This course will give students the opportunity to explore and understand the interrelated factors that influence each stage of development in the early learning years. They will learn to identify, challenge and create solutions to enhance child wellbeing and how to access a range of relevant community resources and services.  

Learning in Child Studies will happen through a wide range of practical, hands-on activities to enhance the theoretical concepts being studied. 

https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/wcm/connect/3a44aab9-5226-4100-bfd2-24d9652e3c34/child-studies-7-10-syl.pdf 

• Knowledge and understanding of child development from preconception through to and including the early years. 

• Knowledge, understanding and skills required to positively influence the growth, development and wellbeing of children.  

• Knowledge and understanding of external factors that support the growth, development and wellbeing of children.  

• Skills in researching, communicating and evaluating issues related to child development. 

• Laptop 

• A4 exercise book (48 page)

• Child Care worker 

• Child Life Specialist. 

• Special Education Paraprofessional. 

• Parent Educator. 

• Early Childhood educator 

• Early Childhood Education Consultant. 

• Early Childhood Education Regulator. 

• Social Worker. 

Visits to local childcare Centre/preschool for hands on experience, simulation of a playgroup, taking care of baby simulator other excursions.  

• Year 9 - $40.00 

• Year 10 - $50.00