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This course is designed to provide an in-depth introduction to child development theories, the different types of child development and the role of a child psychologist. It explores the environmental and social factors that influence a child’s development and the role genetics play in mental health.
In this course, you will explore a wide range of person-centred approaches for treating children with difficulties, disabilities and disorders, with an introduction to SEN counselling.
This course includes detailed case studies and practical audio-visual exercises that can be applied in the real world. Enrol today and kickstart a rewarding career.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the different factors that influence a child’s development
- Explore a wide range of cognitive child development theories
- Learn about the different theoretical approaches to child psychology
- Develop your understanding of learning difficulties, disabilities & mental health disorders in children
- Broaden your understanding of the role and responsibilities of a child psychologist
- Discover tips and techniques for building self-esteem, trust and confidence in your clients
- Understand how communication and language is developed in children
Who is This Course for?
This introductory child psychology training program is ideal for students who wish to gain practical knowledge and skills to kickstart a career in child psychology. It is an entry-level course that requires no previous experience and can be studied part-time or full-time.
Entry Requirement:
- This course is available to all learners, of all academic backgrounds.
- Good understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT are required to attend this course.
Endorsement
This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
Certificate of Achievement
Endorsed Certificate of Achievement
At the successful completion of the course, the learners can order an endorsed certificate of achievement by paying the fee of £88. There is an additional £10 postal charge for international students.
Certificate of Completion from Course Gate
At the successful completion of the course, you can obtain your CPD certificate from us. You can order the PDF certificate for £9 and the hard copy for £15. Also, you can order both PDF and hardcopy certificates for £22.
Career Path
On successful completion, learners will be able to progress to the Level 5 course and will have the skills and knowledge to fast track their career and work in a wide range of professional settings. Career opportunities in this field include:
- Child Psychologist
- Child Psychotherapist
- Educational Psychologist
- Child & Adolescent Mental Health Practitioner
- Youth Development Outreach Worker
Course Curriculum
| Module 01: Basics of Child Psychology | |||
| What is Child Psychology? | 00:20:00 | ||
| Defining Children and Childhood | 00:30:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 01 | |||
| Module 01 Final Quiz Exam – Child Psychology Course Level 4 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 02: Child Development Theories | |||
| Personality (Psychosocial) Development Theories | 00:20:00 | ||
| Growth & Development Theories | 00:15:00 | ||
| Cognitive (Intellectual) Development Theories | 00:30:00 | ||
| Social Learning Theories | 00:30:00 | ||
| Moral Reasoning Theories | 00:30:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 02 | |||
| Module 02 Final Quiz Exam – Child Psychology Course Level 4 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 03: Factors That Influence Development | |||
| Genetic Influences in Development | 00:30:00 | ||
| Influence of Attachment | 00:20:00 | ||
| Influence of Gender | 00:30:00 | ||
| Nutrition and Child Development | 00:45:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 03 | |||
| Module 03 Final Quiz Exam – Child Psychology Course Level 4 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 04: Different Types of Child Development | |||
| Physical Development | 00:20:00 | ||
| Cognitive Development | 00:30:00 | ||
| Social and Emotional Development | 00:30:00 | ||
| Moral and Ethical Development | 00:15:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 04 | |||
| Module 04 Final Quiz Exam – Child Psychology Course Level 4 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 05: Communication and Language Development | |||
| Promoting Communication Development | 00:20:00 | ||
| The Development of Language | 00:10:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 05 | |||
| Module 05 Final Quiz Exam – Child Psychology Course Level 4 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 06: Difficulties, Disabilities and Disorders | |||
| Difficulties in language development | 00:05:00 | ||
| Learning Disability | 00:20:00 | ||
| Behavioural Disorders | 00:10:00 | ||
| Phases of Grief | 00:10:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 06 | |||
| Module 06 Final Quiz Exam – Child Psychology Course Level 4 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 07: Caring Children With Special Needs | |||
| Caring for Children with Feeding and Communication Differences | 00:10:00 | ||
| Caring for Children with Mobility Differences | 00:05:00 | ||
| Caring for The Child with Special Social and Emotional Needs | 00:10:00 | ||
| How to Care for Children with Complex Needs? | 00:10:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 07 | |||
| Module 07 Final Quiz Exam – Child Psychology Course Level 4 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 08: Understanding the Role of a Child Psychologist | |||
| High Intelligence & School Psychology | 00:05:00 | ||
| Roles and Responsibilities of an Educational Psychologist | 00:05:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 08 | |||
| Module 08 Final Quiz Exam – Child Psychology Course Level 4 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 09: Self Esteem & Confidence | |||
| Why self-esteem matters and How to Nurture it? | 00:05:00 | ||
| Confidence | 00:05:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 09 | |||
| Module 09 Final Quiz Exam – Child Psychology Course Level 4 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 10: Child Psychology - Applied | |||
| What is ‘Child Psychology’? | 00:08:00 | ||
| The Role of Child Psychologist | 00:06:00 | ||
| Where do Child Psychologists Work | 00:07:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 10 | |||
| Module 10 Final Quiz Exam – Child Psychology Course Level 4 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 11: Child Psychology - Theoretical Approach | |||
| Why do we need to learn theories? | 00:08:00 | ||
| Developmental Theories: What we are born with | 00:09:00 | ||
| Development Environment | 00:09:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 11 | |||
| Module 11 Final Quiz Exam – Child Psychology Course Level 4 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 12: Environmental & Socio-Cultural and Family & Schooling Factors in Development | |||
| ‘Attachment’ factor in newborns | 00:09:00 | ||
| Socio-Cultural Factors in Child’s Development | 00:08:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 12 | |||
| Module 12 Final Quiz Exam – Child Psychology Course Level 4 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 13: Cognitive and Emotional Development | |||
| Language & Cognitive Development | 00:07:00 | ||
| Emotions & Feelings | 00:06:00 | ||
| Socialising with others | 00:04:00 | ||
| Thank You and Good Bye! | 00:02:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 13 | |||
| Module 13 Final Quiz Exam – Child Psychology Course Level 4 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Order Your Certificate | |||
| Order Your Certificate QLS | 00:00:00 | ||
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An excellent course for those who want to learn, gain knowledge and understanding of a child’s development from birth on-wards. Being confident and learning the skills in dealing with different situations and how educational theorists explain child psychology and how different views are received. Very interesting and will go further with the next level or course.