Certificate in Student Psychology & Classroom Wellbeing

Every classroom includes students with different abilities, experiences, emotions, and learning needs. Understanding these differences helps teachers respond more thoughtfully and create conditions in which students can participate, learn, and feel supported.

The Certificate in Student Psychology and Classroom Wellbeing introduces practical educational psychology concepts that teachers can apply in their daily work. Participants explore how attention, memory, motivation, emotions, and classroom relationships influence learning and behaviour.

Through guided discussion, classroom examples, and short activities, participants develop approaches to positive behaviour support, supportive communication, and inclusive teaching.

The programme concludes with a knowledge assessment and a personal classroom action plan.

What you will learn

By the end of the programme, participants should be able to:

• Explain how attention, memory, prior knowledge, and motivation influence learning.
• Identify possible factors behind common classroom behaviours.
• Use clear expectations, positive reinforcement, and respectful correction.
• Recognise changes in student behaviour that may require additional support.
• Respond to student emotions using calm, supportive communication.
• Apply simple strategies that strengthen inclusion, belonging, and participation.
• Distinguish between a teacher’s support role and situations requiring referral.
• Develop a practical plan for improving classroom wellbeing.

Who should attend?

This programme is suitable for:

• School teachers and subject teachers.
• Early years and primary educators.
• Teaching assistants and learning support staff.
• Tutors and education facilitators.
• Newly qualified and aspiring teachers.
• Educators seeking an introduction to student psychology.