RQF Accredited Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Psychology

• ## Essential Units for RQF Accredited Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Psychology **Module 1: Foundations of Psychology** * • **im_introduction_to_psychology** • Introduction to Psychology, History of Psychology, Different Schools of Thought * • **im_developmental_psychology** • Cognitive Development, Psychosocial Development, Moral Development * • **im_biological_psychology** • Brain and Mind, Genetics, Neurotransmitters **Module 2: Cognitive Processes** * • **im_learning_and_memory** • Classical Conditioning, Operant Conditioning, Memory Models * • **im_attention_and_information_processing** • Attention, Focus, Cognitive Bias * • **im_language_and_communication** • Language Development, Communication Styles, Deafness and Hearing Impairment **Module 3: Abnormal Psychology and Psychopathology** * • **im_psychopathology** • Psychopathy, Narcissism, Borderline Personality Disorder, Anxiety Disorders * • **im_developmental_disabilities** • Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability, Learning Disabilities * • **im_substance_abuse** • Substance Use Disorders, Addiction, Mental Health and Substance Abuse **Module 4: Clinical Psychology and Counseling** * • **im_clinical_assessment** • History-Taking, Physical Examination, Mental Status Examination * • **im_psychotherapeutic techniques** • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy, Family Therapy * • **im_counseling skills** • Active Listening, Empathy, Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication **Module 5: Research Methods and Statistics** * • **im_research_methods** • Observation, Surveys, Experiments, Case Studies * • **im_statistics_and_data_analysis** • Descriptive Statistics, Inferential Statistics, Hypothesis Testing * • **im_critical_thinking and ethical considerations** • Scientific Method, Objectivity, Bias, Informed Decision-Making **Module 6: Ethical and Legal Considerations in Psychology** * • **im_ethical_principles** • Confidentiality, Informed Consent, Respect for Privacy, Beneficence, Non-Maleficence * • **im_legal_framework** • Mental Health Act, Disability Act, Child Protection Act * • **im_ethical decision-making in practice** • Ethical Dilemmas, Informed Consent, Confidentiality Violations **Module 7: Contemporary Issues in Psychology** * • **im_global_mental_health** • Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Trauma, Mental Health in the Digital Age * • **im_cultural diversity and inclusion** • Cultural Sensitivity, Bias, Microaggressions, Equity in Psychology * • **im_future of psychology** • Emerging Technologies, Research Directions, Ethical Challenges

Assessment

The assessment is done via submission of assignment. There are no written exams.