Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Psychology

Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Psychology

About this course

The aim of the Level 4 Diploma in Psychology qualification is to provide learners with a specialist programme of study that provides a depth of knowledge and understanding of key aspects within the field of Psychology. Learners will be introduced to historical and contemporary approaches to psychology, including biopsychology, social and developmental psychology, attachment theories, human memory processes and contemporary research and investigation methods.

Successful completion of the QUALIFI Level 4 Diploma in Psychology provides learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment.

Course Information

Course TitleQUALIFI Level 4 Diploma in Psychology
Course Code610/2149/0
Course Fee€1,512
Course TypeQualification
LevelMQF/EQF Level 5
Programme Duration8 months
Mode of AttendanceFull time
Mode of DeliveryOnline or on Campus
Total Credits60 ECTS
Course LanguageEnglish
Admission Requirements

Approved Centres are responsible for reviewing and making decisions as to the applicant’s ability to complete the learning programme successfully and meet the demands of the qualification. The initial assessment by the centre will need to consider the support that is readily available or can be made available to meet individual learner needs as appropriate.
The qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access. For this qualification, applicants must be aged 18 or over.

Learning Modules

Mandatory Units

  • The Scope of Psychology
  • Social And Developmental Psychology
  • Biopsychology
  • The Development of Psychological Attachments
  • Processes Of Human Memory
  • Research Methods and Investigating Psychology
Learning Outcomes
  • Understand the key methodological issues and theorising in social psychology.
  • Understand the main theoretical views in cognition and development.
  • Understand the structure and function of the nervous system and the system’s location in the brain.
  • Understand learning theory of attachment.
Progression Routes

QUALIFI Level 5 Diploma in Psychology, or directly into employment in an associated profession.