Psychology is a fascinating area of study that can be applied in all areas of our lives and at work. This course introduces you to many well-documented psychological phenomena, and can improve your understanding of human behaviour in different situations.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The course is made up of six (6) modules/subjects:
(Each Module = 100 hours)
2 core (compulsory) modules
plus four (4) optional (elective) modules:
(Choose any four (4) of the following)
- Counselling Techniques
- Industrial Psychology
- Child Psychology
- Biopsychology I
- Educational Psychology
- Conflict Management
- Sports Psychology
- Life Coaching
- Marketing Psychology
- Counselling Skills I
- Professional Practice in Counselling
CORE MODULES OUTLINES
Introduction to Psychology
This course covers basic principles of human psychology. There are seven lessons in this course, as follows:
– The nature & scope of Psychology
– Neurological basis of behaviour
– Environmental effects on behaviour
– Consciousness and perception
– Personality
– Psychological development
– Needs, drives and motivation
Psychology and Counselling
Successful completion of this module will develop the learner ability to analyse psychological processes and apply that knowledge in counselling or advisory situations. There are seven lessons in this module, as follows:
– Stress
– Abnormal Behaviour
– Individual Behaviour
– Group Behaviour
– Methods of Dealing with Abnormalities
– Conflict Resolution
– Interpersonal Communication Skills
ELECTIVE MODULES OUTLINES
Child Psychology
This module is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the cognitive, behavioural and emotional development of children. There are twelve lessons in this module, as follows:
– Introduction to Child Psychology
– The Newborn Infant
– States & Senses of the Infant
– Learning
– Emotions and Socialisation
– Cognitive Development
– Language Development
– Intelligence
– Socialisation Part A
– Morality
– Sexuality
– Socialisation Part B
Industrial Psychology
This module will develop your understanding of how the psychological state of employees in the workplace affects both their work and their overall well being. There are ten lessons in this course, as follows:
– Introduction
– Understanding the Employees Thinking
– Personality & Temperament
– Psychological Testing
– Management & Managers
– The Work Environment
– Motivation and Incentives
– Recruitment
– Social Considerations
– Abnormalities and Disorders
Sports Psychology
Successful completion of this module will develop your skills and understanding of the psychological dimensions of sports performance and coaching. There are ten lessons in this module as follows:
– Introduction
– Psychological Traits of Successful Athletes
– Anxiety & Arousal
– Motivation
– Aggression
– Leadership & Coaching
– Team Dynamics
– SpecialGroups
Educational Psychology
Successful completion of this module will develop an understanding of the psychological processes that influence learning. There are eight lessons in this module as follows:
– Introduction Development & Learning Theory
– Behavioural Learning
– Information Processing
– Memory Retention & Loss
– Individual Needs
– Constructivist Learning
– Motivation
Conflict Management
This course gives the student insight into conflict and into different techniques for managing conflict to product positive outcomes. There are eight lessons in this course, as follows:
– Conflict Management and Anger
– Listening
– Negotiation
– Mediation
– Facilitation
– Balance of Power
– Discussion and Group Work
– Crisis Analysis and Responses
Biopsychology
Successful completion of this module will develop your understanding of physiological influences on human behaviour and the influence of thoughts, feelings, perception and other psychological processes on the physiology of the body. There are seven lessons in this module as follows:
– Introduction
– The Senses
– The Nervous System
– The Endocrine System
– Stress
– Emotions
– Consciousness
Marketing Psychology
Successful completion of this module will develop your understanding of the psychological influences on consumers, and your ability to apply psychology to marketing. There are eight lessons in this module as follows:
– People as Consumers
– Market Segmentation
– Internal Influences Rerception & Personality
– Internal Influences Motivation and Awareness
– Social Influences Small groups and family; social class, culture etc
– Consumerism
– Communication and Persuasion
– Deciding to Buy
