Access to Higher Education - Psychology and Mental Heal

Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Psychology and Mental Health)

Our new Psychology and Mental Health pathway is ideal for anyone looking to study psychology at university.

This course is designed for those with an interest in psychology and mental health generally, and, more specifically, a psychology-related career. Such careers might include counselling, occupational psychology, educational psychology, teaching, human resources, management, research, the police, and many others.

This diploma is the first step to working in this industry – and there's no more exciting start to this journey than doing this qualification at Hopwood Hall College.

Access courses are designed for students who want a fast track route to university or to progress into careers and vocations that require higher level qualifications. Access courses have featured at Hopwood Hall for many years – changing the lives of many students. We’re also proud to say that our achievement and success rates are amongst the best in the country.

Entry Requirements

Immediate entry to our one-year Level 3 Access to HE Diplomas - offering the quickest route to university - is open to students who have already attained sufficient GCSE qualifications (Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths).

It is preferred that you have these qualifications prior to starting your Level 3 Access Diploma as the skills you will have gained from studying these qualifications will really help you on this programme.

All applicants will have the opportunity to discuss their application in an interview with one of our tutors, where any questions about the course will be addressed. Additionally, you will complete an English and Maths assessment to assess your readiness for Level 3 study. Depending on the results, you may also have the opportunity to retake either a Maths or English GCSE alongside this course*.

*Please note, it will not be possible to retake both English and Maths GCSE alongside your Access to HE programme.

Details

Units on this course include:

Psychological Perspectives
Biopsychology
Stereotyping, Prejudice and Discrimination
Social Influence
Dementia Care and Treatment
Psychological Trauma
Personality Theory

Work Experience

No work experience is required to for this qualification.

Progression

The Access to HE Diploma offers students a way to gain the qualifications needed to enter Higher Education and gain a degree, continuing to their chosen career. The topics studied are fully aligned with psychology degree modules required for recognition by the British Psychological Society.

Students achieving the Psychology and Mental Health Diploma can progress to a variety of degree courses and careers, from psychology and counselling degrees to careers in health care, occupational and educational psychology, the police, teaching, human resources, management, and many more.

Anne Colgan

The course is great fun - whether it’s for a career or just to enjoy. Most people are nervous when you meet a bunch of new people, but everyone was there to learn and have fun!

Lorraine Dale

It was great to learn from knowledgeable tutors who were more than happy to share their knowledge

Joshua Watt

There are so many fantastic opportunities at Hopwood – be sure to say ‘yes’ to as many as you can!

Saad Farooq

My course opened up many doors and I have achieved a lot since gaining my qualification at such a great University Centre

Helen King-Wilson

Hopwood unlocked capabilities that I did not recognise in myself and gave me the confidence to expand my knowledge

Oliver Lewis

Hopwood’s facilities were top notch – the whole experience really was brilliant

Emily Hamilton

I was slightly older when I started my apprenticeship, but I’m now on an ever-growing career path thanks to the amazing team at Hopwood

Luke Webster

Hopwood Hall College gave me so much to be thankful for. They helped me become the professional I am today