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Psychology encompasses aspects of human behaviour using tested theoretical framework to examine, explain and predict what we do as individuals and in groups. This Higher Education Certificate leads students into a general applied psychology program.

This is your introduction to formal studies of the human mind. Study 4 core subjects in psychology—and get entry and credit in Curtin’s Bachelor Degree. Explore individual and group behaviour. Start thinking about your career as a psychologist.

Undergraduate Certificate in Psychology

Begin your journey in the field of mental health by gaining a robust understanding of the sector.  Adelaide University’s 100% online Undergraduate Certificate in Mental Health can be completed in just six months of full-time study and is an ideal first step towards a range of in-demand degrees with your credit.

In just six months, pick up the basics of psychology and counselling. You’ll cover ethical practice and explore how culture shapes wellbeing. This mental health qualification unlocks entry-level support roles and further study in psychology.

Undergraduate Certificate in Mental Health

Why do people behave the way that they do? How do thoughts, feelings, and emotions all intersect? How can we scientifically study the mind and its functions? Our three-year, fully online, accredited Bachelor of Psychology provides you with answers to these questions and more.In this course, you will learn about the psychological processes that underlie behaviour, as well as receive training in the analysis of data and research methodologies. You will graduate from Macquarie University’s Bachelor of Psychology ready to work in a range of settings, including health, social welfare, human resources, market research, social policy, and more. As the degree is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), completing the degree will provide you with opportunities to undertake additional honours and postgraduate study, which could lead to registration as a psychologist. Worried about putting life on hold while you complete your degree? No need to worry. Our degree can be taken part-time and from anywhere, so you can make your psychology degree work for you.Support during your courseMacquarie University’s School of Psychological Sciences is well equipped to support you throughout your psychology degree. With two dedicated course directors to assist you with planning your degree, and psychology OUA student representatives at first, second, and third year, there will be plenty of opportunities for you to connect with staff and fellow students.See what other students have said about our online psychology course: &quot;I was initially hesitant to study Psychology. As a mature student, mother of two, and immigrant without prior university experience, studying felt like an impossible dream. However, studying at Macquarie University through Open Universities Australia has completely transformed my perspective. The study material is easily accessible and engaging, making the learning enjoyable. The tutors and lecturers are always supportive and readily available whenever someone needs assistance. While the study is remote, I always feel included and part of the community. I participate in study groups and have even made friends along the way. The journey may be long and challenging, but if you are motivated, Macquarie University offers the support you need to succeed. More than halfway into my degree, I am considering Honours and postgraduate study. Studying psychology at Macquarie University through OUA has allowed me to dream further than I would ever imagine, and I&#39;m so glad I decided to pursue it.&quot;

Take an online journey through the corridors of the mind. Explore how people think and behave. You’ll deep dive into the science of behaviour and open windows to a range of career options in psychology and beyond.

Bachelor of Psychology

If you&#39;re passionate about understanding the human mind and how it drives behaviour, La Trobe&#39;s Undergraduate Certificate in Psychological Science provides you with the foundational knowledge in psychological science and the interdisciplinary skills to upskill, prepare you for future studies, or transition into a career within the field of psychological science.Explore foundational subjects that will introduce you to core areas of psychology, including brain and mind, people and culture. Expand your understanding of the world by exploring the psychology of individuals, groups, communities and populations, and propose your own research question in an applied area of psychology. Graduate with the insights needed to understand human behaviour in culturally diverse settings.Make study work around work and life commitments with part-time online learning, giving you the freedom to study anywhere. You&#39;ll gain the confidence to directly pathway to the Bachelor of Psychological Science, where you&#39;ll continue to build your knowledge in areas of clinical, health, developmental and social psychology.You&#39;ll learn:<ul><li>Applied psychology<ul><li>Learn how psychology is applied to different areas and health-related settings, such as individual and public health, sports, forensic, and community-based psychology.</li></ul></li><li>Psychology of people and culture<ul><li>Understand how personal experiences, including emotions, motivation, intimacy with others, and health behaviours are shaped by cultural understanding and social expectations in society.</li></ul></li><li>Scientific foundations of psychology<ul><li>Explore the philosophical, historical and methodological foundations of the discipline of psychology, critically examining theories in psychological science.</li></ul></li><li>Understanding the brain and mind<ul><li>Discover the role of the brain in creating behaviour, including how the brain influences behaviour change across the lifespan and how we process and understand information from our senses.</li></ul></li></ul>

Build a foundation in the core areas of psychological science. You’ll study the mind and human behaviours across the lifespan. Develop research and communication skills. Graduate ready for further study. Start thinking about a rewarding career.

