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Applied Psychology BTEC Certificate/Extended Certificate

at Chichester College Group, Chichester · college

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsPart time

What the college says

Note! Not Available as a Free Course For Jobs outside GLA or Devolved Areas. p Equivalent to 1 A level. /p p This course will give you an introduction to the psychology sector through applied learning: you will learn about theories of psychology what makes us think and behave the way we do and how we can research this. br / br / Topics studied include: br / Year 1: br / Unit 1: Psychological Approaches and Applications: Learners will explore four key approaches in psychology ' social cognitive learning and biological ' and apply these approaches to issues relevant to contemporary society including aggression business and gender identity. This unit is externally assessed through a 1.5 hour exam. br / br / Unit 2: Conducting Psycholog

What you need to get on

You need a minimum of five GCSEs at 9 4 including grade 4 in English Language and Maths. br / br / In order to succeed on this course students will need: br / Good reading and writing skills br / Confidence in maths and dealing with data br / An interest in finding out about people: do you like 'people watching'? If you do you'd like Psychology. br / An interest in life and people an enthusiastic attitude to study and learning and a willingness to work hard. br / div /div

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Haywards Heath College

    Harlands Rd, Haywards, RH16 1LT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 14 September 2026 · Haywards

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