Boost your skillset and become a valuable asset in childhood education.
The study of developmental theories and milestones from prenatal to toddlerhood is essential for the early childhood educator. In this self-directed micro-course, learners will study the physical, cognitive, language, emotional and social domains of development and milestones reached through infancy and toddlerhood and be introduced to the principles, processes, and theories of human development.
Course Highlights
After finishing this course you will be able to:
- Describe the principles, processes, and theories of human development.
- Describe the influences on prenatal development, birth and newborn development.
- Summarize physical, cognitive, and language development from infancy to toddlerhood.
- Summarize emotional and social development from infancy to toddlerhood
*Learners who successfully complete this course will receive a digital transcript and an e-certificate. This course satisfies the educational requirement to be a Child Care Assistant in Manitoba , and can be eligible for transfer credit into Robertson’s Early Childhood Educator Diploma program.
Course Details
Quick Facts
Format:
Online Micro-Course
Length:
60 Hours completed at your own pace
Course Price:
$445
Who is Eligible?
This online course can be taken by anyone. There are no specific requirements for entry. This is a valuable course for anyone wishing to pursue a career as a Child Care Assistant or Early Childhood Educator.
Flexible Learning
Study Anywhere
With micro-courses, you choose where you learn. Our flexible course format gives you the freedom to study where, when and how it works best for you – you set your own schedule.
24/7 Access
Thanks to our online learning hub Brightspace, you have access to your course materials 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Pick up your coursework when it makes sense for you.
Boost Your Resume
Once you’re done, you’ll get to add an E-Course Certificate to your resume, boosting your credibility, skills and competitive advantage in your current or future career.
Terms and Conditions
Refund Policy
Refunds will only be considered when requested within two weeks of the date of registration and for learners who have not completed more than 25%.
- Days 1-7 after registration; learners will be eligible for a full refund if they have not completed more than 25%.
- Days 8-14 after registration; learners will be eligible for a refund minus $50.00 administration fee if they have not completed more than 25%.
- No refund will be issued for learners who have completed more than 25% within two weeks following their registration.
- No refund will be issued for learners after the two weeks following their registration.
- To be eligible for a refund, students must submit an email request to the Micro Course Team at [email protected] within the specified timeframe.
Some courses may be eligible for credit toward diploma programs at Robertson. Contact an Academic Advisor for more information. Transfer of credits is not available to international learners.
Course Access Duration
Learners are able to complete this course at their own speed up to a maximum of six months. At the six month expiry, any learner who has yet to complete the course will be unenrolled, leading to loss of access.