This course presents a comprehensive overview of human development from conception through five years of age with particular emphasis on the early childhood years. Course content focuses on current research, trends, and issues, and introduces students to the importance of observation and individual variations in the developmental process.
Prerequisites
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. Key developmental theories from birth to age five– historical and current
- a. Key developmental theories/theorists
- b. Concept and/or characteristics for each theory
- c. Methods used to conduct research into child development
- d. Research Design
- 2. Major historical influences on modern theories of child development
- 3. The developmental domains from prenatal to five years (physical, social/emotional, cognitive, language)
- a. Birth and prenatal development
- b. Developmental domains: prenatal, physical, social, emotional, cognitive, language
- c. Development processes for: prenatal, physical, social, emotional, cognitive, language
- 4. Genetic and environmental influences related to child growth and development
- 5. Children's activities from different perspectives of developmental theory
Course schedules
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How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
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† 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.