Course description
This course will identify and compare the principles of development from conception to early childhood and apply a variety of observation, assessment and screening techniques. The Apprentice will identify the principles of human growth and development and explain how genetic, cultural and environmental factors impact development. They will compare theories of child development, and examine the continuum of development. In addition, the apprentice will demonstrate skills for observation, documentation, assessment, and screening.
Course details
Credit transfer
Have you taken this course or an equivalent course? Contact the Credit Transfer Office.
Course equivalencies
Registration dates
Not all courses are offered each term.
Winter 2024 registration opens November 27, 2023. Spring 2024 registration opens February 26, 2024.Delivery options
In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration
Online - Asynchronous: 100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery