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Updated 19 April, 2013

 

Child Psychology
(FETAC Level 6)
Distance Learning and eLearning Courses


Course Details

This course is designed to provide the learner with an understanding of child psychology relevant to childhood education and care settings, and to equip the learner with the knowledge, and skills required to understand child psychology from 4 to 18 years. The module is designed to help candidates develop new ideas and competence, which can be utilised in their workplace, and in their interaction with the children and adolescents they work with.

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 assessments online and receive online feedback. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.


Click here for an overview of CMIT eLearning



Topics Covered in this Course


Unit 1: Overview of Child Psychology
  • Introduction
  • The Stages of Child Development
  • The Development of Intelligence
  • Personality
  • Play
  • Gender

Unit 2: Research Methods
  • Overview of Research Methods
  • Observation Studies
  • Experimental Design

Unit 3: Learning and Development
  • Learning Methods
  • Learning Theories
  • Language and Communication
  • Memory
  • Intelligence
  • Moral Development
  • Children with Special Needs

Unit 4: Technology in Child Psychology and Learning
  • The Role of Technology in Child Development
  • Interventions in Promoting Computer based applications
  • Technology and Media impact on Child Development
  • Technology in Special Needs Education

Unit 5: Development of Self: Transition from Childhood to Adolescence
  • Attachment
  • Self Development of Autonomy
  • The Stages of Psychosocial Development
  • Family, Peers, and Culture



Who should complete this course?

  • Teachers, Childcare workers, Youth workers, Childcare supervisors and Childcare managers.
  • People who wish to gain an accredited qualification in Child Psychology and wish to study at their own pace, and in their own time.


Entry Requirements / Prerequisites

  • Level 5 certificate or Leaving Cert (or equivalent) or relevant life/work experience.
  • As this programme is delivered through distance learning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
  • A basic working knowledge of computers and access to a computer with internet access is required to do the course.
  • For more details on the suitability of this course click here >


Assessment

  • This course is assessed through completion of assignments and a project. Part of the assessment requires observation of child behaviour in work situation (e.g. creche, playgroup, school etc.)
  • 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.


Transfer and Progression to Further Studies

  • This course leads to a Level 6 component award on the National Framework of Qualifications.
  • Students who successfully complete this programme may use this level 6 component certificate as credit towards the following FETAC Major Award: Level 6 Early Childhood Care and Education (6M2007). For more details contact us.


Accreditation

  • Following successful completion you will receive a FETAC Level 6 component certificate in Child Psychology (6N2023) 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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by info@cmit.ie on Aug 22 2012 12:56

Student (Aug 2012) I had previously studied Level 6 Childcare with CMIT and found the college very good.
 
 
 
 
 

by info@cmit.ie on Jul 12 2012 13:49

by Student 1071 (July 2012) I found the course very rewarding and I have already recommended it to a work colleague.I found the course very rewarding and I have already recommended it to a work colleague.
 
 
 
 
 

by Student (June 2012) on Jun 12 2012 14:23

My overall comment would be that i would recommend online courses to any one who can not find the time to study full time.
 
 
 
 
 

by Student 1071 (May 2012) on May 25 2012 08:18

I am in full time employment and wanted to study this course. My only option was distance learning. I saw the ads in The Mail and checked them out on the website. After a phonecall or two to CMIT I had great confidence that the backup from the Tutors would get me through the course. I have recommended you to a friend as I can not say one negitive thing about the CMIT experience. So glad I took the time out to study. My favourite part of the course was the assessment in the child care facility. I learnt two new words 'It's Mine'. I was so sorry to leave my 3 children especially the 'it's mine 'child. The course is extremely informative and I would like to continue in both Psychology and Childcare. A great course.
 
 
 
 
 
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