Human Development

Course Information

This course is designed to provide the student with some of the practical knowledge necessary for a career in Human Services. Students will gain a greater understanding of human development across the life span by exploring the physical, cognitive and socio-emotional stages of development. As well, students will be provided with a foundation in the theoretical perspectives of Piaget, Skinner, Maslow, Keene, Erickson and Kolhberg. Students will explore the relationship between theories of human development and approaches to addiction treatment.

Intake W26 SEM

Start Date Jan 13 / 2026

End Date Apr 21 / 2026

Prerequisite(s):

n/a

Computer Software Requirements:

n/a

Chats:

n/a

Group Work:

n/a

Registering college code:
DU-HUMA1580

Host college code:
FA-BSCI1092

How to register

You can register in-person, on-line, or by phone.  When registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL001– not DU-ENL001).  For details visit https://durhamcollege.ca/academic-schools/centre-for-professional-and-part-time-learning/registration-and-admission/how-to-register-2

 

Contact

Centre for Professional and Part-time Learning
Email : ppl@durhamcollege.ca

2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa, ON
L1H 7L7

Phone : (905) 721-3052

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