Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area E · CSU GE Area D7DescriptionThis introductory course examines the major physical, psychosocial, and cognitive/language developmental milestones for children, both typical and atypical, from conception through adolescence. There will be an emphasis on interactions between maturational processes and environmental factors. While studying developmental theory and investigative research methodologies, students will observe children, evaluate individual differences and analyze characteristics of development at various stages. The course meets the State of California requirement for teaching in early childhood education programs. 