Specialist Diploma in Applied Psychology ACC Institute of Human Services
Price: SGD 4,500
  • Duration: 9 Months

Course details

Introduction to the Programme

The programme has been designed for:

  • Participants with the aspirations of becoming psychologists or psychology-related works 
  • Professionals who wish to improve their skills in their current work areas such as in pre-schools, primary and secondary schools, health and social services etc. 
  • Enthusiastic adults who are interested in psychology for their personal growth 

The programme provides participants with:

  • The core concept of psychology theories with in-depth grounding of the main foundational components in psychology 
  • Examples of case studies to integrate theories with applications 
  • An understanding of the ethical and professional issues and consideration of the cultural issues will be discussed
Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the course, applicants must fulfil the following conditions:

  • Diploma holders in any field 
  • Be at least 18 years of age 
  • Mature applicants not meeting the admission requirements are invited to apply as the program recognises relevant life experiences that students bring with them 
  • Application will be considered on a case-by-case basis; in some circumstances, interview might be needed
Course Topics

  • Module 1 - Psychology 101 
  • Module 2 - Developmental Psychology 
  • Module 3 - Social Psychology 
  • Module 4 - Psychological Issues in Everyday Life 
  • Module 5 - Cognitive Psychology 
  • Module 6 - Abnormal Psychology 
  • Module 7 - Experimental Psychology

Updated on 22 November, 2018

Job roles this course is suitable for:

Psychologist , Psychology Lecturer , Behavior Therapist

About ACC Institute of Human Services

The ACC Institute of Human Services (formerly known as ACC School of Counselling and Psychology) was established in 2003 and seeks to raise the ethical standards and professionalism of counsellors through strategic training and educational programmes.

Why study at ACC

ACC is a leading institute of higher learning specializing in human services training and education programmes. ACC offers a wide range of courses on counselling and psychology leading to Certificate, Diploma and Specialist Diplomas.

We also organise training workshops by established trainers in counselling, psychotherapy and psychology to cater to the needs of counsellors, psychologists and other helping professionals.

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