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Level 3 Extended Certificate in Applied Psychology

This course is to be studied alongside two A Levels.

Start DateSeptember
LevelLevel 3
Study Mode Full-time
Duration2 years
Awarding Body Pearson
Location Wakefield College

Course Overview

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.

What You Will Study

You will study a variety of areas, including:

  • Psychological Approaches and Applications 
  • Conducting research 
  • Health Psychology 
  • Psychopathology

Assessment is a combination of exams and course work.

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

Many of our students progress to study a University degree in Psychology.

Start DateSeptember
LevelLevel 3
Study Mode Full-time
Duration2 years
Awarding Body Pearson
Location Wakefield College
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