Module Outline
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Introduction to Child Development
Introduction to Child Development
Module
National Code
State Code
50403
50403
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/03/1994
Field of Education
090503 - Children’s Services
Nominal Hours
34
Description
To develop an awareness in students of
the continuous and interdependent
nature of social, emotional, cognitive,
physical and linguistic development of
children 0-6 years.
To develop an awareness in students to
the importance that hereditary and
environmental factors have on child
development.
To develop observational skills in students.
To develop in students an acceptance of
individual differences and needs in
children especially those with special
needs.
To build confidence and a sense of achievement in students.
the continuous and interdependent
nature of social, emotional, cognitive,
physical and linguistic development of
children 0-6 years.
To develop an awareness in students to
the importance that hereditary and
environmental factors have on child
development.
To develop observational skills in students.
To develop in students an acceptance of
individual differences and needs in
children especially those with special
needs.
To build confidence and a sense of achievement in students.
No information
Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 100%
Should remain flexible.
Suggested projects:
- Observation and Developmental recording of a child in the
0-6 year age group.
- Chart depicting physical, linguistic, social, emotional
and intellectual development of children aged 0-6 years.
- Child Development file.
- Class test.
Should remain flexible.
Suggested projects:
- Observation and Developmental recording of a child in the
0-6 year age group.
- Chart depicting physical, linguistic, social, emotional
and intellectual development of children aged 0-6 years.
- Child Development file.
- Class test.
Elements and Performance Criteria
No information
No information
Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6990 | Community Services | Accredited course | |
| 5287 | Introduction to Child Care | Accredited course | |
| 6906 | Preparatory Studies | Accredited course | |
| 6907 | Vocational Entrance | Accredited course |