Child Development

Course Syllabus

Overview of child development

Nature/nurture interaction in childcare
Social, cultural and environmental factors
Inter-relation of physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development
Role of the childcare worker

Physical Development

Physical development from conception to birth
Pre-natal development
Newborn child
Milestones in physical development from 0-6 years
Activities promoting physical development

Cognitive and language development

Cognitive development from 0-6 years
Concept formation in children’s cognitive development
The importance of language in overall development
Multilingual environment
Moral development
Fostering a language-rich and intellectually stimulating environment

Social and emotional development

Emotional and social development from 0-6 years
Bonds of attachment
Self-image and self-esteem in children
Managing children’s behaviour

Primary research in child development

Benefits of research in understanding child development
Participative and non-participative observation
Impartial approach to child study
Elements of child observations – planning, evaluation and reflection

Qualifications

Component Certificate in Child Development (FETAC Level 5)

Certificate in Child Development (The College of Progressive Education)

Who should participate in this course?

This course will be of interest to learners who wish to explore the complex area of child development with a practical and theoretical approach.

General Aims

Understand the concept of progression in child development

Identify and respond appropriately to children’s developmental needs in the home and early years settings

Appreciate variations within the normal range of development

Recognise the contribution of adults to the development of children

Recognise the value of observation as a learning research tool for the childcare worker

Understand the integrated role of play and development

Entry Requirements

No specific entry requirements. Minimum age is 17 years.

Learners must also be capable of undertaking assessment work to Ordinary Level Leaving Certificate standard.

International learners undertaking this course should have confidence in their English language, reading, writing and comprehension skills and have at least a 5 IELTS score or equivalent.

Work Experience

A minimum of 25 hours in a childcare setting, with children 0–6 years. These hours may be taken into account if learners undertake the FETAC level 5 work experience module within a two-year period.

Assessment Method

Continuous assessment, portfolio and final examination.

Further Studies

Other FETAC Level 5 Childcare modules required for the Major Award in Childcare DCHSC
FETAC Level 6 Childcare modules

Career Options

Crèche or pre-school worker
Professional nanny
Childminder

Address

Nationwide

Category

Education/Training,Childcare/Child Development

Price

€ 600

Duration

12 Evenings + 2 Saturdays

Start/End date

from 08/10/2009

Time of day

Part time

Code

2.33

Type

Further learning

Qualification

FETAC Level: 5

Certification

FETAC Level 5 Component Certificate D20005

Contact

Telephone: +353 1 4884300

Contact email

info@progressivecollege.com

Url

http://progressivecollege.com/Programmes/ChildCareCourses/FullTimeChildCare/SyllabusChildDevelopment/tabid/193/Default.aspx