Educational Psychology

Educational Psychology Certification

Educational Psychology Certification course is ideal for those who expect to kick start a career in educational psychology as an HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registered practitioner. It helps the learners to acquire a complete comprehension over the cognitive process of learning and behavioural therapy. At this level they can gain knowledge on an introductory level which can later be advanced into more progressive areas of study.

1Training presents this course which is the foundation to educational psychology that helps the learners to understand different methods of learning. Furthermore they are provided an insight into specific educational requirements of individual students and how to assist them to improve their ability to grasp knowledge and perform well at exams. By taking Educational Psychology Certification course you will be able to help the students to learn better irrespective of the limitations they have.

By getting registered for the Educational Psychology Certification, you not only receive a recognised qualification, but it also paves way to get registered as a HCPC registered practitioner. Consequently this qualification provides the theoretical knowledge on educational psychology while leading them to become accredited professionals in the field. Moreover they are given an understanding of the skills required to develop as professionals with the intention of providing a better service to the clients.

Please Note: You need to Register with HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) to practice as a Psychologist

Why You Should Consider Taking this Course at 1Training?

1Training is a leading online provider for several accrediting bodies, and provides learners the opportunity to take this exclusive course awarded by CPD. At 1Training, we give our fullest attention to our learners’ needs and ensure they have the necessary information required to proceed with the Course. Learners who register will be given excellent support, discounts for future purchases and be eligible for a TOTUM Discount card and Student ID card with amazing offers and access to retail stores, the library, cinemas, gym memberships and their favourite restaurants.

COURSE CURRICULUM

Module 01 : History and Educational Aims

• Educational Psychology
• What Is Learning
• Becoming an Effective Teacher
• Behavioral, Cognitive, Developmental, Social Cognitive & Constructivist Perspectives
• Individuals with Disabilities Education-Act History & Summary

Module 02 : Cognitive Perspective of Learning & Information Processing

• Cognitive Perspective
• Sensation
• Perception
• Gestalt Principles of Organization
• The Two Store Model of Memory : Types of Memory & Storage
• Categorizing Memory
• Improving Retrieval Of Memories
• Retrieving Long Term Memories

Module 03 : Knowledge Organization

• Types of Information Transfer
• Cognitive Thinking
• How to Advance Creativity in A Learning Environment
• Types of Problem And Problem Solving Strategies

Module 04 : Advance Creativity in a Learning Environment

• Availability Heuristic
• Piaget's Formal Operational Stage

Module 05 : Behavioral Theory

• Thorndike and the Law Of Effect
• Classical Conditioning
• Operant Conditioning
• Scheduling Reinforcement

Module 06 : Applying the Premack Principle in the Classroom

• Applying the Premack Principle in the Classroom
• Shaping
• Reducing Undesirable Behaviors in the Classroom
• Externalizing Behaviors

Module 07 : Child and Adolescent Development

• Development Milestones & Nature Vs. Nurture
• Using Cognitive Development Psychology In Classroom
• Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development
• Assimilation & Accommodation
• Stages of Cognitive Development
• Lev Vyogtsky's Theory of Cognitive Development
• Zone of Proximal Development and Scaffolding In The Classroom

Module 08 : Social Constructivism and the Mediated Learning Experience

• Social Constructivism
• Tools to Advance Cognitive Development
• Differences between Piaget's And Vyogtsky’s Cognitive Development Theory
• Social & Cognitive Development
• Erikson's Stages of Identity Formation
• Linguistic
• Bilingual Education, Immersion and Multi-Cultural Education

Module 09 : Moral & Pro-Social Behavior

• Moral & Pro Social Behavior
• Kolberg's Stages Of Development
• Carol Gilligan's Theory of Moral Development
• Gender Differences In Classroom
• Gender Differences
• Bronfenbrenner's Micro System
• Client Centered Therapy By Rogers

