Module Outline
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Human Development (Education)
Human Development (Education)
Module
National Code
State Code
50812
50812
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
010913 - Human Biology
Nominal Hours
40
Description
To provide knowledge and understanding of the principles of human development
from conception to death.
To provide knowledge and understanding of the social-emotional, physical and
cognitive needs and the developmental milestones characterising 0 to 5 year old
children.
To provide training in objectively observing children’s behaviour and
development.
from conception to death.
To provide knowledge and understanding of the social-emotional, physical and
cognitive needs and the developmental milestones characterising 0 to 5 year old
children.
To provide training in objectively observing children’s behaviour and
development.
Range of Variables
1 The intent of this module is to give an overview of human development
with an emphasis on the ages 0 to 5 years. This module is written specifically
at an introductory level and does not include theories of development. For the
study of development the focus is on the individual and their needs.
2 The module could be delivered either through an open learning mode or
in a group context. At this introductory level, it is recommended that
participants have access to facilitated group discussion as a method of
delivery.
3 This module is knowledge-based and the application of knowledge to
care giving or classroom support is not covered. A principle of delivery is
the importance and value of knowledge to caring for children.
4 The assessment methods for this module include on-the-job and off-the-job
assessment. Participants must have access to a Supervised Field Placement (SFP)
to practise an
with an emphasis on the ages 0 to 5 years. This module is written specifically
at an introductory level and does not include theories of development. For the
study of development the focus is on the individual and their needs.
2 The module could be delivered either through an open learning mode or
in a group context. At this introductory level, it is recommended that
participants have access to facilitated group discussion as a method of
delivery.
3 This module is knowledge-based and the application of knowledge to
care giving or classroom support is not covered. A principle of delivery is
the importance and value of knowledge to caring for children.
4 The assessment methods for this module include on-the-job and off-the-job
assessment. Participants must have access to a Supervised Field Placement (SFP)
to practise an
Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 100%
Short answer and multiple choice questions
Written assignment - Child Profile
Practical demonstration on-the-job.
Short answer and multiple choice questions
Written assignment - Child Profile
Practical demonstration on-the-job.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6978 | 7896 | Certificate III in Childrens Services (Teacher Assistant) | Accredited course |