HE 8284: Parenting and Child Development

Credits 0.5
Level
High School
Grades
9,
10,
11,
12
Students study the development of the child from prenatal to age six and learn skills for effective parenting. The course focuses on understanding the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of the child. Other topics include financial planning in preparing for children, understanding the health and safety needs of children, developing responsible discipline methods, caring for handicapped children, and investigating careers in childcare services.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools ensures equal access to all CTE courses. Accessibility accommodations will be provided as needed.

Semesters
1