Child Studies

Stage 2

Full year
20 credit

Course Overview

Students will explore a range of issues that impact on child development from conception to eight years of age including social, cultural, economic, environmental, political and legal influences. Through several practical activities including a group task, students will be able to create practicals to be used with children of their choice and develop knowledge about issues related to the growth, health and wellbeing of children.

Assessment

School based
50% – Practical Activity
20% – Group Activity

External
30% – Investigation