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Updated
10 February, 2012
Course Details
Unit 1: Overview of Child Psychology
Unit 2: Research Methods
Unit 3: Learning and Development
Unit 4: Technology in Child Psychology and Learning
Unit 5: Development of Self: Transition from Childhood to Adolescence
Who should complete this course?
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites
Assessment
Transfer and Progression to Further Studies
Accreditation
| Child Psychology (FETAC Level 6) |  |
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- Course Fee: EUR395
- FETAC Level 6 component certificate in Child Psychology (N32957)
- Distance Learning course with Tutor Support accredited by: FETAC
- Learners have 10 weeks to complete the course. Learner work at their own pace, and may commence at any time of year.
- Click here to Enrol for this course online now
- Click here to Request a Prospectus
Course Details
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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. |
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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 Supervision in Childcare (DCXXX). For more details contact us.
Accreditation
- Following successful completion you will receive a FETAC Level 6 component certificate in Child Psychology (N32957) 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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