Course title
Child DevelopmentPre-requisite
Non requiredCourse description
This course is an introduction to learning about how children develop from conception to the age of six. The course will also focus on children in the school-age range. Topics include
childhood theorist, learning styles, family and social relationships, family structure, challenges of
parenting, coping, dating, sex, STD prevention, adolescent pregnancy; prenatal development;
preparation for birth; the birth process; meeting the physical, social, emotional, intellectual,
moral, and cultural growth and developmental needs of infants and children; impacts of heredity,
environment, and family and societal crisis on development of the child; meeting children’s
needs for food, clothing, shelter, and caregiving; caring for children with special needs;
resources, services, and agencies; and career awareness.
School country
United StatesSchool state
IllinoisHigh school
School / district Address
22331 Cottage GroveSchool zip code
60411Requested competency code
CTEDate submitted
Approved
YesApproved competency code
- CTE
- Career and technical education