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 (was PSYCH 206). Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 (was PSYCH 100) with a 2.0 or instructor’s permission.

Course Objectives
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]