Psychology
Category: Caring, Health & Safety
Course No. 8082
Sessions: 10, Monday 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Fee: €325, (Payment Plan Option)
Level 5 Component Code 5N0754 - Certified by QQI
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to link an introductory understanding of psychological perspectives with practical therapeutic applications and the development of psychology as a discipline. Exam will be held on week 11.
- Enable the learner to explore psychological perspectives.
- Facilitate an understanding of how each perspective gives us an insight into individual behaviour.
- Explore the main therapeutic paradigms and interventions.
- Assist learners in applying theory and research to practise.
- Facilitate an exploration of attitudes and beliefs.
- Develop transferable skills and knowledge which will enable individuals to meet changing circumstances in a variety of fields.
- Enable the learner to take responsibility for his/her own learning.
This may lead, in part, to a major award in “Healthcare Support” 5M4339.