Level 2 Child Development
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms L. Woods.
This is a school partnership course run by Plunket. The course is a STAR funded programme. By the end of the course students will be able to demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the practical care and education of infants and young children. Each student taking this course is required to find a pre-schooler to observe in a home or child care setting.
This is a Unit Standard based course. Achieved is the highest grade which can be gained. No examinations are sat.
This course 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
Pathway
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 the basic needs and nutrition that support young children's holistic wellbeing and development
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Demonstrate knowledge of health issues, practices and services to protect and enhance the wellbeing of young children
NZQA Info
Describe personal and environmental hygiene and safety practices for the care of young children
NZQA Info
Describe attachment behaviours and strategies used to support transitions for young mokopuna/children
NZQA Info
Provide and reflect on the value of play experiences for a mokopuna/child's development and learning
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