Child Physiology

 (12-Week Course)

Child Physiology focuses on understanding how a child’s body grows, develops, and functions from infancy to early childhood. This course equips students with knowledge of physical development, body systems, health, nutrition, and early identification of developmental delays.

  • Weekly Break

    Week 1: Introduction to Child Physiology

    Definition and importance

    Stages of growth (0–6 years)

    Basic developmental milestones

     

    Week 2: Growth & Development

    Physical growth patterns

    Factors affecting development (nutrition, environment)

    Monitoring growth

     

    Week 3: Nervous System

    Brain development in children

    Sensory responses (touch, sound, sight)

    Learning and behaviour connection

     

    Week 4: Digestive System & Nutrition

    How children digest food

    Nutritional needs

    Balanced diet for growth

     

    Week 5: Respiratory System

    Breathing and oxygen flow

    Common respiratory issues in children

     

    Week 6: Circulatory System

    Heart function

    Blood circulation basics

     

    Week 7: Musculoskeletal System

    Bones and muscles

    Movement and posture

     

    Week 8: Motor Skill Development

    Fine motor skills (writing, grasping)

    Gross motor skills (walking, jumping)

     

    Week 9: Health & Hygiene

    Daily care routines

    Clean environments

    Preventing infections

     

    Week 10: Common Childhood Illnesses

    Fever, flu, infections

    When to seek medical help

     

    Week 11: Developmental Delays

    Identifying delays early

    Referral systems

     

    Week 12: Practical & Assessment

    Case studies

    Final evaluation

  •  Learning Outcomes

    • Understand child body systems
    • Promote healthy development
    • Identify early warning signs

Cost: R1 500