Learn health psychology in this online course. This course provides a foundation for understanding how health is linked to a person’s state of mind; and in doing so, how health issues might be at least partially addressed by attending to a person’s broad attitudes and psychological health.
Discover the secrets of the mind-body health connection
Health is more than just the absence of disease or illness, this health psychology course will examine how both physical health and mental health underlie our overall sense of wellbeing. Health is all aspects of our being including the social, emotional, psychological, spiritual, mental and physical parts.
Who is this heath psychology course for?
This course is for anyone who is interested in the relationship between the mind and physical health. All you need is an internet connection, a device and a mind ready to learn!
- Individuals seeking to improve outcomes in their own lives
- Carers seeking to help those they care for
- Health workers and professionals who seek to improve their own understanding of health psychology
- Counsellors, welfare workers, or anyone working with people suffering or vulnerable to health issues
- Anyone with an interest in preventative health care, from students to nutritionists, & chronic disease sufferers to medical receptionists.
How does this course work?
At the end of each lesson, you will be given a short interactive test to undertake, which will provide an indication of how your learning is progressing. Upon completing the very last lesson, you will be offered a more thorough automated test or examination. This final assessment can be undertaken at any time of day or night; and any day of the week; and if you achieve an overall pass (60% or more); you will be able to obtain a “certificate of completion” with your name and completion date on it.
Note: these short courses are self-guided online courses and are not to be confused with our tutor-supported online courses.
Course Outline
1. How a Healthy Lifestyle can Impact Physical & Mental Health
2. Mental Disorders – Signs & Symptoms
3. Physical Illnesses with a Mental Dimension
4. Mental Problems & Disorders with a Physical Dimension
5. Role of Psychology in Managing Physical and Mental Illnesses
6. Providing Better Mental Health Services
7. Business Opportunities in the Health Psychology Industry