Level 3 Child Development
13CHDV Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs B. Meikle
The standards offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.
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 not a University approved subject.
Recommended Prior Learning
Entry by application only - please fill in exemption information
A minimum of 12 credits in Level 2 Child Development or TIC approval.
Credit Information
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. 10026 v6 Demonstrate knowledge of children's development and learning and their relevance to an ECE service | 3 |
I |
5 |
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| U.S. 26707 v4 Describe the value of play and create resources for children's development and learning in an ECE service | 3 |
I |
4 |
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| U.S. 26708 v4 Develop respectful, reciprocal and responsive relationships with children in an ECE service | 3 |
I |
4 |
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| U.S. 29867 v1 Demonstrate knowledge of diverse whānau/families and use a range of effective communication strategies in an ECE service | 3 |
I |
5 |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 18 credits.
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