COURSE STRUCTURE
The course is divided into 6 modules/subjects as follows:
(Each Module = 100 hours)
2 x Core (compulsory) Modules: Course Code:
- Introduction to Psychology (Re019)
- Psychology and Counselling (Re020)
4 x Optional (elective) modules from:
- Industrial Psychology
- Educational Psychology
- Sports Psychology
- Child Psychology
- Adolescent Psychology
- Biopsychology I
- Marketing Psychology
- Conflict Management
- Counselling Skills I
- Counselling Techniques
- Professional Practice in Counselling
CORE MODULES
Introduction to Psychology (Re019)
This course covers basic principles of human psychology. There are seven lessons in this course, as follows:
The nature & scope of Psychology
Neurological basis of behaviour
Environmental effects on behaviour
Consciousness and perception
Personality
Psychological development
Needs, drives and motivation
Psychology and Counselling (Re020)
Successful completion of this module will develop the learner’s ability to analyse psychological processes and apply that knowledge in counselling or advisory situations. There are seven lessons in this module, as follows:
Stress
Abnormal Behaviour
Individual Behaviour
Group Behaviour
Methods of Dealing with Abnormalities
Conflict Resolution
Interpersonal Communication Skills
ELECTIVE MODULES (selected outlines)
Child Psychology
This module is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the cognitive, behavioural and emotional development of children. There are twelve lessons in this module, as follows:
Introduction to Child Psychology
The Newborn Infant
States & Senses of the Infant
Learning
Emotions and Socialisation
Cognitive Development
Language Development
Intelligence
Socialisation – Part A
Morality
Sexuality
Socialisation – Part B
Industrial Psychology
This module will develop your understanding of how the psychological state of employees in the workplace affects both their work and their overall well being. There are ten lessons in this course, as follows:
Introduction
Understanding the Employees Thinking
Personality & Temperament
Psychological Testing
Management & Managers
The Work Environment
Motivation and Incentives
Recruitment
Social Considerations
Abnormalities and Disorders
Sports Psychology
Successful completion of this module will develop your skills and understanding of the psychological dimensions of sports performance and coaching. There are ten lessons in this module as follows:
Introduction
Psychological Traits of Successful Athletes
Anxiety & Arousal
Motivation
Aggression
Leadership & Coaching
Team Dynamics
SpecialGroups.
Educational Psychology
Successful completion of this module will develop an understanding of the psychological processes that influence learning. There are eight lessons in this module as follows:
Introduction –Development & Learning Theory
Behavioural Learning
Information Processing
Memory Retention & Loss
Individual Needs
Constructivist Learning
Motivation
Conflict Management
This course gives the student insight into conflict and into different techniques for managing conflict to product positive outcomes. There are eight lessons in this course, as follows:
Conflict Management and Anger
Listening
Negotiation
Mediation
Facilitation
Balance of Power
Discussion and Group Work
Crisis Analysis and Responses
Biopsychology
Successful completion of this module will develop your understanding of physiological influences on human behaviour and the influence of thoughts, feelings, perception and other psychological processes on the physiology of the body. There are seven lessons in this module as follows:
Introduction
The Senses
The Nervous System
The Endocrine System
Stress
Emotions
Consciousness
Marketing Psychology
Successful completion of this module will develop your understanding of the psychological influences on consumers, and your ability to apply psychology to marketing. There are eight lessons in this module as follows:
People as Consumers
Market Segmentation
Internal Influences –Perception & Personality
Internal Influences –Motivation and Awareness
Social Influences –Small groups and family; social class, culture etc
Consumerism
Communication and Persuasion
Deciding to Buy
This course is accredited by the International Accreditation and Recognition Council.
Our Teaching Staff for this Course
Tracey Jones - Academic Officer & Tutor (U.K.)
B.Sc. (Hons) (Psychology), M.Soc.Sc (social work), DipSW (social work), PGCE (Education), PGD (Learning Disability Studies). Tracey has around 15 years experience within the psychology and social work field, particularly working with people with learning disabilities. She is also qualified as a teacher and now teaches psychology and social work related subjects. She is a book reviewer for the British Journal of Social Work. Tracey has also written a text book on Psychology and has had several short stories published
Gavin Cole B.Sc., Psych.Cert., Cert.Garden Design, MACA
Gavin has over 18 years of industry experience in Psychology, Landscaping, Publishing /and Education. He was operations manager for a highly reputable British Landscape firm (The Chelsea Gardener) before starting up his own firm. He spent the best part of three years working in our Gold Coast office, partly as a writer for Your Backyard (gardening magazine), and partly as a tutor in both psychology and horticulture. Gavin is now based in the UK, working with ACS and pursuing studies toward a Masters Degree in Psychology.
Lyn Quirk M.Prof.Ed.; Adv.Dip.Compl.Med (Naturopathy); Adv.Dip.Sports Therapy
Lyn has 25 years of experience in the Fitness, Health and Leisure Industries. She has a string of qualifications that are far too long to list here; being qualified and registered to teach, coach or instruct a wide range of different sports and other skills.
Lyn established and managed Health clubs at three major five star resorts on Queensland's Gold Coast, including the Marriot. She was a department head for a large government vocational college (TAFE), and has conducted her own aquafitness business for many years. Lyn has amongst her other commitments worked as a tutor for ACS for almost 10 years, and over that time, participated in the development or upgrading of most courses in her fields of expertise.
Jemima Beaumont B.A.(Psych); Adv.Dip Photog (part)
Jemima has a diverse background, in retailing, administration, counselling and photography; including Optical Dispenser (OPSM), Student Guidance Mentor (ANU) and Office Manager (People with Disabilities)
Tosca Zraikat B.A. (Writing); B.Teaching
Over 35 years of industry experience in writing, education, management and welfare. Tosca is completing the final stages of a Masters Degree in writing she also works as a tutor and writer for ACS, and runs a small editing business.
Dr. Mark L. Berman Ph.D.
Dr.Berman is a psychological consultant who operates out of Phoenix, Arizona, USA.
Prior to that he was on the faculty of The Pennsylvania State University and the University of Washington for a number of years.
He has been a member of the American Psychological Association for thirty-two years, and the National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology for nearly twenty-six years. Dr. Berman has served as a Contributing Editor to Educational Technology, as a Field Reader for the U.S. Office of Education, and as a Manuscript Reviewer for Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry, as well as the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis. His professional interests and experiences are widespreead, and include comprehensive psychotherapy, evaluations of persons from ages four through ninety, and personal energy management. His fifth book is due for publication this coming Spring, and he has more than sixty articles, invited chapters, etc.
If you would like to see our range of psychology books, please visit - http://www.acsbookshop.com/books_productcategory.aspx?id=14
For more information on the range of careers available in psychology, have a look at - http://www.thecareersguide.com/articles.aspx?category=14
We have some interesting articles on psychology and counseling at - http://www.acs.edu.au/psychol/
Fee Payment Options
You can pay either
- Full Fees
- As a two part payment plan
- As a four part payment plan
If you pay in full on enrolment, the fees are discounted.
If you pay in 2 parts, the first half of the course is supplied initially; and the second part payment is not made until you have completed the first half (at which time the second half of the course is supplied).
If you pay in 4 parts, the first half is still supplied; you are then billed a second payment (due 2 months later). The third payment becomes due when you commence the second half of the certificate.The fourth part is due 2 months after that.
