child development

CAMBRIDGE NATIONAL- distinction* - PASS

How will this subject benefit me?

This course will allow students to gain an understanding of the development of children from the ages of 0-5 years. The course will assist students in developing their ability to work independently, plan for and undertake activities with children, and apply their knowledge of how children develop to real life nursery settings.

What will I learn?

R057: This unit provides an overview of the roles and responsibilities of parenthood, from pre-conception through antenatal to postnatal care. Students develop an appreciation of the importance of creating the best conditions for a child to thrive.
R058: Students learn about the range of equipment and nutritional and hygiene requirements of children from birth to five years, and they demonstrate in a practical activity how these needs are met to promote a child’s development and well-being.
R059: Students investigate the developmental norms of children from birth to five years and develop an understanding of the impact of play on the developmental norms. They apply and demonstrate their knowledge and understanding through practical activities.

Timeline and Assessment Plan

Who is this course appropriate for?

Students interested in a career involving childcare - from nursery care and midwifery, to primary teaching and paediatric nursing.

How will I be assessed?

healthy and well-being for child development

This unit requires students to take an 1 hour 15 minute examination that is worth 80 marks. It constitutes 40% of the overall grade. Students will explore child development from conception, through pregnancy, birth and up to 5 years.

Example Exam Questions

understand the equipment and nutritional needs of children from birth to five years

Understand a range of hazards and risks that exist within a nursery setting and explore the ways in which these risks can be reduced. Explore and understand the nutritional needs of a child between birth and 5 years. 30% of the overall grade.

Example Assessment

understand the development of a child from birth to five years

Observe and work with a child of this age, plan play activities for a child that helps physical, intellectual or social development . Make an observation of a child against developmental norms and draw conclusions about a childs development. 30% of the overall grade.