Development Psychology as applied in Nursing
- Health Sciences
- 300 level
- 2 credit units
- 126 pages
- 16 units
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of developmental psychology and its application in nursing. It explores key concepts, theories, and principles related to child development from conception through adolescence. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide effective nursing care to children, considering their unique developmental needs and psychological well-being.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 78 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assessments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of NSC313, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
NSC313 · UNIT ONE: Developmental psychology and its importance to nursing practice
The Nature-Nurture debate. This is arguing whether development is due to nature or nurture. Is one’s development as a result of one’s genetic structure (Nature) or one’s care (Nurture)?
What you should be able to do
- Explain the principles of developmental psychology.
- Apply psychological concepts to nursing practice.
- Analyze factors influencing child development.
- Differentiate stages of cognitive and moral development.
- Evaluate emotional and social development in children.
- Apply theories of development to practical scenarios.
What it prepares you for
- Pediatric Nurse
- School Nurse
- Child Psychologist
- Family Therapist
- Community Health Worker
- Healthcare
- Education
- Social Services
- Community Health
- Mental Health
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module Two: GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
UNIT TWO FACTORS THAT AFFECT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
The concepts of Mitosis and Meiosis require a strong understanding of biology and genetics, which may be challenging for students without a science background.
- MODULE FOUR: THEORIES OF DEVELOPMENTS
UNIT TWO: THEORIES OF PERSONALITY AND MORAL DEVELOPMENT
Understanding the nuances and differences between Piaget's and Kohlberg's theories requires critical thinking and comparative analysis skills.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 78 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Developmental Psychology in Nursing
Unit 1: Developmental psychology and its importance to nursing practice · 6 hours
Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.. Study the definition of developmental psychology and its relevance to nursing.. Review the controversies in life-span development.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 2Module 1: Developmental Psychology in Nursing
Unit 2: Development of Attitude and Emotional Adjusment · 6 hours
Study the factors influencing attitude development.. Understand the components of emotion.. Evaluate the characteristics of an emotionally adjusted person.. Reflect on the implications of attitude for nursing practice..
- Week 3Module Two: GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Unit 1: BASIC PROCESSES OF GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT · 6 hours
Define development in the context of developmental psychology.. Describe the processes of growth and maturation.. Explain the general principles of development (cephalocaudal, proxismodistal, differentiation).. Reflect on the implications for teaching and learning..
- Week 4Module Two: GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
UNIT TWO FACTORS THAT AFFECT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT · 6 hours
Distinguish between environmental and genetic factors.. Explain the role of each in growth and development.. Describe the mechanism of genetic inheritance.. List and explain the effect of chromosomal abnormalities..
- Week 5Module Two: GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
UNIT THREE: PRE-NATAL DEVELOPMENT · 6 hours
Describe the process of conception and its significance.. Discuss the stages of pre-natal development.. Analyze the monthly development at the pre-natal stage.. Examine the factors affecting pre-natal development..
- Week 6Module Two: GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
UNIT FOUR: CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT · 6 hours
Differentiate the stages of childhood development.. Discuss the characteristics of a neonate.. Describe reflexes found in a neonate.. Discuss patterns of physical growth..
- Week 7MODULE THREE: INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES AND HEALTH BEHAVIOURS
UNIT ONE: INDIVIDUAL DEFFERENCES · 6 hours
Explain the term "Individual differences".. Differentiate the types of individual differences.. Discuss the causes of individual differences.. Analyze the implication of individual differences in children..
- Week 8MODULE THREE: INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES AND HEALTH BEHAVIOURS
UNIT TWO: DETERMINANTS OF HEALTH BEHAVIOUR · 6 hours
State the determinants of health behavior.. Examine ways in which determinants of health are related to development.. Discuss the barriers to accessing health services..
- Week 9MODULE THREE: INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES AND HEALTH BEHAVIOURS
UNIT THREE: PERSONALITY AND EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT · 6 hours
Define the term "personality".. Examine various factors affecting personality development.. Describe the educational implications of emotional stability development..
- Week 10MODULE FOUR: THEORIES OF DEVELOPMENTS
UNIT ONE: THE PSYCHOANALYTIC THEORY OF DEVELOPMENT · 6 hours
Examine carefully, the personality issues both before and during the Freudian era.. Identify and explain the roles of teachers in aiding the development of children's personality at the various stages of development..
- Week 11MODULE FOUR: THEORIES OF DEVELOPMENTS
UNIT TWO: THEORIES OF PERSONALITY AND MORAL DEVELOPMENT · 6 hours
Differentiate the developmental task of elementary grade from that of secondary grade.. Examine the educational significance of Havighurst theory and suggest appropriate role teachers would play in addressing the developmental issues of the theory..
- Week 12MODULE FOUR: THEORIES OF DEVELOPMENTS
UNIT THREE: THEORIES OF COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT · 6 hours
Define the term "intelligence".. Differentiate the components of intelligence.. Discuss the four stages of cognitive development according to Piaget's theory.. Describe ways the teacher can help in promoting intellectual development..
- Week 13MODULE FOUR: THEORIES OF DEVELOPMENTS
UNIT FOUR: SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT THEORIES USE IN THE SCHOOL YEARS · 6 hours
Briefly discuss the child's relationship with peers.. Outline the social learning theory.. Describe the following emotions that are associated with the school children: Worry, Love, Anger. Describe four characteristics of emotional maturity..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a timeline of developmental stages from conception to adolescence (Units 3-4).
- Compare and contrast Piaget's and Erikson's theories using a table (Modules 4-5).
- Practice applying developmental concepts to case studies of children with different needs (all modules).
- Focus on understanding the key terms and definitions related to each stage of development (Modules 2-3).
- Review past TMAs and identify areas where you need more clarification (all modules).
Questions students ask about this course
What is NSC313 about?
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of developmental psychology and its application in nursing. It explores key concepts, theories, and principles related to child development from conception through adolescence. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide effective nursing care to children, considering their unique developmental needs and psychological well-being.
How many units does NSC313 have?
NSC313, Development Psychology as applied in Nursing, has 16 units across 5 modules, over 126 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is NSC313?
NSC313 carries 2 credit units, at 300 level in Health Sciences.
Is NSC313 hard?
NSC313 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does NSC313 take to study?
About 78 hours of study, spread across its 16 units.
How is NSC313 assessed?
NSC313 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assessments and Final Examination.
What can I do with NSC313?
Pediatric Nurse, School Nurse, Child Psychologist, Family Therapist and Community Health Worker.