HDF 225 Prenatal, Infant and Toddler Development
3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Studies the basic principles of development, prenatal through two years of age. Emphasizes physical, intellectual, emotional, and social growth and development of young children. (Offered via distance education.)HDF227 The Whole Child
3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Gives students, parents, teachers, and professional child care providers the tools they need to foster the growth and well-being of children in their care. Features real child care givers working and playing together with children in ways that facilitate learning and development. Locations used during the filming include a suburban preschool, an urban infant center and preschool, an in-home family child care program, two university child care centers, and Head Start classrooms. (Offered via distance education.)HDF 229 Development in Middle Childhood
3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Studies growth and development in 6- through 12-year-old children. Emphasizes physical, intellectual, emotional, and social growth of the school-aged child. (Offered via distance education.)HDF242 Balancing School, Work, and Family
1 class hr/wk, 1 cr.
Presents information on balancing the demands of school, work, and family. Covers the work-family lifestyle, handling stress, communication skills, and time and money management. (Offered via distance education.)HDF 247 Preschool Child Development
3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Examines the principles of development as they apply to the young child, primarily ages 2 1/2 through 5. Emphasizes physical, intellectual, emotional, and social growth in children. (Offered via distance education.)HDF260 Child Abuse and Neglect
3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Introduces problems of child abuse and neglect for professionals in situations where children are cared for, such as child care centers and schools. May also be useful to other professionals who come into contact with children and need to be aware of issues regarding child abuse and neglect. Includes examining the causes of abuse, the abused child, the abusive parent and adult, the role of the teacher, areas of treatment, and education. (Offered via distance education.)