SH024 Psychology Diploma

Psychology Diploma

Has the study of the human mind, emotions, memory and social influence always been of interest to you? Do you wish to learn more about how the mind works and encourages behaviour?

Course Description

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then the OCN (North West) Level 3 Psychology Diploma is the perfect and fascinating home study course that is readily available to you to study at your pace and in your own time.

This Psychology distance learning course is fully accredited by the awarding body OCN (North West) and covers topics such as developing an understanding of the nature of psychology, examining the nature of sensation and perception, evaluating how we form initial impressions of people, understanding the process of memory, and the process of social facilitation and influence, to name just a few.

The objectives of the course include examining the way in which human actions can be explained on a number of different levels, distinguishing between emotional experience, expression and psychological responses and distinguishing between the characteristics of classical and operant conditioning.

Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available, therefore registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you.

Previous Knowledge Required

The good news is that no prior learning knowledge or experience is essential to take this course. This course is openly available to anyone wishing to learn more about psychology and would like to take part in a highly rewarding home study course. You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration with full tutor support.

Support

You will receive full personal tutor support by mail and email and along with our comprehensive study pack you will have everything you need to achieve your desired Diploma in Psychology. Our student support team are also available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your course. You can be assured that unlimited support is available for your home study course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies.

Assessment

The Diploma in Psychology is assessed by completion of four tutor marked assignments. When your assignments have been successfully completed, you will be awarded with the highly acclaimed – OCN (North West) Diploma in Psychology Level 3.

Modules

• Module 1: Introduction
• Unit 1 What is Psychology?
• Unit 2 Different Approaches to Psychology
• Unit 3 Research in Psychology
• Module 2: Emotion
• Unit 4 Signs of Emotion
• Unit 5 Theories of Emotion
• Unit 6 Stress and Anxiety
• Module 3: Perception
• Unit 7 Sensation and Perception
• Unit 8 Factors Affecting Perception
• Module 4: Memory
• Unit 9 Why Do We Remember?
• Unit 10 Remembering and Forgetting
• Unit 11 The Reliability of Memory
• Module 5: Learning
• Unit 12 Classical and Operant Conditioning
• Unit 13 Other Kinds of Learning
• Module 6: The Development of Social Behaviour
• Unit 15 Parent–Child Interaction
• Unit 16 Attachment and Separation
• Unit 17 Sexual Development and Gender Identity
• Module 7: Social Perception
• Unit 18 Impressions of People
• Unit 19 Prejudice and Discrimination
• Unit 20 Reducing Prejudice
• Module 8: Social Influence
• Unit 21 Social Pressure on the Individual
• Unit 22 Group Norms and Conformity
• Unit 23 Conformity to Roles and Obedience

Awarding Body

The Diploma in Psychology is fully accredited by the National Awarding Body OCN (North West), who is recognised by the department for Education and Skills and by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority in Britain.

Higher Education Credits are available upon completion of this course.

What our students say:  I would have to say that I found everything quite brilliant. The online tutors are great and get back to you quickly if you have a query. The coursework you receive is easy to follow and concise. I have nothing but praise for NCC and the staff they have, without them I would never have got my Diploma in Psychology, so many thanks. S Shepherd, East Sussex

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