Child Life

Catalog description

This course is designed to introduce students to the role of the Certified Child Life Specialist, as well as to the hospitalized child and his/her developmental needs. Students will examine best practices for working with families and application of patient care vs. family centered care. At the completion of this course, students will be able to promote the essential child life goals of minimizing stress and anxiety, promote coping strategies and normal development. Prerequisite: PSY-250 or PSY-251.