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Child Development
Child Development is an exciting Level 1/2 Cambridge National course (equivalent to a GCSE) that includes a study of a child. Pupils will study the physical, social and intellectual of the child from conception to the age of five years old. You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and understanding of human needs in a diverse society and to work in a variety of contexts.
This course consists of three units and you will learn these units through a variety of teaching styles, including observing young children.
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Unit RO18 |
Health and Well-being for Child Development |
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Unit RO19 |
Equipment and Nutritional Needs of Children |
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Unit RO20 |
Development of a Child from Birth to Five Years |
Pupils are assessed through:
- Written Paper 80 marks - 50%
1 hour 15 mins. 6-8 compulsory questions comprised of short answer, structured and free response questions. Some questions may include stimulus material. - Research Task: Equipment and Nutrition 60 marks - 25%
The Research Task must be completed under supervision within the classroom and should occupy approximately 30 hours of supervised time. Requires research completed outside of lesson time. - Child Study: Child Development 60 marks - 25%
The Child Study must be completed under supervision within the classroom and should occupy approximately 30 hours of supervised time. Also requires pupils to put in their own time.