Undergraduate Certificate in Psychological Science

Take your first step toward understanding and influencing human behaviour, and your graduate diploma. The program provides foundational knowledge and skills for individuals who wish to explore the field of psychology (e.g. organisational or educational psychology), and builds a strong foundation in psychological theory and research.

Explore psychological theory and research. Unpack the links between personality and behaviour, and how people change with age. You’ll build academic skills in analysis and communication—use them in the workplace or apply them to further studies.

Graduate Certificate of Psychology

The Diploma of Counselling is an introductory program that provides graduates with the skillset to understand human behaviour.You will explore a range of topics, including mental health, the impact of chronic health conditions on quality of life, foundational mental health intervention skills, and applied counselling skills. During your studies, you will focus on adopting healthy thoughts and behaviours as part of a self-care approach. This will introduce you to a range of skills to manage stress and enhance the well-being of yourself and others through lifestyle practices, mindfulness, and positive psychology.The Diploma of Counselling can be undertaken for a variety of reasons: as a complementary skillset to support an existing career, by people managers looking to support their staff, or to build an understanding of mental health to support yourself and others.If you&#39;re interested in further study, you can progress with credit into the <a href="https://www.utas.edu.au/courses/53f" target="_blank">Bachelor of Psychological Science</a> to continue your journey in the study of psychology and counselling.If you&#39;re interested in becoming a qualified counsellor you will need to complete the <a href="https://www.utas.edu.au/courses/chm/courses/m6i-graduate-diploma-in-counselling" target="_blank">Graduate Diploma in Counselling</a>.Graduates may meet the requirements for registration with the ACA as a professional member. There may be additional requirements for registration beyond the completion of the course. For further registration requirements, please visit the <a href="http://www.theaca.net.au/" target="_blank">Australian Counselling Association website</a>.

Gain an introduction to a range of topics including mental health, the impact of chronic health conditions on quality of life, mental health first aid, and applied counselling skills.

Diploma of Counselling

Understand the human mind and how it drives behaviour.La Trobe&#39;s Bachelor of Psychological Science will prepare you for a career as a professional psychologist, or in a psychology-related field across industries from clinical psychology to human services and marketing.Elective subjects with a choice of minor sequences in Human Relationships and Neuroscience gives you the flexibility to work towards the career you want. You&#39;ll learn:<ul><li>Analytical, research and communication skills<ul><li>Learn skills that are essential to your future career in psychology.</li></ul></li><li>Clinical and health psychology<ul><li>Gain an understanding of how to help people cope with mental and physical disorders.</li></ul></li><li>Developmental and social psychology<ul><li>Understand how environmental factors contribute to peoples&#39; psychological makeup.</li></ul></li><li>Psychological assessment, intervention and research<ul><li>Become familiar with methods to understand and measure people&#39;s psychological state.</li><li>Learn when and how to intervene and how to conduct research.</li></ul></li></ul>

From public health to business, this course opens a range of career pathways in addition to professional psychology. You’ll study the scientific foundations of psychology, and zoom in on human relationships or neuroscience. Includes research methods.

Bachelor of Psychological Science

This degree is delivered in collaboration with Queensland Health&#39;s Forensic Mental Health Service to provide postgraduate professional training for current or future forensic mental health practitioners, including nurses, psychologists, social workers and psychiatrists. It also provides an extension to undergraduate degrees in nursing, applied science, criminology and criminal justice, and applied psychology. The degree provides advanced training to enhance and develop specialist skills and knowledge to work more effectively with the forensic mental health population. You will gain a thorough understanding of research-based knowledge in forensic mental health and how it is applied in practice.

Become a highly valued forensic mental health specialist able to practise at an advanced level. Study assessment, legislation and policies, research and evaluation. Examine interventions with offenders, justice and crime, law and behaviour.

Master of Forensic Mental Health

Delve into the foundations of psychology, nurturing a deep understanding of mental health and wellbeing. Gain invaluable insights into the Australian health system, preparing you for challenges and opportunities within the sector.

Delve into the foundations of psychology. Nurture your understanding of mental health and wellbeing. You’ll gain invaluable insights into the Australian health system. Get prepared for the challenges and opportunities of a psychology career.

Diploma in Psychological Science

If you have an interest in the science of psychology and in counselling, this course will introduce you to the professional art of counselling with the added bonus of preparing you for advanced psychology training.You’ll acquire skills to analyse and research behaviour and to be able to explain interactions between people and their environment. The course is also a great springboard to postgraduate studies in psychology and counselling.

Begin to explore people’s behaviour and gain the confidence to help them change. Complement your growing knowledge of psychology with introductory counselling skills. By exploring your own values, you’ll be prepped to work with groups and individuals.

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