Course name: Child Development and Gerontology Course code: (TOJ4C)

Grade: 12

Type: College Preparation

This resource enables Learners to examine the stages of child development and the aging process. Learners will study the processes of disease and factors contributing to health and well-being in early and later life, and will develop skills required to meet the needs of children and older adults (care skills). Learners will also learn about legislation governing the care of children and older adults; evaluate social and recreational activities, programs, and services for improving quality of life; and develop an awareness of health and safety issues, environmental and social issues, and career opportunities related to child care and gerontology.

Grade: 12

Type: College Preparation

Prerequisites: None

This resource enables Learners to examine the stages of child development and the aging process. Learners will study the processes of disease and factors contributing to health and well-being in early and later life, and will develop skills required to meet the needs of children and older adults (care skills). Learners will also learn about legislation governing the care of children and older adults; evaluate social and recreational activities, programs, and services for improving quality of life; and develop an awareness of health and safety issues, environmental and social issues, and career opportunities related to child care and gerontology.

These learning resources support both Teacher led instruction and independent study.

For independent study, Learners may engage in active notebook reflection whenever prompted to participate in Discussions, Partner Activities, or Quizzes. No assignments can be submitted to TVO for grading or credit.

Educators may refer to the For Teachers page for extra information.

These learning resources support both Teacher led instruction and independent study.

For independent study, Learners may engage in active notebook reflection whenever prompted to participate in Discussions, Partner Activities, or Quizzes. No assignments can be submitted to TVO for grading or credit.

Educators may refer to the For Teachers page for extra information.

20 Lessons

5 Lessons

1.1 Child development theories

1.2 Child safety and you

Course name: Child Development and Gerontology Course code: (TOJ4C)

These learning resources support both Teacher led instruction and independent study.

These learning resources support both Teacher led instruction and independent study.

5 Lessons

1.1 Child development theories

1.2 Child safety and you

1.3 Children and lifelong healthy habits

1.4 Community health programs

1.5 Child Welfare

5 Lessons

2.1 You are what you eat

2.2 Play and its effects on children

2.3 Taking care of a child

2.4 Getting moving: Fitness and accessibility

2.5 Becoming certified to work with children

5 Lessons

3.1 Facts and myths about aging

3.2 Death and dying

3.3 Healthy aging

3.4 Programs, services, and products

3.5 Elder abuse

5 Lessons

4.1 Healthy food for seniors

4.2 The art of communication

4.3 Demonstrating skills and care

4.4 Planning and communication

4.5 Caring for seniors: Careers, health, and care

Course name: Child Development and Gerontology Course code: (TOJ4C)

These learning resources support both Teacher led instruction and independent study.

These learning resources support both Teacher led instruction and independent study.

Unit 1 : Child development, safety, and overall wellness 5 Lessons .chain-link{fill:#3d4649;} .icon-circle{fill:#e6e6e6;}

1.1 Child development theories 1.1 Child development theories

1.2 Child safety and you 1.2 Child safety and you

1.3 Children and lifelong healthy habits 1.3 Children and lifelong healthy habits

1.4 Community health programs 1.4 Community health programs

1.5 Child Welfare 1.5 Child Welfare

Unit 2 : Child health and dietary needs 5 Lessons .chain-link{fill:#3d4649;} .icon-circle{fill:#e6e6e6;}

2.1 You are what you eat 2.1 You are what you eat

2.2 Play and its effects on children 2.2 Play and its effects on children

2.3 Taking care of a child 2.3 Taking care of a child

2.4 Getting moving: Fitness and accessibility 2.4 Getting moving: Fitness and accessibility

2.5 Becoming certified to work with children 2.5 Becoming certified to work with children

Unit 3 : Senior development, safety, and overall wellness 5 Lessons .chain-link{fill:#3d4649;} .icon-circle{fill:#e6e6e6;}

3.1 Facts and myths about aging 3.1 Facts and myths about aging

3.2 Death and dying 3.2 Death and dying

3.3 Healthy aging 3.3 Healthy aging

3.4 Programs, services, and products 3.4 Programs, services, and products

3.5 Elder abuse 3.5 Elder abuse

Unit 4 : Senior health and dietary needs 5 Lessons .chain-link{fill:#3d4649;} .icon-circle{fill:#e6e6e6;}

4.1 Healthy food for seniors 4.1 Healthy food for seniors

4.2 The art of communication 4.2 The art of communication

4.3 Demonstrating skills and care 4.3 Demonstrating skills and care

4.4 Planning and communication 4.4 Planning and communication

4.5 Caring for seniors: Careers, health, and care 4.5 Caring for seniors: Careers, health, and care

5 Lessons

1.1 Child development theories

1.2 Child safety and you

1.3 Children and lifelong healthy habits

1.4 Community health programs

1.5 Child Welfare

5 Lessons

2.1 You are what you eat

2.2 Play and its effects on children

2.3 Taking care of a child

2.4 Getting moving: Fitness and accessibility

2.5 Becoming certified to work with children

5 Lessons

3.1 Facts and myths about aging

3.2 Death and dying

3.3 Healthy aging

3.4 Programs, services, and products

3.5 Elder abuse

5 Lessons

4.1 Healthy food for seniors

4.2 The art of communication

4.3 Demonstrating skills and care

4.4 Planning and communication

4.5 Caring for seniors: Careers, health, and care