 2:  BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Psychology.

The Applied Psychology BTEC contains an exciting range of units exploring theories and research into mind and behaviour. If you have an interest in science, health and people, this is the course for you.

You will develop knowledge and understanding of key approaches and theories in psychology and apply them to issues relevant to contemporary society, for example lifestyle choices and unhealthy behaviours such as addiction.

You will learn about the types and characteristics of mental disorders, approaches to treatment and the role of professionals in supporting and promoting mental health. In addition, you will study scientific process in psychological research methodology through conducting your own research project.

Entry Requirements

You will need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language at grade 5 and Maths at grade 4.

A recent school report will be required which demonstrates a committed attitude to learning.

It is assumed that students enrol for a two-year A-level programme of study consisting of three or more subjects. However, students will be expected to demonstrate a committed attitude to learning and make positive progress in their first year of study. To progress to the second year, you will need to demonstrate a Merit grade or above in your first year.

What will you learn?

Year 1 units:

• Unit 1: Psychological approaches and applications
• Unit 2: Conducting psychological research

Year 2 units:

• Unit 3: Health Psychology

One optional unit:

• Introduction to psychopathology
• Criminal and forensic psychology
• Promoting children’s psychological development
• Applied sport psychology

How will you learn?

This course will be delivered on-site at the Joseph Wright Centre.

What will you need to bring with you?

Students are expected to organise their work in folders and have writing equipment and a standard calculator. 

How will you be assessed?

In Year 1 assessment will consist of 50% controlled, external assessment and 50% coursework.

In Year 2 assessment will consist of 66% external, controlled assessment and 33% coursework. 

The awarding body is Pearson Edexcel.

Where next?

Further Study

The qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as contributing to admission. When it is combined with other relevant qualifications, you can progress to degree courses such as:

• BSc in Forensic and Criminal Psychology
• BSc in Occupational Health
• BSc in Education and Child Psychology
• BSc in Sport Psychology

(Entry requirements for degree programmes at specific higher education providers should be checked.)

After progression from a related degree, students can continue to work towards a future as a psychologist and a range of careers such as roles in the police, health service, teaching and marketing.  

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For more information, contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or [email protected]

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Introduction

Psychology is the scientific study of minds and behaviour. As such, it is a part of our everyday lives. An understanding of human behaviour is fundamental to many jobs in society and the study of psychology at degree level and beyond remains a very popular choice. If you are interested in studying this subject in a more practical, hands on way, BTEC Applied Psychology offers you this opportunity.

What do we study

You will explore the diverse nature of Psychology as a subject whilst also exploring how to conduct psychological research to help you understand what people do and why. In your first year you will study units on psychological approaches and applications and conducting psychological research. In your second year you will build on this knowledge and link it to real world applications, including health psychology and one other unit from forensic psychology, child developmental psychology, psychopathology and applied sports psychology.

How will I learn

Applied Psychology lessons are engaging and interactive. You will learn through a variety of teaching and learning activities including independent research, group work, creative activities, planning and designing your own psychological research studies and application of your knowledge to specialist branches and professions within Psychology.

What's next

The BTEC in Applied Psychology is ideal for any student aiming to study Psychology, or related subjects such as Criminology, Sociology, Health, Sports Science and mental health nursing at university.

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Pearson BTEC National Applied Psychology: Book 2 Revised Edition

Cara Flanagan, Dave Berry, Rob Liddle, Jock McGinty, Advisor: Mark Walsh

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Publication date: 31/01/23

Pages: 320pp

Exam board: BTEC

Level: Vocational Level 3

Subject: Psychology

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Both BTEC Applied Psychology Books 1 and 2 have been revised to match the revised Unit 1 and Unit 3 specifications for first teaching from September 2021.

Book 2 Revised Edition– Extended Certificate Units

• Unit 3 – Health psychology completely revised and updated.
• Students study four units – the Certificate units plus Health Psychology and one option.
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• Each book provides knowledge and evaluation of theories and studies combined with many engaging activities which deliver the vocational element.
• Activities aim to prepare students for internal and external assessments.
• The brilliant visual style and tone will encourage students through every step of the course.
• Written by leading authors Cara Flanagan, Dave Berry, Rob Liddle, Jock McGinty  with advisor Mark Walsh.

A list of references from this book is available on the  Resources and Downloads tab.

Cara Flanagan is one of the best known and most respected authors for A Level Psychology. An expert teacher with examining experience and a well-known conference presenter, Cara is renowned for creating resources that students love to use.

