2011-12 Catalog

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Offering Description

Lifespan Developmental Psychology

Summer 2012 quarter

Faculty
Carrie Margolin cognitive psychology
Fields of Study
psychology
Preparatory for studies or careers in
psychology, social services, health care, education
Description
This course will focus on milestones of human development from conception through death. We will consider the nature of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development throughout the lifespan, addressing major theories and current research that explain how and why developmental change occurs. Some practical topics to be explored will include child rearing, learning disorders, adolescent rebellion, adult midlife crisis, and care giving for elderly parents. This course serves as a prerequisite for upper-division work and graduate school admission in psychology, education, and health care.   
Advertised Schedule
6-10p Tue/Thu (Jul. 31 - Aug. 30)
Location
Olympia
Online Learning
No Required Online Learning
Books
Greener Store
Offered During
Evening