Foundations of Child Development
4 Clock Hours of Early Childhood Education
🌟 Self-Paced Online Courses 🌟 Open Enrollment 🌟Complete Any Time of Day or Night 🌟
🌟 Mobile Friendly 🌟 Meets Instructor-Led Requirements 🌟
🌟 Mobile Friendly 🌟 Meets Instructor-Led Requirements 🌟
Course Description
This course provides an overview of the fundamental concepts and principles that underpin the growth and development of children from birth through adolescence, with a specific focus on the early learning years. This course is designed for students, educators, caregivers, and professionals who seek to understand the nature of child development and apply this knowledge in practical settings.
Course Topics:
Course Topics:
- Child Development Theories: Explore the major theories of child development, including those proposed by Piaget, Vygotsky, Erikson, and Bowlby. Understand how these theories explain the cognitive, social, and emotional growth of children.
- Principles of Development: Learn about the core principles that guide child development, such as the sequential nature of development, the interplay between genetics and environment, and the individual variability in developmental trajectories.
- Periods of Child Development: Examine the distinct phases of child development, including early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence. Understand the key milestones and characteristics of each developmental period.
- Biological Influences: Investigate the biological factors that influence child development, including genetics, prenatal development, and the role of heredity in shaping physical and psychological traits.
- Brain Development: Gain insights into the processes of brain development from the prenatal period through adolescence. Understand the critical periods for brain growth and the impact of early experiences on neural development.
- Environmental Influences: Explore how various environmental factors, such as family, culture, socioeconomic status, and education, impact child development. Learn about the importance of creating supportive and enriching environments for children.
- Importance of Relationship-Based Care: Understand the significance of secure attachments and relationship-based care in promoting healthy development. Learn strategies for fostering strong, nurturing relationships between children and caregivers.
Important Information
✔️ Course Information
This online course is delivered in English and consists of 4 clock hours of instruction. It is designed to be self-paced, allowing you to complete the material at your convenience while benefiting from instructor engagement for support and guidance.
This online course is delivered in English and consists of 4 clock hours of instruction. It is designed to be self-paced, allowing you to complete the material at your convenience while benefiting from instructor engagement for support and guidance.
✔️ Accessing the Course
Upon enrollment, you will receive an email with the necessary details to access the online training platform. Be sure to check your inbox and any spam or junk folders for this information.
Upon enrollment, you will receive an email with the necessary details to access the online training platform. Be sure to check your inbox and any spam or junk folders for this information.
✔️ Device Compatibility
The training platform is mobile-friendly, and most students find it functions well on cell phones and tablets. However, for an optimal learning experience, using a laptop or desktop computer is recommended.
The training platform is mobile-friendly, and most students find it functions well on cell phones and tablets. However, for an optimal learning experience, using a laptop or desktop computer is recommended.
✔️ Regulatory Compliance
The course content reflects standard industry practices. However, it is important to follow any specific regulations set by your state or county to ensure full compliance with local requirements.
The course content reflects standard industry practices. However, it is important to follow any specific regulations set by your state or county to ensure full compliance with local requirements.
✔️ Enrollment Period
Your enrollment in this course is valid for 12 months from the date of payment. Be sure to complete the course within this timeframe to retain access.
Your enrollment in this course is valid for 12 months from the date of payment. Be sure to complete the course within this timeframe to retain access.
