Description

In this module, caregivers will learn how to safely and competently care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-aged children, and adolescents.

Objectives:

• Define both growth and development.
• Discuss why knowledge of child growth and development is important.
• Describe the five stages of childhood.
• Discuss how working with a child differs from working with an adult.
• Demonstrate your knowledge of child development during your work with pediatric patients.