The programme aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge of child development from conception through adolescence with emphasis on physical, cognitive and psychosocial growth. The programme examines the principles of typical and atypical child psychology based on contemporary theories and research findings, enabling students to integrate the application of knowledge into their teaching and / or parenting practices.

 Objectives

Upon completion of the programme, students should be able to:

• Explain theories in developmental psychology;

• Evaluate the appropriateness of theories of developmental psychology in explaining development in different lifestages from infancy to adolescence;

• Suggest ways of fostering healthy emotional, intellectual and academic development of children and adolescents;

• Explain the characteristics of children and adolescents with psychological disorders and special needs, and formulate appropriate educational strategies for them;

• Design appropriate teaching methods in music and arts in order to foster children’s development; and

• Apply counselling theories and techniques in helping children and adolescents in educational settings.

 Who Should Attend

Anyone who is interested in understanding the developmental process of children, especially suitable for teachers, caring professionals, parents and caregivers who wish to enhance their children's learning and development.

 Programme Features

Students will acquire fundamental theoretical knowledge and practical skills in child psychology in a highly interactive learning environment.

 Professional Recognition

CNE : Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates are eligible to obtain the respective CNE points.

 Admission Requirements

Applicants are normally required to meet either one of the following requirements:

• Level 2 in 5 HKDSE subjects (including English and Chinese); or

• Diploma Yi Jin , or

• 5 passes in HKCEE (including English and Chinese at level 2 or grade E) or equivalent plus 1 year of relevant working experience, or

• Yi Jin Certificate plus 1 year of relevant working experience, or

• Other acceptable equivalent qualifications (at QF level 3); or

• Mature applicants aged 21 or above with 3 years’ relevant working experience may also be considered.

*Note： Applicants possessing "Attained/Attained with Distinction" results in an Applied Learning (ApL) subjectare deemed to have attained "Level 2/Level 3" respectively in one HKDSE subject, with a maximum of 2 ApL subjects that can be counted for admission purpose.

Assessment

Students are required to have an overall pass in the assessment of the programme. The passing mark is 50%.

Exemption Policy

Students or graduates of “CH024 兒童心理學證書(中文)” cannot be exempted from any course of “DH009 Diploma in Child Psychology”.

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