Course Overview
Explore concepts of parent-child ‘bonding’ and the significance of play in a child’s emotional development. Discover the psychological effects of family structure, such as separation and divorce on child development. Broaden your understanding of the challenges a child faces at school and during adolescence.
Pre-requisites
No previous experience required to access this course.
Qualification
ICS Child Psychology Diploma
Support and benefits
- Access to a dedicated ICS tutor to mentor and motivate you throughout
- Complimentary textbook
- Study materials in modules so you can learn at your own pace
Course Code: A09
Key topics
- Introduction to Child Psychology
- Theories of Child Psychology
- Changes During the Early Years
- Play During Childhood
- The Role of the Family
- The School Years
- Adolescence
Hours of study
6 months / 100 hours
Technical requirements and fees
None
You’ll need to complete a number of multiple choice test papers as part of your coursework that you can submit to your tutor online or by post.