5 courses with the subject CFS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
CFS 519Child Development3
Students will cultivate a deeper understanding of how children develop physically, emotionally, cognitively, socially, and spiritually at various ages. A chronological approach is used to present the various areas of maturation from conception to middle childhood. Specific attention will be given to research that enhances child learning and development in a PK-5 classroom setting, including specific teaching strategies, parenting styles, and classroom environment. Students will also discuss child development within the context of a Biblical worldview.
Students will investigate normative characteristics of biological, cognitive, and psychosocial development in adolescence. Additionally, students will also evaluate adolescent development within the broader contexts of family, community, schooling, and peer groups.
This course presents conceptual and theoretical bases for identifying and addressing the general health and wellness needs of the family and community by examining the interrelationships between the physical, psychological, social, and environmental subsystems. Principles of family and community education, outreach, consultation and intervention services will be explored. Graduate Programs ― 2026-2027 272
Students will investigate current perspectives on adult development and aging with an emphasis on theory, research, and application. Emphasis will be placed on normative social, mental, emotional, spiritual, and physiological development during young, middle, and late adulthood.
The procurement and completion of a working experience in a community-based setting related to child and family services. Includes on-site supervision and related projects assigned by the instructor. Requires student to have personal liability insurance. Permission of the instructor.
