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Adolescent Psychology

Build a deeper understanding of adolescent development by exploring emotional, social and psychological change while gaining practical knowledge to confidently support teenagers through life’s most important transitions.

Duration: 100 Hours
Modules: 10
Qualification: Statement of Attainment

£329.00

12 Months
Unlimited Tutor Support
100% Online Self Paced
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Who Is This Course For?

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Ideal for parents, teachers, youth workers, carers and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of adolescent behaviour, development and emotional wellbeing.

Whether supporting young people professionally or personally, you’ll develop practical insight into teenage development, improving your confidence when responding to behavioural, emotional and social challenges throughout adolescence.

What You’ll Learn

High quality content, with clearly structured knowledge.

01

Recognise key developmental changes shaping adolescent behaviour, thinking and emotional wellbeing confidently

02

Discover how physical, emotional and intellectual development influence adolescent decision-making, relationships and behaviour during important teenage years together

03

See how developmental psychology, family influences, moral reasoning, emotional wellbeing and social experiences interact to shape adolescent behaviour, resilience and successful transitions into adulthood

04

Confidently identify common challenges experienced throughout adolescence with greater understanding and empathy

05

Know how to respond positively to emotional difficulties, behavioural concerns and changing family relationships while supporting healthy adolescent development every day

06

Move beyond simply understanding teenage behaviour by developing practical strategies, psychological insight and greater confidence to support adolescents through complex emotional, social and developmental changes

YOUR SUCCESS MATTERS

All courses have unlimited tutor support by phone and email, with industry-leading high quality content.

Course Modules

Learn modules one step at a time, and each module leads naturally into the next one.

Module 1

Introduction

  • Human development theories
  • Adolescence
  • Piaget's theory
  • Moral development
  • Erikson's theory

Module 2

Life Crises

  • Puberty
  • Attachment theory
  • Internalised problems
  • Externalised problems
  • Adolescent challenges

Module 3

Physical Development

  • Female puberty
  • Male puberty
  • Hormones
  • Physical activity
  • Obesity

Module 4

Intellectual Development

  • Formal operations
  • Cognitive development
  • School problems
  • Intellectual growth

Module 5

Emotional Development

  • Freud's theories
  • Emotional problems
  • Grief
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders

Module 6

Sexuality

  • Gender identity
  • Social identity
  • Gender dysphoria
  • Sexual behaviour
  • Answering questions

Module 7

Social Development

  • Family influence
  • Parenting styles
  • Parent relationships
  • Social development
  • Family dynamics

Module 8

Moral Development

  • Piaget's theory
  • Kohlberg's theory
  • Moral reasoning
  • Ethical development

Module 9

Delinquency & Crime

  • Juvenile delinquency
  • Gangs
  • Substance abuse
  • Child abuse
  • Behaviour management

Module 10

Transition to Adulthood

  • Erikson's stages
  • Adult transition
  • Identity development
  • Life changes
  • Future planning

Course Information

Everything you need to know before you enrol, explained clearly in one simple place.

REQUIREMENTS

No previous experience required

This course is designed for anyone beginners and suitable for all learners.

Basic computer skills recommended

You'll only need basic computer skills and internet access.

Internet connection required

A stable internet connection is needed to access your course materials and submit assessments.

ASSESSMENT

Tutor-marked assignments

Your assignments are marked by experienced tutors who provide helpful feedback.

Practical assessments

Learn by doing with practical assessments designed to build real world skills.

No examinations

There are no exams. Your learning is assessed through practical assignments and activities.

QUALIFICATION

Digital certificate

Your qualification will be issued as a digital certificate which you can download and share.

Issued on completion

Your certificate is issued once you have successfully completed all course requirements.