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Applied Psychology

Intro to Human Behaviour

Course Overview

Ever wondered what makes people tick? Understanding why humans feel, think and behave as they do, can help you better engage and work with others.

The Intro to Human Behaviour micro-credential explores what makes you, “you.” Discover how you shape your sense of self and your outlook on life.

In this 7-week course you will learn how to use self-awareness to improve how you relate to yourself and others. Learn the fundamentals of human behaviour and how your behaviour impacts your connections with others, on a personal and professional level.

Whether you’re starting your career, getting back into the job market or aiming for a promotion, the better you understand human behaviour (your own and others), the better you can work with others to achieve organisational goals.

 

Time commitment per week

An average of 10 – 13 hours weekly.

 

Is this course for you?

This course is for you if you are curious about the distinctive nature of human behaviour. Gain a better understanding of why we feel, think and act the way we do and apply your newfound knowledge in a personal or professional setting.

Dates

  • Class of 2025 May: 12 May – 29 June
  • Class of 2025 August: 11 August – 28 September

There are no online classes. Course content is released on a weekly basis allowing you to work through course material, and meet weekly targets, at a time that is most convenient to you.

Learner Experience

Faith Assur

Faith Assur

"The Intro to Human Behaviour course was fun and interactive. Be ready to do lots of lateral thinking and reflection when registering for this micro-credential."
Narina Minnaar 

Narina Minnaar 

"The course provided valuable insights and information. Each week's topics were thoroughly enjoyable and enriching. The content contributed significantly to my perspective on human behaviour."
Grace Mapfumo

Grace Mapfumo

"The course equipped me with knowledge and skills that I can use at work and with my family and friends. I've gained tools to understand myself better and also the people around me."
Tarien Theron

Tarien Theron

''I really enjoyed the Intro to Human Behaviour micro-credential. It went into a lot more depth than I was expecting, but I'm so grateful and pleasantly surprised with the amount of knowledge that was shared in just 6 weeks. It's worth every second.''
Bhaliwe Mnisi 

Bhaliwe Mnisi 

''An insightful course, revealing interesting multifaceted factors that shape how we behave as humans.''
Faith Omphemetse Motlhabani

Faith Omphemetse Motlhabani

"Online learning was seamless. The SACAP Global team provided prompt support and answered my queries with the utmost attention. It was great to discover how human behaviour is formed. Understanding the power of one's behaviour and reactions to internal and external stimuli.''
Kalavani Chetty

Kalavani Chetty

"It was very informative and knowledgeable. And the video content was great!"
Nadine van Heerden

Nadine van Heerden

''The course structure is perfect for someone with a busy life. The Intro to Human Behaviour course is a great introduction to psychology. I’ve learned so much and really feel enriched.''
Siphesihle Ntlebi

Siphesihle Ntlebi

''The Intro to Human Behaviour course was really nice!''
Minette van Amerom

Minette van Amerom

''The course was very fulfilling and interesting! I fully enjoyed it!''
Nicole Le Roux

Nicole Le Roux

"The course work was easy to follow. I had a good learning experience."
Monique Camilla Jean-Pierre

Monique Camilla Jean-Pierre

"I thoroughly enjoyed the course and the experience. It is extremely interesting and worth it.."
Elizabeth Lizna Lucas 

Elizabeth Lizna Lucas 

"I love the interactive platforms, use of multimedia, creative assessment opportunities and flexibility. Thank you."
Kailie Currie

Kailie Currie

"The short course was conducted professionally. The online peer engagement allowed for broader thinking and application of psychology theories."
Stephenie De Hahn

Stephenie De Hahn

“I loved learning online! Applying psychology theories and concepts throughout the course, took learning to another level.”
Luzelle Merkuur

Luzelle Merkuur

"The micro-credential course was very informative. It helped me shift my mindset and perspective."
Claire Terink

Claire Terink

"Course content was excellent! There was a variety of learning modes that kept it interesting and engaging."
Taryn de Winnaar

Taryn de Winnaar

"I thoroughly enjoyed my online learning experience. The course was easy to navigate, well-constructed and relative."
Nkosikhona Mdlalose

Nkosikhona Mdlalose

"Loved the online learning experience! The course content was well designed and interesting."

Certification

Upon completion, you will receive a digital certificate of competence and badge. Your certificate and badge can be shared on 100+ social media platforms, allowing you to share your achievement with a single click.

Credential Type

The OpenLearning team has reviewed this course to ensure quality academic learning within the Malaysian and Australian credentialing framework.

An OpenLearning OpenCred is a type of credential that can stand-alone, or interact with a formal qualification. OpenCred courses are market-leading online courses that prepare learners for the future of work.

This course has been designed and developed by experts in the field of psychology. The Intro to Human Behaviour micro-credential is for anyone needing to upskill in this area and offers 80 hours of learning and assessment.

Learners study online with peers and receive robust academic content while acquiring practical industry-relevant skills.

 

OpenCreds

Completing this course leads to obtaining an OpenCred.

  • 80 hours of learning
  • OpenCred classification: Pathway

Stackable Credentials

Stack specified combinations of micro-credentials and they can be recognised as equivalent to a module within the Bachelor of Applied Social Science Degree at SACAP.

Intro to Human Behaviour can be stacked with Factors Influencing Human Behaviour and Domains of Psychology and if you meet the minimum entrance criteria, you can enrol for the Bachelor of Applied Social Science Degree and apply for module exemption.

What You’ll Need

  • Access to Microsoft Word
  • Google Chrome (recommended)
  • Stable internet connection

What You’ll Learn

Over the course of seven (7) weeks, through videos, readings and discussions, you will explore the following topics:

Week 1: Describe various interpretations of human behaviour

Week 2: Explain mind and body influences on human behaviour

Week 3: Describe how social relationships shape human behaviour

Week 4: Explain the influence of personality on human behaviour

Week 5: Analyse key theories at different stages of life part 1

Week 6: Analyse key theories at different stages of life part 2

Week 7: Undertake a summative assessment that captures all the key learning outcomes for this course.

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Describe various interpretations of human behaviour.
  • Explain mind and body influences on human behaviour.
  • Describe how social relationships shape human behaviour.
  • Explain the influence of personality in human behaviour.
  • Analyse key theories that describe different stages of life and their influence on human behaviour.

You will have also created a portfolio of evidence, which you can use to demonstrate your knowledge of understanding of the core concepts in human behaviour and how this has helped you become more aware of your strengths and areas for growth.

The Team

Our short course developers and assessors are expert practitioners. They have been selected for the breadth and depth of experience in their respective disciplines. The team loves sharing their knowledge and online learning expertise to help you get the most out of your learning journey.