HDFS501 - Advanced Child Life Theory and Practice

Course Code: HDFS501 Course ID: 5232 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Graduate

Advanced Child Life Theory and Practice provides students with the knowledge and tools to educate, prepare and support children and their families who are experiencing acute or chronic illness or trauma. This course covers scope of practice, impact of illness, family centered care, therapeutic play, preparation and official documents of the Association of Child Life Professionals. Note: This course is taught by a Certified Child life specialist and meets one of the academic requirements of the Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP®) to become a Certified Child Life Specialist. ACLP® is a registered trademark of Child Life Council, Inc.