The Young Child
The Young Child:
This course provides a study of child development from birth through age five. It offers a balanced selection of topics concerning growth and stages of development, including pregnancy and delivery, the care of children from infancy through preschool, and the importance of play. Students will have the opportunity to practice parenting skills with a computerized baby. Students also extend their understanding through a service learning partnership at a local childcare facility for one class period every other week.