NCEA Level 2 Child Health and Development
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Drew McWhinnie.
In this course, we will develop knowledge and skills in the practical care and education of young children in an Early Childhood Education setting.
All assessments contribute to the National Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education, and completion achieves the Social & Community Services Vocational Pathways Certificate.
This is a very relevant course for all future parents and offers important life skills.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
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Demonstrate knowledge of mokopuna/children's holistic development and learning in an early childhood setting
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Demonstrate knowledge of the basic needs and nutrition that support young children's holistic wellbeing and development
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Demonstrate knowledge of health issues, practices and services to protect and enhance the wellbeing of young children
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Describe personal and environmental hygiene and safety practices for the care of young children
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Describe attachment behaviours and strategies used to support transitions for young mokopuna/children
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Describe and demonstrate care practices for infants and toddlers
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Describe values and beliefs that inform a personal approach to the learning and care of young mokopuna/children
Disclaimer
Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry cannot be confirmed until the beginning of the 2025 school year.