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Child Development and Gerontology, Grade 12
College Preparation TOJ4C
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 gov- erning 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.
Prerequisite: None
Note: Although this course may be delivered as an emphasis course focusing on either child development or gerontology (see p. 17), many schools will deliver it as a broad- based course covering both areas, as represented in this document. The expectations that follow outline a full and extensive range of knowledge and skills pertaining to both areas equally, and include distinct examples, wherever possible, for each area. It is recognized that a one-credit course may not afford the time necessary for thorough and complete coverage of all aspects of every expectation for each of the two areas. Teachers delivering the course should use their professional judgement in determining which area will be the focus of learning in connection with selected specific expectations.
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