Course Details

This Educational Psychology Course is designed for people who wish to gain an understanding of principles and practice of psychology as applied to education and learning. Learners will learn how to (1) understand the theories and applications of the learning process, (2) understand the principles of assessing educational performance, (3) demonstrate your understanding of the individual differences in educational performance, (4) understand the nature of special education needs, (5) describe a range of teaching and learning styles, (6) understand factors which determine student motivation, (7) describe the effect of and strategies for dealing with disruptive behaviour and (8) design the layout of educational environments to maximise learning potential.

Your Tutor will support you throughout the duration of the course. You complete the course by undertaking activities and assignments. Our student support team are also available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your course. You can be assured that support is available for your course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies.

By choosing to study this course with CMIT, Students have 24×7 access to CMIT eLearning for the duration of the course. This includes a comprehensive Course Manual, Video, Quizzes and personalised Tutor Support. The course documentation for this course is detailed and easy to read. You will also be able to upload assessments online and receive online feedback. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.

Who should complete this Educational Psychology Course?

• Educators and Childcare Workers: Ideal for teachers, childcare workers, and those considering a career in education, focusing on applying psychological principles to educational settings.
• Individuals Seeking Professional Qualification: Suitable for those looking to gain a professional qualification in Educational Psychology.
• Learners with a Broad Interest in Education: Perfect for anyone interested in understanding how psychological principles apply to education and learning.
• Flexible Learners: Apt for people who prefer studying at their own pace and time, especially those without prior qualifications or experience in the field.

Entry Requirements / Prerequisites

• No previous experience or qualifications are necessary to commence the course.
• Candidates must be fluent in English with excellent written English Skills in order to achieve the assessment criteria. Queries on the standard required can be directed to the college.
• As this programme is delivered through distance learning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
• Basic working knowledge of computers and access to a computer with internet access is required to do the course.
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