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Psychology Applied

at Helston Community College · college

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2022see the detail

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate2 yearsFull time

What the college says

If you enjoy thinking about why people behave in the way that they do or if you want to understand yourself better, then this course will be of interest. You will learn about your memory, stress, psychological disorders, obedience and conformity and will study a range of other topics. Since all jobs involve dealing with people, having some understanding of human behaviour is going to be an advantage. Psychology is a well established course at Helston Community College and has remained a consistently popular choice for Post 16 students because they find the course interesting, challenging, satisfying and fun.

What you need to get on

You will need at least 4 grade 4s in GCSE subjects (not equivalents); successful students tend to have at least 2 grade 6s from English, Maths or Science. It is also advisable to study the Core Maths qualification alongside this subject

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

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

  • Helston Community College

    Helston School & Community College Church Hill, Helston, TR13 8NR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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