Child Psychology L6

Course details

The Child Psychology Level 6 (Minor Award) aims to provide the learner with an understanding of the factors that influence and impact on a child’s psychological development. It will provide an understanding of theories of developmental change and continuity in infancy, childhood and adolescence. Learners will be provided with a comprehensive introduction to theories and theorists of child development psychology and will develop the skills and knowledge required to discuss and evaluate these theories.

The Benefits of this Valuable Qualification

• Learners will develop an understanding of the key concepts and terminology related to Child Psychology.
• Become aware of the significant transition in a child’s development and how this may affect the child’s sense of self.
• Understand and identify key social, biological, cultural and historical perspectives and their affect on the child’s development of self.
• Implement observation techniques in order to collect quality primary scientific data in an education or childcare setting and learn how to take comprehensive notes as part of primary research data collection.
• Identify child developmental problems and respond to them with recommendations which are theoretically supported.
• Identify and discuss the factors which impact on gender identity for children.
• Become aware of one’s own personal learning styles both positive and negative and work towards continuous improvement.
• Work as part of a group and assist others while recognising one’s attitudes, values and beliefs in relation to best practice

Learners who are interested in this Child Psychology Level 6 Minor Award will be provided with a comprehensive introduction to theories and theorists of child development psychology and will develop the skills and knowledge required to embark on a career in this field.

The entry requirements are as follows:

• Interest in Child Development theory and practices
• Leaving Certificate standard or appropriate FETAC/QQI Qualification or equivalent. 
• Mature Applicants with relevant life and work experience
• English Language Proficiency Test where deemed appropriate or an IELTS score of 5.0

This Child Psychology Level 6 Minor Award will provide the learner with an understanding of theories of developmental change and continuity in infancy, childhood & adolescence. It will also enable learners to develop an understanding of the key concepts and terminology related to Child Psychology.  Learners will develop observation techniques to identify and collect quality primary scientific data in an education or child care setting, identify child developmental problems & respond to them with recommendations which are theoretically supported.

• Psychological Background & Psychological Theory
• Application of Psychological Theory to Work Practice
• Understanding Child Psychology from infancy to Adolescence
• Child Psychology & Scientific Research
• Personal & Professional Development
• Work Experience

Assessment

A combination of module appropriate assessment procedures will facilitate the assessment of learning outcomes of this early Child Psychology course. These methods will include a combination of final written examinations and continuous assessment processes such as assignments, collection of work, learner records, projects and skills demonstration

Awards

• FETAC/QQI Child Psychology Level 6 Minor Award (6N2023)