Introduction to Psychology Diploma Level 2

About This Course

Studying our psychology online course from the comfort of your own home will provide you with a thorough understanding and knowledge base of the subject, enabling you to apply these skills to your career and enhance your proficiency in the field of psychology.

A psychologist is an individual who assists individuals in acquiring constructive methods to address mental health issues. They delve into and assist in addressing individuals’ social, emotional, and cognitive processes and actions. Achieving this involves assessing and comprehending their clients’ thoughts, actions, and feelings.

Psychologists accomplish this by recognising behavioural and emotional trends, diagnosing conditions, providing referrals, and devising suitable treatment strategies. Enrol with us today and experience the simplicity and ease of home learning.

Course Benefits

Split into 6 units, every element of this online course seeks to expand your understanding of psychology, so you can achieve the theoretical knowledge you need to apply these skills within real and practical settings.

This course will:

• Help you to develop a strong foundation of knowledge and competency that can be transferred into your work.
• Enable you to study on your own terms – no classrooms, no strict deadlines and no exams.
• Allow you to study from home – all course materials will be sent straight to your door, enabling you to fit your studies around your obligations.

Course Units

Unit 1: Fundamentals of Psychology

• Psychology’s Goals and Objectives
• Understanding Human Behaviour
• Exploring the Psychologist’s Role
• Contrasting Psychological Fields
• Fundamentals of Psychological Research

Unit 2: The Psychology of Memory

• Memory Encoding, Storage, and Recall Mechanisms
• Memory Research and Analytical Techniques
• Eyewitness Testimony and Memory Erosion
• Practical Memory Applications

Unit 3: Development of Personality

• Personality Traits and Dispositions
• Overview of Psychological Theories
• Understanding Stereotyping, Bias, and Discrimination

Unit 4: Learning Methods

• Understanding Learning
• Exploring Theories and Models
• Principles of Conditioning
• Social Learning Processes

Unit 5: Influence on Socialisation

• Social Facilitation
• Observing Bystander Behaviour
• Impact of Audience on Behaviour
• Exploring Conformity and Obedience
• Sources of Social Influence

Unit 6: Gender Identification

• Factors Affecting Gender-Linked Behaviour
• Gender Development Including Reproductive Anatomy
• Identity Formation in Relation to Gender Development
• Exploring Gender Roles and Stereotypes

Assessment

This course is assessed using a series of written assignments that are designed to test your knowledge of the course materials. These will need to be sent to your personal tutor for marking, whereupon they will supply you with helpful tips and feedback. No external examinations are required.

Required Knowledge

No prior knowledge or skills in this area are needed in order to enrol onto this course, making it ideal for those just starting out in this career field.

Awarding Body

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive certification from National Institution of Qualifications (NIOQ) and a Learner Unit Summary (which details of all the units you have completed).

This course has been designed to meet the requirements of specific learners or employers. It is endorsed by National Institution of Qualifications, meaning the course has undergone external quality checks to ensure that they are maintained and delivered to an excellent standard.

National Institution of Qualifications are a national certificating organisation. Endorsement of our courses ensures learners have access to high quality materials that cover all learning outcomes, helping them to achieve their potential.

Support

From the guidance of our personal tutors whose industry experience will help to support and mentor your studies, to our comprehensive study guide and course materials; from day one we will go above and beyond to help you succeed in your studies. With twelve months tutor support, you have the option of completing in as little as three months, or using the full twelve months.

You too can take advantage of the extensive knowledge base of our personal tutors and use their experiences to get all of your questions answered. Similarly, our student support team are readily available to lend you their advice and guidance as they help you to decipher your course materials and answer your questions.

Only one click away, you can trust that help will be there when you need it.