This course presents a comprehensive overview of human development from six to twelve years of age with particular emphasis on middle childhood. Course content focuses on current research, trends and issues, and introduces students to the importance of observation and individual variations in the development process.
Prerequisites
ECED 1305.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- 1. Developmental domains and the effects on middle childhood development
- a. Key developmental stages within middle childhood
- b. Key components of each of the developmental stages within middle childhood
- 2. The effects of the developmental domains on middle childhood development
- a. Developmental domains
- b. Developmental process for each of the following domains: social/emotional, physical, cognitive and language
- c. Effects of the developmental domains on middle childhood development
- 3. The effects of the indicators of risk on middle childhood development
- a. The indicators of risk in middle childhood
- b. Effects of the risk indicators on middle childhood development
- c. Impact of media on child development
- 4. Genetic and environmental influences related to child growth and development in middle childhood.
- a. Genetic influences and environmental influences on middle childhood growth and development
- b. Explain the impact of genetic and environmental influences on middle childhood growth and development
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42236 |
January 6, 2027 to February 24, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule | |
| 42241 |
January 6, 2027 to February 24, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60414 |
May 5, 2027 to June 23, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule | |
| 60429 |
May 6, 2027 to July 29, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.