Human Development Across the Lifespan

Catalog description

This course provides a theoretical and research-based overview of human development from conception to death. Cognitive, social/emotional, and physical development are discussed within the context of environmental, genetic, social, familial, and cultural factors. Emphasis throughout the course will be on how students can apply their new knowledge to improve quality of life across the lifespan. Meets the Individual, Social and Developmental requirement for the Psychology major. Qualifies as an Academic Service-Learning course, involving a semester-long project (see Academic Service-Learning for more details).