10 Modules
2 - 3 MonthsOverview
Course Description
This comprehensive online psychology training program covers key psychological concepts, theories, and practical applications. From analyzing behavior and personality to managing mental health and understanding social influence, you'll explore every aspect of the human mind.
What you'll learn
- The basics of psychology in everyday life
- Behavior theories: Classical and Operant Conditioning
- How people make decisions, reason, and think critically
- Understanding personality types and developmental theories (Freud & Erikson)
- Building a strong self-concept and emotional intelligence
- Introduction to abnormal psychology and mental health conditions
- Ethical practices in counseling and psychotherapy
- Social psychology: influence, perception, relationships
- Enhancing mental health awareness and stress management
- Exploring psychology-related career opportunities
Course Features:
- Downloadable study materials, templates, and quizzes
- Interactive exercises and self-assessment tools
- Real-life case studies and psychological simulations
- One-on-one support from certified psychology mentors
- Build a personal and professional growth roadmap
- Earn a Psychology Course Certificate on completion
Course Content
Overview of psychology: definition, history, and major perspectives
Branches of psychology: clinical, cognitive, developmental, social, and more
Research methods in psychology: experimental, correlational, observational
Key ethical considerations in psychological research
Structure and function of the nervous system
Brain anatomy and its role in behavior and cognition
Neurotransmitters and their influence on behavior
The endocrine system and hormonal regulation
Hands-on: Case study on a neurological disorder
Understanding sensation and perception: definitions and distinctions
The sensory systems: vision, hearing, taste, smell, and touch
Perceptual processes: attention, organization, and interpretation
Perceptual illusions and their significance
Hands-on: Exploring sensory perception through interactive demonstrations
Theories of learning: classical conditioning, operant conditioning, and observational learning
Key concepts: reinforcement, punishment, extinction, and generalization
Applications of learning theories in real life
Hands-on: Designing a basic behavioral modification plan
Models of memory: sensory memory, short-term memory, long-term memory
Processes of memory: encoding, storage, retrieval
Factors affecting memory: forgetting, interference, and amnesia
Cognitive processes: thinking, problem-solving, decision-making
Hands-on: Memory enhancement techniques and cognitive exercises
Overview of human development: prenatal, childhood, adolescence, adulthood
Key theories: Piaget's stages of cognitive development, Erikson's psychosocial stages
Physical, cognitive, and social development across the lifespan
Hands-on: Analyzing a case study on developmental milestones
Major theories of personality: psychoanalytic, trait, humanistic, and social-cognitive
Personality assessment: types and methods (e.g., self-report, projective tests)
The role of genetics and environment in shaping personality
Hands-on: Exploring personality through self-assessment questionnaires
Defining abnormal behavior: criteria and classification
Major psychological disorders: anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders
Approaches to treatment: psychotherapy, medication, alternative therapies
Hands-on: Case study analysis of a mental health disorder
Key concepts in social psychology: social cognition, attitudes, persuasion, and conformity
Group dynamics: group behavior, leadership, decision-making
Social influence and aggression: causes and effects
Hands-on: Designing an experiment on social influence
Integrative project: applying psychological concepts to a real-world issue (e.g., mental health awareness campaign, behavioral intervention plan)
Presenting the project and receiving feedback
Review of key concepts and takeaways
Q&A and troubleshooting
