Child Studies

Child Studies

Course Information:

Child Studies explores the social, environmental, genetic and cultural factors that influence children’s development and sense of wellbeing and belonging between the ages of 0 and 8. The Child Studies course explores the nature of child development and learning and the disconnectedness of the physical, social, emotional, personal, creative, spiritual, cognitive and linguistic domains. Students will have the opportunity to explore each stage of development in the early years of life through many practical opportunities.

Child Studies also includes study of family preparation, newborn care and the influence and impact of nutrition, play, technology and the media. Child Studies will assist students to understand the significant impact of the child’s environment and the role that the child and others can take in the active construction of the world around them. They will learn to identify and evaluate what enhances a child’s wellbeing. They become aware of and learn to access a range of relevant community resources and services. Students who elect Child Studies will engage in experiences with some of our local community child care centres.

Modules we have the option to study include:

• Preparing for parenthood

• Conception to birth

• Family interactions

• Newborn care

• Growth and development

• Play and the developing child

• Health and safety in childhood

• Food and nutrition in childhood

• Children and culture

• Media and technology in childhood

• Aboriginal cultures and childhood

• The diverse needs of children

• Childcare services and career opportunities

For further information please contact: Mr. Brad Paul (HT TAS rel.)