Precluded combinations with current SACE subjects: None
Other advice: Strong levels of literacy are needed for the Investigation component of this course.
Course Outline:
Students explore the period of childhood from conception to eight years, and issues related to the growth, health and well-being of children.
They examine the diverse range of values and beliefs about childhood and the care of children, the nature of contemporary families and the changing roles of children in a contemporary consumer society.
Topics included:
Food labelling - Area of Study 3 – Political and Legal Influences
Technological Support - Area of Study 5 – Technological Influences
Role of Play - Area of Study 3 – Sociocultural Influences
Impact of computers - Area of Study 1 Contemporary and Future Issues
Keep children safe - Area of Study 2 – Economic and Environmental Issues – Group Activity
Childhood Nutrition - Area of Study 2 – Economic and Environmental Issues – Group Activity
Investigation of contemporary issues, students to select the Area of Study
Length of course: Full year
Credit points and TAS Status: 20 Credit TAS
Recommended Background:
Satisfactory completion of Year 10 Child Studies, Community Services (Child Care) VET and/or Stage 1 Food and Hospitality would be an advantage.
Precluded combinations with current SACE subjects: None
Other advice: Strong levels of literacy are needed for the Investigation component of this course.
Course Outline:
Students explore the period of childhood from conception to eight years, and issues related to the growth, health and well-being of children.
They examine the diverse range of values and beliefs about childhood and the care of children, the nature of contemporary families and the changing roles of children in a contemporary consumer society.
Topics included:
Assessment:
Additional Costs:
Further information on post school pathways: