Course Details
Course Code: CHFD498 Course ID: 3708 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Undergraduate
This course covers major issues within the field of child and family development. Historical underpinnings of theory and practice, factors influencing family function and dysfunction across the lifespan, family education and guidance, law and public policy related to children and families, family resource management, and ethical and professional issues confronting practitioners in field are examined. Extensive research, reading and synthesis of scholarly and professional resources are required. (Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 105 hours towards your program)
Course Schedule
| Registration Dates | Course Dates | Start Month | Session | Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/29/2022 - 09/02/2022 | 09/05/2022 - 10/30/2022 | September | Summer 2022 Session D | 8 Week session |
| 04/26/2022 - 09/30/2022 | 10/03/2022 - 11/27/2022 | October | Fall 2022 Session B | 8 Week session |
| 05/21/2022 - 11/04/2022 | 11/07/2022 - 01/01/2023 | November | Fall 2022 Session I | 8 Week session |
| 06/28/2022 - 12/02/2022 | 12/05/2022 - 01/29/2023 | December | Fall 2022 Session D | 8 Week session |
| 07/25/2022 - 12/30/2022 | 01/02/2023 - 02/26/2023 | January | Winter 2023 Session B | 8 Week session |
Current Syllabi
Students successfully completing this course will demonstrate the following knowledge and skills:
- Describes fundamental and advanced concepts concerning the processes of child and family development
- Summarizes key contemporary issues facing children and families in contemporary society
- Evaluates the validity of discipline related literature.
- Explains the key ethical and professional issues confronting practitioners in field of child and family development
- Identifies the roles and responsibilities of child and family development professionals
| Name | Grade % |
|---|---|
| Discussions | 25.00 % |
| Week 1: Child and Family Development Today | 3.13 % |
| Week 2: CFLE Content Areas | 3.13 % |
| Week 3: Professional Associations | 3.13 % |
| Week 4: Tolerance and Children | 3.13 % |
| Week 5: Professional Org. | 3.13 % |
| Week 6: Family Law | 3.13 % |
| Week 7: Ethics (Part II) | 3.13 % |
| Week 8: Future Issues | 3.13 % |
| Assignments | 75.00 % |
| Assignment 1 due in Week 2 - Career Opportunities Research and Report | 15.00 % |
| Assignment 2 due in Week 3 - Interview Questions | 15.00 % |
| Assignment 3 due in Week 4 - NCFR Substance Areas 1-5 | 15.00 % |
| Assignment 4 due in Week 6 - Interview a Professional in the Field | 15.00 % |
| Assignment 5 due in Week 7 - NCFR Substance Areas 6-10 | 15.00 % |
Students successfully completing this course will demonstrate the following knowledge and skills:
- Describes fundamental and advanced concepts concerning the processes of child and family development
- Summarizes key contemporary issues facing children and families in contemporary society
- Evaluates the validity of discipline related literature.
- Explains the key ethical and professional issues confronting practitioners in field of child and family development
- Identifies the roles and responsibilities of child and family development professionals
| Book Title: | Tools for Ethical Thinking and Practice in Family Life Education, 4th ed - e-book provided inside the classroom |
| ISBN: | 9780916174774 |
| Publication Info: | CLASS-NCFR |
| Author: | NCFR |
| Unit Cost: | $10.00 |
| Electronic Unit Cost: | $10.00 |
| Book Title: | Various resources from the APUS Library & the Open Web are used. Please visit http://apus.libguides.com/er.php to locate the course eReserve. |
| Author: | No Author Specified |