2016-2017 Undergraduate General Catalog


PSYC 210 Life-Span Human Development

An examination of human development throughout the life span, investigating the physical, cognitive and social changes that occur as we both age and reach cultural milestones (marriage, retirement, etc.). Genetic, cultural and other influences on development will be discussed, along with the research methods psychologists use to separate and understand these influences. Students will learn how to optimize healthy development, and acquire new understanding of the developmental stage of others.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Recommended but not Required Prerequisite: PSYC 115

Core Requirements

Orientation: Well-Being