Developmental Psychology

This is a Level 7 Module taught over a single semester. It is designed to develop the Social care students’ understanding of the psychological principles involved in human development. This module will incorporate CORU's standards of proficiency. 

1. Demonstrate a knowledge of the theories and concepts of human development from birth to adulthood (Proficiency 5.1)

2. Understand the issues and factors that influence development, motivation, learning and the dynamics of relationships. (Proficiency 5.4, 5.7, 5.9, 5.14) 

3. Understand the factors involved in psychological assessment, to uphold the rights, dignity and autonomy of service users, including their role in the diagnostic, therapeutic and social care process. (Proficiencies 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.8, 1.9, 1.17, 1.19, 1.22, 1.23, 2.1, 2.2, 2.9, 2.12, 2.14, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 5.10)