Child Studies

 

Child Studies

Course Description 

Child Studies provides students with the opportunity to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills to positively influence the wellbeing and development of children.

What will students learn about?

Society has a responsibility to provide a safe, nurturing and challenging environment for children in their early years, as this is crucial to optimal growth and development. Child Studies explores the broad range of social, environmental, genetic and cultural factors that influence pre-natal development and a child’s sense of wellbeing and belonging between 0 and 8 years of age. 

Child Studies includes a study of newborn care, development of the early years and the influence and impact of family, nutrition and play experiences.