The Educational Psychologist course is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of child development, learning needs, behaviour, and mental health within educational settings. This CPD-accredited course equips you with the psychological knowledge required to support children and young people, particularly those with Special Educational Needs (SEN), to achieve positive learning and wellbeing outcomes.

Educational psychology plays a vital role across schools, SEN provision, social care, and mental health services in the UK. This flexible online course explores attachment, cognitive and emotional development, inclusive teaching strategies, neurodevelopmental conditions, and mental health across the lifespan.

If you are searching for an educational psychologist course UK, child psychology and SEN training, or learning support and educational development course, this programme provides a strong academic and practical foundation.

Enrol today and develop the skills needed to support learning, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing in educational environments.

Educational Psychologist Course Overview

This course introduces the core principles of educational psychology, focusing on child development, SEN support, and mental health in learning environments.

You will study:

• Foundations of child psychology in education
• Attachment theory and relationship building
• Impacts of separation, loss, and trauma on learning
• Biological, social, and environmental factors influencing development
• Cognitive development and learning processes
• Social and emotional development in children
• Personality and intellectual development
• Language development and communication
• Moral development and behaviour
• Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs
• High-quality teaching for inclusive education
• SEN teaching methodologies and strategies
• Autism, ADHD, and dyslexia across the lifespan
• Self-harm awareness and mental health challenges
• Mental health treatment approaches
• The relationship between mental health, society, and education in the UK

Each module builds your ability to understand learning needs and apply psychological principles in educational and support roles.

Learning Outcomes of This Educational Psychologist Course

By the end of this CPD-accredited Educational Psychologist course, you will:

• Understand key theories of child and educational psychology
• Recognise attachment patterns and their impact on learning
• Understand cognitive, emotional, and social development
• Identify factors that influence children’s behaviour and progress
• Support pupils with SEN using inclusive strategies
• Recognise characteristics of autism, ADHD, and dyslexia
• Understand mental health challenges affecting learners
• Apply psychological knowledge in educational settings
• Promote positive learning environments and wellbeing

Why Enrol in This Educational Psychologist Course?

This CPD-accredited course is ideal for individuals working in or aspiring to work in education, SEN support, or child development roles. It strengthens professional confidence, enhances inclusive practice, and supports progression into psychology, education, and support services.

With flexible 24/7 online access, you can study at your own pace while gaining skills highly valued by UK schools and care providers.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is suitable for:

• Teaching assistants and learning support assistants
• SEN support staff and inclusion practitioners
• Early years and childcare professionals
• Youth and family support workers
• Aspiring educational psychologists
• Parents and carers interested in child development

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. It is suitable for:

• Beginners interested in educational psychology
• Professionals seeking to strengthen SEN and child development knowledge
• Learners preparing for further study in psychology or education

Assessment Method

Assessment for the Educational Psychologist course is conducted through an automated multiple-choice exam. A 60% pass mark is required to successfully complete the course and earn the CPD Accredited Certificate.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course and final assessment, you will receive a CPD QS Accredited Certificate from Apex Learning, confirming your knowledge of educational psychology and SEN support.

Digital Certificate: £9.99 (discounted)
Hard Copy Certificate: £14.99 (discounted)

Note: Discounted certificate pricing is available for a limited time only. Secure yours before the offer ends.

Career Path

Completing this course supports progression into roles such as:

Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant
Support learning and classroom engagement
Average UK salary: £18,000 – £28,000

SEN Support Worker
Support pupils with additional learning needs
Average UK salary: £19,000 – £30,000

Behaviour or Pastoral Support Worker
Support emotional wellbeing and behaviour management
Average UK salary: £20,000 – £32,000

Progression Towards Educational Psychology (Further Study Required)
Support assessment and intervention planning
Average UK salary: £25,000 – £45,000