Child Studies

SACE Stage 2

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Child Studies

Child Studies

SACE Stage 2

20 credits


This course covers children's growth and development from conception to eight years old. Students will learn about the different stages children go through, and gain an understanding of how children grow and change physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually.

Course Content
Assessment
Overview
    The course encourages students to explore attitudes and values around parenting and caregiving, and explore how childhood is shaped by relationships with others, family, culture and life circumstances. Students will also investigate the impact of education, family background, and social and economic factors on children's lives and development. Students will build knowledge and understanding of young children through individual, group and practical activities.

Pathways

School Assessment
Practical Activity 50%
Group Activity 20%


External Assessment
Investigation 30%