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Child Development

University of Derby online learning

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Level

    Intermediate

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Duration

    12 Weeks

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

Study this module and you will gain a greater understanding of child development, considering legislation, current health and social care policy with a view to helping children to reach their full potential.

About this course

On completion of this course you should be able to:

Demonstrate critical awareness and understanding of child development and how this relates to the life stages and chances of children and adolescents within the community.
Critically appraise and evaluate the impact of legislation together with national and local policy and conclude the implications for practice within the arena of multi-agency service delivery.

This course is aimed at health care professionals such as Health Visitors, School Nurses, Paediatric Nurses, Radiographers, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists.

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  • Child Development
  • Develop
  • Knowledge
  • Development
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  • Module
  • Concepts
  • Engagement
  • Activities

Course programme

Module description

This module has been designed to develop your knowledge of child development across the age span while highlighting the vulnerability of this age group.

It will encourage an exploration of child developmental theories, including the concepts of attachment and resilience. Assessment tools and models of care will be identified and constructively critiqued. Within the present climate of supporting children to meet their full potential there will be supported debate and discussion around proactive practice and safeguarding issues that are pertinent within the multi-agency practice environment.

The teaching includes lectures, group work, activities and case studies and is enhanced through student engagement.

Additional information

If you are funding your own study, the full cost of this module is £1,000.

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