L3 Child Development and Nutrition
L3CHDV Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs S. Shefferd.
Required Prior LearningEntry is subject to the HOD/ or Teacher in Charge and is dependent upon proven performance in NCEA L2. The expectation is that students would have gained 12 credits in a written-based subject.
Child Development and Nutrition
L3 CHDV
A University approved course that is all internally assessed, it will focus on Child Human Development and within this, the role of Nutrition. In this subject, you will focus on the sequence of physical, language, thought and emotional changes that occur in a child from birth to adulthood. Then move to a Nutrition focus and how this affects the development of the child.
This subject is designed for students who are planning a career working with children or want an understanding of children’s behaviour and general Human Development. Students will learn key socio-cultural theories of learning and development to inform and enable them to contribute to the human development and learning of children and adults. It provides a solid basis for analysis and report writing required for Tertiary level education.
As part of the course, students are encouraged to complete a placement at an Early Childhood centre or Primary School supervised by a registered teacher. This is subject to the Vulnerable Childrens Act and as such a Police Vet Check.
Learning Areas:
Careers / Pathways - Early Childhood Studies, Employment Skills & Gateway
Assessment Procedures Career Pathways
Psychologist, Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Early Childhood Teacher, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Primary School Teacher, Kaiwhakaako Māori, Nanny/Child Carer, Tertiary Lecturer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Recreation Co-ordinator, Youth Worker, Secondary School Teacher, Teacher Aide, Pathologist, Clinical Physiologist, Physician, General Practitioner, Gynaecologist/Obstetrician, Psychiatrist, Ophthalmologist, Oral Health Therapist, Registered Nurse, Paramedic, Anaesthetic Technician, Midwife, Community Karitāne, Dietitian, Health Care Assistant, Support Worker