The study of human development is integral to the fields of nursing, education and psychology. But it’s also useful for understanding your own lifetime development and that of your children.
The Introduction to Developmental Psychology is an online professional development course that will explore the physical, mental, emotional and social development of the individual throughout infancy, childhood and adulthood.
In this online developmental psychology course you will discover major theories and research methods of study in developmental psychology, with an emphasis on understanding how biological, cognitive, emotional, and social processes develop and interact throughout the lifespan.
Specific topics include prenatal care and growth, attention and memory, language development, cognitive development, development of attachments, moral development, and gender-role development.
On completion of this course, you will have a solid foundation of the principles and theories of developmental psychology and will be able to apply them to your profession or personal life.
Course Structure
Unit: Developmental Psychology
- Introduction
- Theoretical approaches and key concepts
- Lifelong growth, nature/nurture theories …psychodynamic, behavioural, social cognitive, cognitive, lifespan
- Early childhood
- Cognitive & social development in the first 6 years
- Genetics, personality, cognition, recognition, memory, social relationships;
- Middle childhood
- Cognitive, moral & social development in the school years
- Motor skills, cognitive and language development, relationships with family and peers, moral development
- Challenges of middle childhood
- School and learning, sense of self, achievement, peer pressure, family breakup, grief and trauma
- Adolescence
- Cognitive, moral and social development
- Cognitive development, moral development, identity, relationships with family and peers;
- Challenges of adolescence
- Sexuality, peer groups, identity vs role confusion, trauma, depression, values and meaning
- Adulthood
- Cognitive and psychosocial development in early and middle adulthood
- Sexuality, parenthood. work and achievement, moral reasoning, gender roles, cultural perspectives, adult thinking
- Challenges of adulthood
- Marriage and divorce, grief, depression, parenting, dealing with change
- Late adulthood
- Cognitive and psychosocial changes in the elderly
- Intelligence, learning and age, physiological influences, cognitive abilities, personality changes, relationships
- Challenges of late adulthood
- Loss, mourning, depression and elderly suicide, aging brain … dementia etc, integrity vs despair, loss of independence.
Assessment
Assessment Information
When you study with Australian Online Courses, you will be assessed using a competency-based training method.
Competency-based training focuses on the achievement of skills and knowledge against set criteria to meet industry-standard and is not benchmarked against other students’ work.
In this course, the assessment will be comprised of written assignments and exercises, which may include short answer questions, reports, essays, research projects and reflective tasks.
If you do not achieve a competency result on your first attempt, you have two more attempts to pass your assessment. So, you have three attempts in total to obtain a competency result.
In this way, you can complete your course in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- No entry requirements;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support;
- Easy to understand course content;
- Twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Certificate of Attainment/Completion issued for your CV (hard copy provided); and
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
How long will it take to complete this course?
The approximate study hours for this course is 100 hours. Twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply).
Can I purchase optional printed materials?
While printed materials are not available for purchase, PDF copies are available for download and self-printing for this program.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of this course?
Yes! You will receive a Certificate of Attainment upon successful completion of your assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our e-learning system and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional Development For:
- Teachers
- Early Childhood Educators
- Teacher Aids
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