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Access to Higher Education Psychology

4.2
8 reviews
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  • I utilized the Individual Learning Plan to continue track to achieve every milestone in the time I expected to achieve it in. I simply need to begin by saying that I am so thankful to DistanceLearningCentre.com for giving me this opportunity and expanding my perspectives, permitting and helping me to start this trip of understanding my academic potential.
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A Level

Distance

£ 1,247 VAT inc.

The path to become a qualified psychologist!

  • Type

    A Level

  • Methodology

    Distance Learning

  • Duration

    Flexible

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Are you interested in gaining a nationwide qualification in order to apply to universities and colleges to study to become a qualified Psychologist? If you have not yet gained the mandatory qualifications necessary to entry to higher education, this course provided by The Distance Learning Centre is the perfect choice.

The centre has more than 20 years of experience providing Access Courses which are completely flexible. Therefore, the programme and subjects may vary on your needs, previous qualifications and objectives.

Upon successful completion of the course and assessments, you will be able to apply for degrees in the following areas: clinical and counselling, educational and occupational, to forensic and neuropsychology.

Training materials can be downloaded from the DLC webpage and personal tutors will provide advice through internet and phone calls. The course is flexible and has been especially designed to suit your needs, so you will decide its duration and when to study.

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Start date

Distance Learning

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

When choosing this diploma you have the option to choose either Allied Health Professions or the Social Science pathway. You will need to confirm with the university which pathway would be appropriate for your entry requirements.

Access to Higher Education Diploma Allied Health Professions or
Access to Higher Education Diploma Social Science.

We provide:


• Flexible study:

Join a course at any time of the year. If you need time off to focus on other priorities, you can take a study break and return when it suits you.


• Affordable and flexible payments:

They can be bi-weekly, monthly or all in one go, whichever suits you best.


• Peer support:

Through lively student forum and social media channels.


• University applications:

As a UCAS centre we act as a university liaison and give advice and guidance on entry requirements, personal statements, references & interview techniques.


• One-to-one tutor support:

You will be guided and supported by subject specialist teachers throughout your studies.

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Reviews

4.2
fantastic
  • I finished school 5 years ago and was employes for a year as a heathcare assitance in a nearby hospital. I thought to study nursing which I wanted to do from a good university and then I was suggested DistanceLearningCentre.com by one of my nursing colleague so I finalised to do a nursing course. Presently I have had three offers from institutions which I didn't believe was acheivable and can hardly wait to experience this and work as a nurse. Thank to DistanceLearningCentre.com for giving me this opportunity.
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  • I started to investigate on-line and on a nursing and birthing assistance discussion the name that kept coming up was DistanceLearningCentre.com. I enquired about the course and was shocked the achievement rate of understudies being acknowledged onto their picked courses (much higher rate than the school course) and the cost was reasonable, it appeared to be unrealistic. Notwithstanding, from asking past understudies on discussions and looking into DistanceLearningCentre.com I had a feeling that it was the ideal course for me. My sense was correct and I have not thought back.
    |
  • I utilized the Individual Learning Plan to continue track to achieve every milestone in the time I expected to achieve it in. I simply need to begin by saying that I am so thankful to DistanceLearningCentre.com for giving me this opportunity and expanding my perspectives, permitting and helping me to start this trip of understanding my academic potential.
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4.3
fantastic

Course rating

Recommended

Centre rating

Jenny Wilde

4.0
05/07/2017
What I would highlight: I finished school 5 years ago and was employes for a year as a heathcare assitance in a nearby hospital. I thought to study nursing which I wanted to do from a good university and then I was suggested DistanceLearningCentre.com by one of my nursing colleague so I finalised to do a nursing course. Presently I have had three offers from institutions which I didn't believe was acheivable and can hardly wait to experience this and work as a nurse. Thank to DistanceLearningCentre.com for giving me this opportunity.
What could be improved: N/A.
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Mary Adkins

3.5
05/07/2017
What I would highlight: I started to investigate on-line and on a nursing and birthing assistance discussion the name that kept coming up was DistanceLearningCentre.com. I enquired about the course and was shocked the achievement rate of understudies being acknowledged onto their picked courses (much higher rate than the school course) and the cost was reasonable, it appeared to be unrealistic. Notwithstanding, from asking past understudies on discussions and looking into DistanceLearningCentre.com I had a feeling that it was the ideal course for me. My sense was correct and I have not thought back.
What could be improved: Nothing.
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Emma Day

4.0
03/10/2016
What I would highlight: I utilized the Individual Learning Plan to continue track to achieve every milestone in the time I expected to achieve it in. I simply need to begin by saying that I am so thankful to DistanceLearningCentre.com for giving me this opportunity and expanding my perspectives, permitting and helping me to start this trip of understanding my academic potential.
What could be improved: Nothing bad.
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Sarah Harris

