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