OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Psychology
OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Psychology
About Course
Overview This 240-credit qualification combines the Level 4 and Level 5 Diploma in Psychology into a single programme, equivalent to the first two years of a UK BSc Honours degree. It provides a comprehensive and accelerated pathway to direct entry into the final year of a UK Psychology degree, covering the full breadth of foundational and applied psychology from biopsychology, attachment and memory through to psychopathology, addiction, criminology and contemporary debates.
Total Course Duration
- 18 to 24 Months (Full Time)
- Hours: 1200 Guided Learning Hours (minimum)
- Total Qualification Time: 2400 hours
Module Structure Covers all 12 mandatory units from both the Level 4 and Level 5 Diploma in Psychology for a combined total of 240 credits.
Assessment All units are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM. Assessment is via assignment submission only. No exams.
Requirements/Instructions
- Learners must attend all scheduled sessions or engage fully with online learning materials
- All assignments must be submitted by the deadlines provided
- Learners must have access to a computer or device with internet connection
- Academic integrity must be maintained at all times
- Learners must engage with the recommended reading and resources provided
Progression and Career Outcomes Direct entry to the final year of a UK BSc Psychology degree. Career paths include psychologist assistant, mental health practitioner, forensic psychology trainee, behavioural analyst, HR specialist and social care coordinator.