Module 10 : The Importance of Motivation in an Educational Environment

• Motivation
• Social-Cognitive Learning Theory
• Maslow's Hierarchy Of Needs
• Albert Bandura: Social Cognitive Theory & Vicarious Learning
• Attribution Theory And The Principles Of Locus Of Control
• Expectance Value Theory
• Goal Orientation Theory

Module 11 : Using Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation to Enhance Learning

• Introduction
• Self-Efficacy Vs. Self-Concept
• Self Determination Theory
• Role Of Motivation In Self-Regulated Learning

Module 12 : Teacher Expectations & Attributions

• Introduction to Attributions
• Learned Helplessness In Children
• Extrinsic Motivation In Psychology

Module 13 : Methods of Measuring Intelligence

• Types of Intelligence
• Multiple Intelligences
• Impact of Parenting Styles on Different Styles of Learners
• The Effect of Culture, Socialization, and Culture Shock on Education
• Self-Socialization
• Changes of Sense of Self from Childhood
• James Marcia's Identity Theory

Module 14 : Educating Students with Special Needs

• Methods of Measuring Intelligence
• Educating Students with Special Needs
• Using an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) In Education
• How to Identify Children with a Learning Disability
• Affection Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
• Speech & Communication Disorders

Module 15 : Emotional & Behavioral Disorders

• Characteristics of Speech Sound Errors
• Autism, Asperger's Syndrome
• Cognitive & Social Functioning Delays

Module 16 : Advanced Cognitive Development

• Adapting Instruction for Learners with Sensory Challenges
• Advanced Cognitive Development and Renzulli's Triad
• Ability Grouping and Tracking in Schools
• What Is Dysgraphia?

Module 17 : Forms of Assessment

• Forms of Assessments
• Standardized Assessments & Formative vs. Summative Evolutions
• Quality of Good Assessment
• Validity in Assessment
• The Reliability Coefficient and Reliability Assessment

Module 18 : Performance Assessments

• Product Vs. Process
• Assessment Results
• Summarizing Assessment Results
• Using Standard Deviation and Bell Curves for Assessment
• Norm Vs. Criterion- Referenced Scoring
• Using Mean, Mode And Median for Assessments

Module 19 : Standardized Tests in Education

• Advantages & Disadvantages
• High-Stakes Testing
• Testing Bias, Cultural Bias, Languages Differences In Assessments
• Uses & Misuse Of Assessment In Classroom
• Special Education & Ecological Assessments

Module 20 : Instructional Strategies

• Instructional Strategies
• Direct Instruction & Discovery Instructions
• Differentiated Instructions
• Bloom's Taxonomy & Assessments
• Expository Approaches To Instruction

Module 21 : Advance Organizers In The Classroom

• Teaching Strategies & Advantages
• Cooperative & Collaborative Learning In
• The Classroom
• Using Waiting Time In Classroom
• Classroom Management Techniques

Module 22 : Types of Research Design

• Introduction
• True Experimental Design
• Validity & Reliability
• How To Interpret Correlations In Research Results
• Interferential Statistics For Psychological Studies

Module 23 : Research Ethics In Educational Psychology

• Introduction
• Stimulus Generalization

Method of assessment

At the end of the course learners will take an online multiple choice question assessment. This test is marked automatically and you will receive an instant grade and know whether you have passed the course. Those who successfully pass this course will be awarded a free e-certificate, and only need to pay £19 for your printed certificate.

Certification

Upon the successful completion of the course, you will be awarded the “Diploma in Educational Psychology” free e-certificate, and only need to pay £19 for your printed certificate.

KEY FEATURES

• Gain an accredited UK qualification
• Access to excellent quality study materials
• Learners will be eligible for TOTUM Discount Card
• Personalized learning experience
• One year’s access to the course
• Support by phone, live chat, and email

• Parents & Counsellors
• Job hunters & School leavers
• College or University student & graduates
• Teachers & Tutors
• Headmasters
• Education consultants
• Education providers
• Office clerk & Administration Assistant
• Educational Psychologist
• Charity workers or Social workers

• The learners must be 16 years or older
• They must have a basic understanding of English and IT
• They are required to have a computer or a tablet with internet connection

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