PSYC& 200 - Lifespan Psychology

5.0 Credits
A broad overview of human development from conception to death. Topics include the study of the biological, psychological, and sociocultural development of the human organism throughout the lifespan. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 with a 2.0 or higher or instructor permission.

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Identify and discuss the major theoretical perspectives on human development throughout the lifespan. [REASON]
Compare and contrast the basic psychological methods of exploring human development. [REASON]
Explain how heredity and environment influence development throughout the lifespan. [REASON]
Identify and describe the stages of development from conception through death. [REASON]