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Updated
23 August, 2010
Course Details
Unit 1: Introduction
Unit 2: The Physical Child
Unit 3: The Thinking Child
Unit 4: The Social and Emotional Child
Unit 5: Child Observation Studies
Who should complete this course?
Prerequisites
Assessment
Progression to Further Studies
Accreditation
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Certificate in Child Development (FETAC Level 6) |
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- Course Fee: EUR495
- Distance Learning course with Tutor Support accredited by: FETAC
- Students have 6 months to work at their own pace, and can start at any time of year.
- Click here to Enrol for this course online now
- Click here to Request a Prospectus
Course Details
This is a comprehensive and in-depth course covering all aspects of child development - the physical child, the thinking child, the social, and emotional child. It provides a fascinating insight into physical, social and emotional development and the science of the mind. It is an ideal course for teachers, parents and those involved caring for Children.
This distance learning, FETAC accredited course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at work, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification.
By choosing to study this course with CMIT, Students have 24x7 access to CMIT eLearning for the duration of the course. This includes a comprehensive Course Manual, Video, Quizzes and personalised Tutor Support. The course documentation for this FETAC certified course is detailed and easy to read. You will also be able to upload assignments online and receive online feedback. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.
Topics Covered in this Course
Unit 1: Introduction
- Child Development
- Nature v Nurture
- The Whole Child Approach
- Involving Experts
Unit 2: The Physical Child
- Physical Development Stages
- Physical Development Norms
Unit 3: The Thinking Child
- Cognitive Development
- Visual Development
- Concept Formation
- Learning
- Language
Unit 4: The Social and Emotional Child
- Social/Emotional Development
- Social/Emotional Development Stages
- Formation of Attachments
- Home, Family, and School
- Self Concept
- Gender
- Moral Development
- Behaviour Management
Unit 5: Child Observation Studies
- Research Methods
- Conducting and Observation Study
- Ways of Recording Child Behaviour
Who should complete this course?
- Childcare workers, Childcare supervisors and Childcare managers
- People who wish to gain an accredited qualification in Child Development and wish to study at their own pace, and in their own time.
Prerequisites
- Leaving Cert (or equivalent) or a FETAC Level 5 award in any area.
- As this programme is delivered through distance learning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
- As part of the assessment for this course, learners must complete child observation studies, and obtain written permission from the parent / guardian in this regard.
Assessment
- This course is assessed through completion of an assignment and a project.
- As part of our quality assurance, student assessment work will be marked by an Internal Assessor, then checked by an Internal Verifier and an independent FETAC External Authenticator.
Progression to Further Studies
- This course leads to a Level 6 award on the National Framework of Qualifications.
- Students who successfully complete this programme may use this Level 6 credit towards the FETAC Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Supervision in Childcare programme (Ref. DCXXX).
Accreditation
- Following successful completion you will receive a FETAC Level 6 Certificate in Child Development (D30005) from FETAC.
- The Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland. CMIT is registered with FETAC to offer programmes leading to FETAC awards in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland.
- Please note that there is a EUR60 fee payable for administration, moderation and certification.
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