Diploma in Psychology
Introduction
The objective of the SACL Level 5 Diploma in Psychology qualification is to provide learners with a specialist programme of study that provides a depth of knowledge and understanding of key aspects within the field of Psychology.
Learners will study six units worth 120 credits with a total credit value of 120 (equivalent to the first 2 years of an honours degree).
The Level 5 units allow learners to specialise and progress in a variety of relevant subject areas and focus on how our understanding of psychology is applied today. Learners will develop and enhance their skills in the following areas: mental health and psychopathology, cognitive psychology, visual perception, the diversity of addiction, social psychology with a focus on pro and anti-social behaviour, individual differences relating to criminology, intelligence and personality as well as becoming aware of contemporary debates and issues in the field of Psychology.
Following successful completion of the course, learners will have a well-rounded knowledge of psychology, which can be applied to further study and careers associated with the subject
Grading
All units within this qualification are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by SACL. The qualifications are criterion referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria. Judgement that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria is made by the Assessor.
The Assessor should provide an audit trail showing how the judgement of the learners’ overall achievement has been arrived at.
Delivery Mode
The qualification is designed to be delivered over one academic year for full-time study but it is also flexible in its delivery in order to accommodate part-time and distance learning. The qualification is delivered face-to-face, through lectures, tutorials, seminars, distance, online by approved centres only.
Typical Age
This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above.
Entry Criteria
SACL requires no prior qualifications to study Level 5 Diploma in Psychology.
The SACL Level 5 Diploma in Psychology qualification consists of six mandatory units, 120 credits, 1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) and the recommended Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for this qualification is a minimum of 600 hours. To achieve the SACL Level 5 Diploma in Psychology qualification, learners must achieve 120 credits.
| Unit Name | Credits | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|
| Psychological Approaches to Depression and Schizophrenia | 20 | Yes |
| Individual Differences: Intelligence; Personality and Criminology | 20 | Yes |
| Visual Perception | 20 | Yes |
| Social Psychology: pro and anti-social behaviour | 20 | Yes |
| The Diversity of Addiction | 20 | Yes |
| Contemporary Issues and Debates in Psychology | 20 | Yes |