Dave Berry is a practised teacher with examining experience. He regularly leads face-to-face and online training courses for a major awarding body. Dave is Head of Psychology at Oldham Hulme Grammar School.

Rob Liddle has more than twenty years' teaching experience in psychology, from GCSE to postgraduate study. A psychology graduate with a Masters in Organisational Psychology, Rob is an established author with examining experience.

Jock McGinty is Head of Psychology and Head of Sixth Form at Watford Grammar School for Boys. He has taught Psychology for 17 years and is a senior A-Level examiner and CPD presenter. He is the European representative for the Association for the Teaching of Psychology committee.

Mark Walsh is an experienced teacher of BTEC and applied health and social care courses at all levels. He is also a mental health nurse and an established author of many successful textbooks for students and care practitioners.

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BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Applied Psychology

Exam board: Edexcel

WHAT IS THE COURSE ABOUT?

This exciting course is the equivalent in size to one A-Level and it will provide a broad basis of study in the Applied Psychology sector. It is designed to support progression on to Higher Education. This course is a vocationally delivered programme and it will develop the skills, knowledge and expertise of students in the subject of Psychology. Students will complete both internally and externally assessed units.

DURATION OF COURSE:

What units/topics will be studied.

Units will include Psychological Approaches and Applications, Health Psychology, Conducting Psychological Research, and Sport Psychology. 

WHAT DO I NEED TO STUDY THIS SUBJECT?

The entry requirements to study this course are 5 GCSEs including English Language and Maths at grades 4-9 and an overall G score of 30. You should have a genuine interest and enthusiasm for the subject of Psychology.

WHAT CAN I DO TO PREPARE MYSELF TO STUDY THIS SUBJECT?

There are a range of exciting textbooks, case studies, and articles that can prepare you for the Applied Psychology Course. Some interesting books you could read include: Reaching down the rabbit hole by Ropper and Burnell and The Power of Habit by Charles Dufuigg.

WHERE CAN THIS LEAD ME?

There are a range of degree programmes that you could progress on to. These include;

• BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching
• BSc (Hons) in Psychology
• BA (Hons) in Early Years Education

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The course is an excellent introduction to applied psychology, allowing students to consider its importance across many aspects of our lives, including practical applications.

A psychology qualification allows the learner to develop a broad range of transferable skills such as critical thinking and writing along with access to a broad range of careers from counselling and therapy to forensics and law.

Assessments are in the form of one internal and one external assessment each year and topics studied include Psychological Approaches and Applications, and Criminal and Forensic Psychology.

What you will study

Unit 1 – Psychological Approaches and Applications

External assessment: 1.5 hour written examination

There are many ways to explain or understand human behaviour in order to treat it. This unit investigates how four of the main approaches in psychology help us do this from their different perspectives: Cognitive, Social, Behaviourist & Learning and Biological. Key concepts and relevant key studies will also be discussed and evaluated. The knowledge gained from each approach will be used to explain aggression in society, how psychology is used to explain and influence consumer behaviour, and how it can explain gender.

Unit 2 – Conducting Psychological Research

Internal assessment – Written assignment comprising of 3 reports

At heart, we are all armchair psychologists, but psychological research is not based on opinion and follows a rigorous scientific process. This unit identifies, analyses and applies the importance of this process. From its role in improving practice and informing policy, to ethical considerations involved in psychological research, and understanding the entire process from concept to completion. This unit culminates with students planning, preparing and completing their own pilot study.

Unit 3 – Health Psychology

External assessment: 2 hour written examination

Health psychologists are interested in how psychological and physiological factors affect health and ill health. This unit includes approaches, theories and studies that explore the reasons why individuals engage in specific behaviours such as addiction and why individuals may experience high levels of stress and the impact this has on health. In addition, the unit explores how health psychologists can help improve health behaviours using psychological theories of persuasion and learn about specific physiological and behavioural treatments.

Unit 4 – Criminal and Forensic Psychology

Are criminals born or made? This unit looks at a number of different explanations for criminal behaviour, linked to the approaches from unit 1, and analyse the best way to treat criminal behaviour; punishment or modification? Students will also learn about different methods of creating an offender profile and will create their own as part of the final assignment.

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Individual Subject Entry Requirement GCSE Math and English Grade C

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This course will enable progression onto university courses such as BA/BSc Psychology, Human Sciences, Counselling, Marketing or Criminology

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