4.5
08/02/2016
What I would highlight: The gathering gives you an online understudy group there to bolster and energize each other. Through my study with DistanceLearningCentre.com I understood that even at 42 years old, with three young men, and as a single parent, I can accomplish anything I set my psyche to. My mentors were splendid; they were strong, reacted rapidly to my inquiries, and energized me when I questioned my capacities. The Forum was additionally an awesome wellspring of data and bolster, and my inquiries were constantly reacted to rapidly.
What could be improved: No negative aspects.
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Maureen Wicks

4.5
08/02/2016
What I would highlight: The majority of my diligent work has paid off. I should concede, it is a genuine achievement. Nothing valuable comes simply. Juggling with all day work, 3 little youngsters, family/social life, and study is amazingly troublesome. Time administration, duty and assurance are extremely fundamental to have the capacity to succeed. There were times when I had a craving for surrendering. However, with the support and consolation from my family and the DistanceLearningCentre.com coaches the greater part of my diligent work has paid off. Finishing the course with 11 Distinctions and 3 Merits - I should concede, it is a genuine achievement.
What could be improved: No negative aspects.
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Anonymous

4.5
02/11/2015
What I would highlight: Everything was unmistakably spelt out in the course materials ... simple to-peruse ... well ordered configuration. My experience concentrating on with DistanceLearningCentre.com was an affair I attempted effortlessly and startling adaptability. DistanceLearningCentre.com assets were the best I have ever observed some time recently. Everything was distinctly spelt out in the notes they offered which were in a simple to-peruse, well ordered organization, making them simple to ingest, including while out on the town while I was attempting to multi-undertaking with life errands.
What could be improved: Nothing bad.
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Natasha Simmons

4.5
15/04/2015
What I would highlight: I finished the Access to Psychology Diploma in a little more than 8 months. The last couple of weeks were very tedious but I finished it and I have picked up such a variety of new skills.
What could be improved: Nothing.
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Sibonginhlanhla Vilakati

4.0
05/03/2015
What I would highlight: Helping me accomplish something that implies a great deal to me and will change my life. A companion of mine prompted me to concentrate on with DistanceLearningCentre.com as she had done as such herself. To be completely forthright, it's been intense. Working all day and taking care of a 2 year old was testing. It requires an unfathomable measure of strictness and duty. The time appeared to fly by too. Be that as it may, as trying as it seems to be, the inclination you get when you complete is invaluable.
What could be improved: N/A.
Would you recommend this course?: Yes
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This centre's achievements

2016

All courses are up to date

The average rating is higher than 3.7

More than 50 reviews in the last 12 months

This centre has featured on Emagister for 13 years

Subjects

  • Access
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Counselling Psychology
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Psychology
  • Psychotherapy
  • Accredited
  • Occupational Psychology
  • Psycho Therapist
  • Neuropsychology
  • Education Psychology
  • IT

Teachers and trainers (1)

Nicky Leeth

Nicky Leeth

Curriculum Leader (Education & Study Skills) &Tutor

Nicky has a Degree and Masters in Psychology and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). She has been a researcher at a University. Prior to working for the DLC full time she managed and taught within the Social Studies department of a highly successful FE College in NW England where she was responsible for over 1000 students and 15 staff. Her teaching experience includes degree courses as well as level 2 and 3, adults , 16-18 year old learners and trainee teachers. She has been an examiner for AQA A level Psychology.

Course programme

Course review:

Nationally recognised Access to HE Diploma in Allied Health Professions or Access to HE Diploma in Social Science by Distance Learning (60 Credits) from an Online College established in 1993.

QAA accredited through Ascentis

Study from home at your own pace. We pride ourselves in our friendly, personal and professional service from fully qualified teaching staff.

Your personal tutor will support you in your studies through weekly phone contact and quick response to your emails. We will also help you with your UCAS application for Higher Education.

Course Modules change a little from time to time so visit the web site at for the most up to date information.

Additional information

Payment options: Regular instalments can be spread across the course. Additional Awarding Body Registration fee (currently £185) charged in two stages: after first month and after achieving 24 credits. 

Prices may vary slightly from those published on this site. Please check the fees directly on our web site for the most up to date prices.

Career opportunities: You can apply to universities for a Psychology degree course which can lead to careers in the statutory, private or voluntary sector: Clinical, Counselling, Educational, Forensic, Health, Neuropsychology, Occupational, Sports & Exercise, Teaching & Research. Other areas including: Animal Psychology, Business Psychology, Consumer Psychology, Environmental Psychology

Credits/Points: 60 credits.

Access to Higher Education Psychology

£ 1,247 VAT inc.