Applied Psychology and Health and Social Care - Level 3 Certificate

Are you interested in learning and understanding human behaviour? Do you want to understand how people act and feel? Are you interested in going into the field of psychology or health after college? If so, then this course is for you!

Applied Psychology and Health and Social Care - Level 3 Certificate is a mix-and-match course designed to give students a better understanding of psychological approaches, alongside learning about human development and the healthcare sector. Therefore, you will study applied psychology and health and social care together, equivalent to 3 A Levels over 2 years.

In Applied Psychology, you will cover 2 units:

• Psychological Approaches and Applications (exam)
  • Social approach
  • Cognitive approach
  • Biological approach
  • Learning approach

• Conducting Psychological Research (Assignment)
  • You will learn about various research methods and understand how psychologists conduct research. For this unit, you will be required to design, conduct and write your own piece of psychological research!

In Health and Social Care, you will cover:

• Human Lifespan Development (exam)
  • Physical development
  • Intellectual theories
  • Emotional attachment theories
  • Social development

• Working in Health and Social Care (exam)
  • NHS Legislations
  • NHS Policies and Procedures

• Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs (Assignment)

You will need:

• 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (including English/Maths)

During the course of the year, you will be assessed through a variety of methods. You will be assessed externally through exams, research writing and assignment coursework. As part of your course, you will also be required to go out on Work experience.

AGED 16 - 18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August 2025 before the start date of the course, and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your course then your study with us will be free.

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Some courses have additional costs, such as specialist materials and trips.

Many of our students are eligible for financial support. See here for details.

There is a range of degree programmes that you could progress on to. These include:

• Psychology
• Counselling
• Sports Coaching
• Health and Social Care
• Criminology and Psychology 

Employment roles:

• Educational Support Assistants
• Welfare and Housing Associates
• Nursing Assistants
• Probation Officer
• Child Psychologist 
• Counsellor