Psychology and Health Level 2

This exciting course brings together the fascinating and complementary areas of Psychology and Healthcare, providing you with detailed insight into healthcare, psychology and the factors that influence human behaviour. The course offers a flexible pathway for students interested in progressing towards careers and further study within psychology, healthcare, social sciences and related professions. 

Delivered full-time over 36 weeks, the course will give you opportunities to explore how people think, behave and interact, while considering how psychological knowledge can be applied within healthcare, criminal justice and wider professional settings. You will investigate real-world issues and develop a deeper understanding of individuals, communities and the factors that can influence health, wellbeing and behaviour. 

Alongside your subject knowledge, there will be a strong focus on developing the core skills required within healthcare and psychology-related professions. You will develop skills in communication, critical thinking, research, problem solving, teamwork, analysis and professional practice, helping you become confident in applying your learning to real-life situations and preparing you for the expectations of higher-level study and employment. 

Through engaging and applied learning, you will gain valuable experience of the world of healthcare and psychology, exploring different professional roles and the skills, values and behaviours needed when working with individuals from a range of backgrounds and circumstances. 

Upon successful completion of the course, you will have developed the knowledge, skills and confidence to progress to higher-level study. The course can support progression towards a wide range of future pathways within our Level 3 offers; including Psychology, Criminology, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Health and Social Care and other healthcare and human science professions.