C and M Training :: Human Growth & Development FETAC Level 5

Human Growth & Development FETAC Level 5

Who Should Participate on this Course?

For learners who wish to complete the FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Support (Major Award) or Learners who wish to pursue a career in nursing or in the Health Care Sector.

Duration: 4 Days
No. Of Participants: 10 Participants per Programme.
Certification: A FETAC Level 5 Certificate will be awarded to each successful participant on this course.

Course Objective:

Understand the concept of human development from conception to old age. Understand normal patterns of development from infancy to old age. Explore their own personal prejudices, fears and anxieties about working with people in need of care. Develop interpersonal/interactive skills appropriate to responding to the needs of others. Apply skills and knowledge to typical work based problems. Develop self-confidence and empathy in dealing with people.

Candidate Requirement:

Leaving Certificate or equivalent, or relevant live and work experience.
Learners must also be capable of undertaking assessment work to Ordinary Level Leaving Certificate standard.
International learners undertaking this course should have confidence in their English language, reading, writing and comprehension skills.

Course Content:

Unit 1: Psychology and child development

Theories of child development
Normal pattern of development
Secure attachments in the development of the child
Experiences of childhood
Variations of development within the normal range

Unit 2: Psychology and adolescence

Physical, emotional, social and intellectual development in adolescence
Factors that influence the personality and development of the adolescent including: family, peer, gender influences, social influence
Relationship formation in adolescence
Deviant behaviour
Strategies to assist adolescents with interpersonal relationships and other issues

Unit 3: Psychology and adulthood

Different stages of adulthood: young adult, adult and mature, independent
Normal pattern of development at various stages
Effects of goals and motivation on personal behaviour at the various life stages
Range of needs and interpersonal skills required for personal contact and positive relationships
Death and dying in the context of late adulthood

Qualifications

Component Certificate in Human Growth and Development (FETAC Level 5)
Certificate in Human Growth and Development (The College of Progressive Education)