Child Development
Cambridge National in Child Development
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This qualification is for learners who wish to develop knowledge and practical skills in child development. It is designed with both practical and theoretical elements, which will prepare students for further qualifications in Child Care, Health and Social Care, Psychology, Sociology and Biology.
All students will study three mandatory topics as follows:
- Year 10 – Health and Well-Being for child development
- Year 11 – Understand the equipment and nutritional needs of children from birth to five years
- Year 11 – Understand the development norms of a child from birth to five years.
Many pupils who choose this course have an interest in careers related to children. It may be useful for those wishing to pursue careers in nursing, social work, teaching, midwifery, health visitor, health education, caring for children with special needs, speech therapy and physiotherapy.
