Diploma in Children's Studies - Revised 2017

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Child development from birth to the age of 18 is now academically considered to represent a distinct sociological and cultural class. This course overview the psychological development of children and teach you how they learn. You will then analyze the role of the family and the place of the child within modern family structures. You will also learn how the modern state looks after the well-being of its children with a review on the sociological aspects of children's studies.

To help you properly evaluate the most important theories of child development, this course will give you a clear understanding of the key concepts relevant to the study of families and personal relationships. You will then be shown the connections between these concepts and the themes raised for research and social policy. The involvement of parents in children's literacy acquisition, as well as how individual, environmental, and structural factors can have an impact on the psychological stages of development in children, will also be discussed.

This course on the psychological development of children will be of great interest to all professionals who work with children or those who are responsible for their well-being. It is also suitable for learners who would like to have a career working with children in the health, social, or caring professions. Parents who want to support, encourage, and understand their children better will also benefit from this free online course. So check out the course today, and gain some really valuable knowledge for life.