Child and educational Psychology is a specialty in psychology that offers many exciting, satisfying and rewarding career options. Using psychological concepts in identifying problems in children, supporting them overcome behavioral issues, healing them from negative effects of abuse and trauma and supporting them with learning and social difficulties , professionals in Child and educational Psychology serve community working with children to make their future a healthy one.
In a fast phased, sophisticated world problems faced by children increase day by day. Everyone from government to schools and parents are concerned about emotional and behavioral well-being of children. Some children could be different from others in their abilities, experiences and way of thinking. Child and educational psychologists are passionate about supporting these children without falling back.
From evaluating and assessing children, understanding and supporting their cognitive, social and moral development to fighting child abuse , Child and Educational Psychology psychologists are using their knowledge and skills to ensure that future of the world and mankind is in safe hands.
Diploma of Higher Education in Child and Educational Psychology (DHEPCh)
This Level 5 Diploma is designed to provide students with the ground knowledge required to start their journey towards becoming a professional in child and educational psychology. Program provides a thorough understanding of behaviors and thinking of children through core modules delivered in the first two semester and then go on to introduce the students to applications of psychology in supporting, providing therapy and working with children in different contexts.
At the end of the DHEPCr, you will cover the content covered in the first two years of the Bachelor;s degree in Psychology as well as knowledge relevant to first two years of a degree in child and educational psychology. Hence giving you the opportunity to select your academic and career path at the end of the second year.
You have the options of completing a Bachelor’s degree in Child and educational Psychology (Check transfer options) or completing a BSc (Hons) in Psychology with a Specialization in Child and Educational Psychology.
Program Structure
Qualification Title : Diploma of Higher Education in Psychology and Childcare
Qualification Level : UK RQF Level 5
Awarding Body : Colombo Institute of Research and Psychology UK
Credits : 240 UK RQF Credits
Modules : 16
Duration : 02 Years
Progression : BSc (Hons) Psychology Final Year
Transfer Options : Available
Combinations : Dual Qualifications andDouble Majors
Accreditation : Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission, Sri Lanka
Entry Criteria
Educational Qualifications – Standard Entry
Completed A/L (SL / Edexcel / Cambrdige / Recognized examinations body) with a minimum of 2 Passes in any Stream
or have completed a Foundation Programme awarded by a recognized College /University
Educational Qualifications – Special considerations for mature students
A professional qualification with two (02) years work experience in a relevant field
or follow the Access Diploma to Higher Education at CIRP
Language Requirement
A high level of English Proficiency is required to successfully complete this programme.
English Proficiency of the students will be assessed in the beginning of the programs and students who do not meet the expected standard will be asked to follow the English Language Proficient Program (ELPP) offered by CIRP and obtain the required level of mastery before commencing the program
Award and Certificate
DHEP qualifications awarded by CIRP and is recognized by TVEC Sri Lanka. Certificate is issued by CIRP and you are able to get the certificate attested by TVEC Sri Lanka as a registered qualification when you apply for foreign universities
