Understanding Child Development: 5 - 8 Years

Gain a better understanding of child development (between 5-8 years).

Fully funded for all SCMA members

The aim of this course is to gain a better understanding of what child development looks like between the ages of 5-8 years, and the theory behind it. This will help you to develop an understanding of your role in supporting a child’s development, and allow you to review and develop your practice to support the child’s needs.

In this course we will:

• Explore how children learn and develop between ages 5-8 years.
• Explore physical, as well as emotional, changes such as anxiety, anger and self-regulation.
• Explore the role of the childminder, including the importance of your service ethos and the environment the child experiences.
• Explore observations, the Leuven Scale and developmental delay.