Level 3 Child Development
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms L. Woods.
This is a school partnership course provided by Plunket.
The course is a STAR funded programme.
13 Child Development follows on from the Level 2 Child Development programme. Students learn theoretical knowledge related to the development of children under the age of 5 years old. All assessments require students who are taking this course to find a pre-schooler to observe in a Early Childhood Education centre or an approved childcare setting.
This is a Unit Standard based course. Achieved is the highest grade which can be gained. No examinations are sat.
This is not a University Entrance approved subject.
The standards offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Recommended Prior Learning
Entry by application only - please fill in exemption information
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of mokopuna/children's holistic development and learning in an early childhood setting
NZQA Info
Describe the value of play and create resources for children's learning and development in an early childhood setting
NZQA Info
Describe respectful, reciprocal and responsive relationships with mokopuna/children in an early childhood setting
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of diverse whānau/families and use a range of effective communication strategies in an ECE service
Disclaimer
Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisites of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOF or HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths