EDUC& 115 - Child Development

5 credits

Build foundation for explaining how children develop in all domains, conception through early adolescence. Explore various developmental theories, methods for documenting growth, and impact of brain development. Topics addressed: stress, trauma, culture, race, gender identity, socioeconomic status, family status, language, and health issues.

Theory Hours
5 theory hours.

Vocational Program Course
Vocational program course.

AA General Elective
May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Course Outcomes

Discuss prominent child development research and theories guiding parenting and care giver’s practices
Describe the developmental sequence from conception through early adolescence in all domains
Analyze critical stages of brain development as influencers of child development
Examine techniques to conduct and document observations of children as a means to assess and communicate growth and development
Explain individual differences in development
Identify how family, caregivers, teachers, community, culture, and trauma influence development
Outline community resources to support children’s and families’ development