Child and Adolescent Psychology
This 4-week online microcredential course explores human growth and development from the prenatal period through adolescence. Students will examine physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development using scientific, theoretical, and practical lenses. Course materials include lecture videos, readings, and discussion forums to encourage reflection and analysis of core concepts. Learners are required to engage with weekly assignments and complete a final developmental autobiography, linking personal experiences to key developmental theories. This course offers foundational knowledge in developmental psychology and prepares students to apply these insights to academic, clinical, or educational settings.
Skills / Knowledge
- Knowledge of Child Development
- Developmental Theory
- Social Growth
- Emotional Growth
- Developmental Psychology
- Psychosocial Development
- Cognitive Development
- Research and Analysis
- Reflective Practice
Earning Criteria
Optional
By the end of this course, learners will be able to describe the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development of children and adolescents, understand and apply key theoretical perspectives, analyze developmental diversity, and demonstrate ethical and scientific understanding in psychological study.
Learners will submit a comprehensive developmental autobiography connecting personal history to course content. Assessments include four timed, individual knowledge checks, four graded discussion posts, and one developmental autobiography/
Learner will demonstrate knowledge in child development, developmental theories, and social and emotional growth.