CPSY3601: Introduction to Child Life Theory and Practice

This course will provide an introduction to the child life profession with a strong focus on patient and family-centered care. This course will meet the required topics of study as identified by the Child Life Council. The major learning objectives include 1) gaining an understanding of the fundamental theories that support patient and family-centered care and child life practice, 2) identifying how illness, injury, and hospitalization impacts a child's development and their family, 3) gaining an understanding of the Official Documents of the Child Life Council, 4) examining the elements of therapeutic play in a clinical setting, and 5) identifying techniques to prepare a child and their family for healthcare encounters. prereq: Interested students should have at least an introductory course in psychology or developmental psychology.

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