Human Development

This course is designed to provide the student with some of the practical knowledge necessary for a career in Human Services. Students will gain a greater understanding of human development across the life span by exploring the physical, cognitive and socio-emotional stages of development. As well, students will be provided with a foundation in the theoretical perspectives of Piaget, Skinner, Maslow, Keene, Erickson and Kolhberg.Students will explore the relationship between theories of human development and approaches to addiction treatment.