TOJ4C
College Preparation
Child Development and Gerontology
Course Summary
Subject Area Subject: Technological Education
Grade 12
Prerequisites: None
1 Credit
4 Units, 20 learning activities
This course enables students to examine the stages of child development and the aging process. Students will study the processes of disease and factors contributing to health and well-being in early and later life, and will develop skills required to meet the needs of children and older adults (care skills). Students will also learn about legislation governing the care of children and older adults; evaluate social and recreational activities, programs, and services for improving quality of life; and develop an awareness of health and safety issues, environmental and social issues, and career opportunities related to child care and gerontology.
Interested in enrolling?
Please connect with the guidance counsellor at your school to see if this course is available to you. Your counsellor will support you in accessing the course, if available, or work with you to find an alternative in which you can enroll.
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