Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
GRAD-0014
Organization's ID:
S1 - 118719863; S2 - 118719864
Organization:
Location:
Online
Length:
4 weeks (120 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Child Development or Early Childhood Education
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide students a basic introduction to the emotional, physical, and psychological development of young children; to explore several developmental models and theories, along with biological, chemical, and behavioral changes children go through as they grow; to explore parenting and caregiver resources, along with roles of various family members and support systems.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Explain the importance of nurture and nature and evaluate the impact of nurturing upon all aspects of development
  • Recognize that the study of child development is based on research (Erikson, Piaget)
  • Identify and discuss the importance of early and on-going prenatal care and heredity and environmental factors influencing birth defects
  • Explain the characteristics of pregnancy and list the sequential events in the childbirth process
  • Identify characteristics of prenatal development and childbirth and the physical characteristics and needs of the newborn, including the importance of bonding
  • Classify, categorize, and interpret different family structures that influence child development and create a healthy family life
  • Describe developmentally appropriate behavior, communication skills and discipline for a child at each stage of development
  • Recognize the characteristics, roles and responsibilities of parenting, and will practice age-appropriate positive guidance techniques and strategies
  • Identify growth and development and will identify characteristics of prenatal care, pregnancy and childbirth
  • Describe the interrelationships between physical, social, emotional, moral, and cognitive aspects of development
  • Explain the growth and development of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
  • Describe and evaluate the physical, social, emotional characteristics and skills of toddlers along with language development and learning activities
  • Determine, identify, explain, and evaluate skills, personal readiness, and roles and responsibilities needed to care for children
  • Identify and define strategies for the physical and nutritional needs, health, and safety of children at various stages of their development
  • Identify developmental stages and their characteristics, strategies, and nurturing practices in regard to emotional, social, and intellectual growth.

General Topics:

  • Developmental theories
  • Prenatal development
  • Developmental beginnings
  • Early development
  • Toddlers & preschoolers
  • Behavior in young children
  • Helping children cope
  • Children's health & wellness
  • Balancing work & family
  • Caregiver responsibilities
  • Caregiver support
  • Social, emotional & intellectual needs
  • Caring for a child's physical needs
  • Caring for a child's physical needs
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Case Studies
  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials

Other offerings from Graduation Alliance

(GRAD-0003)
(GRAD-0021)
(GRAD-0022)
(GRAD-0011)
(GRAD-0025)
(GRAD-0005)