The Child and Adolescent Development course is designed to prompt students to critically evaluate developmental theories and practices using the latest research. It delves into how nutritional, physical, familial, educational, societal, and additional factors contribute to the best possible physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development for children. This course is perfect for those with children or those pursuing a career involving children or adolescents, offering extensive insights into various aspects of child and adolescent development.
Child & Adolescent Development Module 1
Introduction to Child Development
Domains and Periods of Development
Historical Development
Theoretical Foundations
Psychoanalytic Perspective
Psychosocial Development
Learning Theory
Cognitive Perspective
Contextual Perspective
Biological Perspective
Dynamic Systems Perspective
Child & Adolescent Development Module 2
Understanding the Issues: Child Development Research
Issues in Development
Nature and Nurture
Child Development Research
Research Methods
Correlational Research
Experimental Method
Developmental Research Designs
Longitudinal and Cross-Sectional Study
Challenging Conclusions
Child & Adolescent Development Module 3
Genetics, Conception and Prenatal Development
Genetic Foundations
Types of Genes
Genetic Abnormalities
Conception and Pregnancy
Fetal Period
Prenatal Influences
Prenatal Tests
Infertility and Reproductive Choices
Adoption
Child & Adolescent Development Module 4
Birth and the Newborn
Variations in Birthing Practices
Delivery Options
Stages of Childbirth
Newborn Assessment
Pre-term and Low Birth Weight
Early Infant Care
Infant Nutrition and Health
Infant States of Arousal
Infant Perception
Child & Adolescent Development Module 5
Physical Development
General Patterns of Growth
Neuropsychology
Brain Development
Increased Complexity in Neural Organization
Maturation
Bowel and Bladder Control
Physical Disabilities
Vision and Speech
Puberty
Child & Adolescent Development Module 6
Health and Safety
Mortality and Prevention Efforts
Safety in Childhood and Adolescence
Illnesses
Diabetes
Asthma
Nutrition and Activity
Malnutrition
Overweight and Obesity in Childhood
Eating Disorders
Child & Adolescent Development Module 7
Cognitive Development
Piaget’s Cognitive Development Theory
Stages of Cognitive Development
Evaluation of Theory
Sociocultural Theory
Social Constructivism
Zone of Proximal Development
Scaffolding
Learning in Context
Child & Adolescent Development Module 8
Cognitive Development: Information Processing
Information-Processing Approach
Memory Systems
Fuzzy Trace Theory
Memory Development Through Childhood
Attention
Executive Function
Cognitive Development in the Classroom
Metacognition
Child & Adolescent Development Module 9
Language Development
Theories of Language Development
Learning Theory
Language Development and the Brain
Fundamentals of Language Production
Oral Communication
Receptive Language
Language Development in Middle Childhood and Adolescence
The Role of Speech in Cognition
Literacy Skills
Child & Adolescent Development Module 10
Intelligence and Developmental Disabilities in Education
Intelligence: Nature and Nurture
Traditional Intelligence Testing
Sternberg’s Triarchic Theory
Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences
Extremes of Intelligence
Intellectual Disability
Gifted and Talented
Developmental Disabilities and Education
Learning Disabilities
Child & Adolescent Development Module 11
The Developing Personality: Emotions and Temperament
Development of Emotions
Positive Emotions
Negative Emotions
Social Referencing
Empathy
Emotional Regulation
Temperament
Infant Temperament
Depression
Child & Adolescent Development Module 12
The Self and Moral Development
Foundations: Erikson’s Stages of Psychosocial Development
Expansion of Erikson’s Theory
Development of Self
Self-Awareness
Self-Concept and Self-Esteem
Ethnic Identity
Lawrence Kohlberg’s Theory of Moral Development
Carol Gilligan’s Approach
Child & Adolescent Development Module 13
Attachment, Parenting and Families
Attachment
Parenting
Cultural and Contextual Variations in Parenting and Discipline
Spanking
Physical Punishment
Child Maltreatment and Abuse
Family and Home Environment
Secular Changes
Blended Families
Child & Adolescent Development Module 14
Gender and Sexuality
Development of Gender
Physical Activity of Boys and Girls in Childhood
Differences in School Achievement and Learning
Romantic Relationships and LGBT Teens
Psychological Effects of Puberty
Sex
Sexually Transmitted Infections
A Global Perspective
Child & Adolescent Development Module 15
Play, Peers, School and Media
Preschool
High/Scope Perry Preschool Project
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
Play
Friendships and Peer Groups
Peer Acceptance
Bullying
Substance Abuse
Media and the Internet
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
WE is committed to being both environmentally conscious and making it easier for you to study! We’re making your education mobile! All of our textbooks are now provided as eTextbooks. You can access them on your laptop, tablet, or mobile device and can study anytime, anywhere.
The move away from physical books to eTextbooks means you get the latest, most up-to-date version available. This also makes your training more accessible, so you can study anywhere you have your phone or tablet. The best part is that all materials are included in your training cost so there are NO extra fees for books!
Internet Connection
Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
PC Software Requirements
Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
Cookies MUST be enabled
Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
Adobe PDF Reader
QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
Cookies MUST be enabled
Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
Adobe PDF Reader
Apple QuickTime Media Player
This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.
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Duration is the amount of time you will receive access to your course. Durations vary by course and range between 1 month and 12 months. If you complete your course before your duration ends you will continue to have access to your course until the duration period ends.
Many of our career training programs include certification vouchers. This means that at the successful completion of your course, at no additional charge, you will receive an exam voucher for the corresponding industry certification. This voucher will allow you to register and sit for the appropriate certification exam to obtain your industry credential.
Our online courses are open enrollment, so you can start immediately. If you are using any third-party funding to cover your course tuition, your start date may be a future date determined by your funding program.
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We strive to provide a fully online experience for students however some of our training courses include physical materials or equipment. Courses that have materials shipped directly to students will be shipped within 7 business days of registration. Some training courses have material for different sections and these courses may require multiple shipments as you completed stages of your course.
Our goal for students is to successfully complete their training course and achieve their career goals. We understand that extenuating circumstances can interfere with your ability to complete your course in the duration given. Because of this we have free or low-cost extensions available for our courses upon request. To discuss or request an extension please contact your client adviser at
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Upon successful completion of your course and fulfillment of any outstanding financial obligations, you will receive your certificate of completion. Certificates are provided to you within 30 days of completion. Your certificate will validate the training course you completed with a stamp of completion.
Students that successfully complete our career training programs are assigned a career development adviser who will coordinate placement at a local externship or hands on opportunity. These opportunities are optional and may vary based on availability and occupation. Your career development adviser will also provide job search services such as: resume building, mock interviews, job opportunity resources, and more. Our professional enrichment courses do not come with a career adviser or career services.