Level 2 Psychology
Course Description
This course introduces students to the differing perspectives in psychology and how these are used to understand human behaviour. This is done through learning several psychological approaches, conducting psychological research and examining fields of psychological practice, as well as understanding the ever present ethical issues. This course involves reading and critiquing published psychological research articles and theories which are then applied to evidence-based explanations of behaviour in different contexts.
Learning Opportunities
In this course you will need to:
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Resources Required
Pens, pencils, refill and a lined exercise book.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
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NZQA Info
Psychology 2.1 - Examine different psychological approaches used to explain a behaviour
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Psychology 2.3 - Conduct psychological research with guidance
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Psychology 2.4 - Examine how theory is used in fields of psychological practice
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Psychology 2.5 - Examine ethical issues in psychological practice