Note: All courses listed below have a professional studies classification only, unless cross-listed with an arts and science discipline.
CHYS 1110
Introduction to Child and Youth Care0.5 unit
An introduction to the scope and practice of professional child and youth care. Students will examine major developments, issues and approaches within each of the separate aspects of care, essential elements of professional practice, the development of the profession and the role of the child and youth care worker.
CHYS 1120
Essentials of Child and Youth Care Practice0.5 unit
Prerequisites: CHYS 1110 and admission to the Bachelor of Arts (Child and Youth Study)
An examination of the essential elements of professional practice in the field of child and youth care. Students will examine the concept of professionalism as it applies to child and youth care practice together with a number of specific professional skills including observations skills, interpersonal communication, problem-solving, documentation and report writing.
CHYS 2208
Guiding Young Children’s Learning,Development and Behaviour0.5 unit
Prerequisites: CHYS 1110 and PSYC 1120
A focus on understanding and enhancing young children’s learning experiences. In this course students will learn strategies of identifying, analyzing and implementing developmentally appropriate learning and behaviour guidance principles applicable during the early childhood years. Note: Students who have received credit for CHYS 2207 may not take this course for credit.
CHYS 2209
Issues in Early Childhood Care and Education0.5 unit
Prerequisites: CHYS 1110 and PSYC 1120
An examination of contemporary lived experiences of children with an emphasis on strategies for modifying problematic effects of those experiences in order to enhance the provision of their care, learning and development. Note: Students who have received credit for CHYS 2207 may not take this course for credit.
CHYS 2211
Research Methods in Child and Youth Study0.5 unit
Prerequisites: CHYS 1110 and MATH 2209 (MATH 2209 may be taken concurrently with permission of the department)
An overview of current research methodology with applications to the field of child and youth study. Emphasis is placed on the student’s ability to evaluate the quality and potential for application of research in this field.
CHYS 2251
Practicum I: Preschool0.5 unit
Prerequisite: CHYS 2208 or 2209 (may be taken concurrently)
Field experiences in preschool settings in conjunction with seminars which examine these experiences in relation to theories and methods of working with young children. Placements are completed on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students may not enrol in any other daytime courses on these days.
CHYS 3301
Issues in Programs for Children with Special Needs and Their Families0.5 unit
Prerequisite: completion of 10 units of university credit including CHYS 1110 and PSYC 2222 or permission of the department
An examination of a number of issues that have direct relevance to individuals with special needs from birth to adulthood and to their families. Social, educational, ethical, legal and political issues will be examined. Students will consider their future roles, and the roles of other professionals, in the provision of comprehensive services to this population. Note: Students who have received credit for CHYS 4401 may not take this course for credit.
CHYS 3312
Play, Recreation and Development0.5 unit
Prerequisites: CHYS 2208, 2209 and PSYC 2222
This course will examine the development of play in children and its relationship to physical, social, emotional, linguistic and cognitive development. Students will examine theoretical approaches and current research in each of the major areas of play and analyse the relevance and application for child and youth care environments.
CHYS 3320
Youth Care: Theory and Issues0.5 unit
Prerequisites: CHYS 1110 and PSYC 3319 (may be taken concurrently with permission of the department)
An orientation to youth care through consideration of theoretical perspectives and models pertaining to youth-at-risk, contemporary issues affecting youth development and behaviour, and professional issues for those working within the youth care community.
CHYS 3327/FSGN 3327
Interpersonal Communication Skills0.5 unit
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: completion of 10 units of university credit including CHYS 2251 or 3351
The study and practice of basic interpersonal communication skills for the professional. Note: Students who have received credit for HUEC 4427 or GNTG 3327 may not take this course for credit.
CHYS 3339
Selected Topics in Child and Youth Study0.5 unit
Prerequisites: 10 units of university credit
An examination of selected topics pertaining to children and youth. Topics will vary from year to year. This course does not require specialized knowledge of child and youth study.
CHYS 3351
Practicum II0.5 unit
Prerequisite: completion of 10 units of credit including CHYS 2208, 2209, 2251 and PSYC 2222.
Field experience in settings for children with special needs in conjunction with seminars which relate the experiences to theories and methods of working with children with special needs. Placements are completed on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students may not enrol in any other daytime courses on these days. Note: Students who have received credit for CHYS 2252 may not take this course for credit.
CHYS 3352
Practicum III0.5 unit
Prerequisites: completion of 10 units of credit including PSYC 2222, CHYS 2251 and 3351. Placements in youth/adolescent settings require CHYS 3320; placements in early intervention require CHYS 3301; placements in administration require CHYS 4407. CHYS 3301, 3320 and 4407 may be taken concurrently with practicum.
Field experience in a wide range of programs for children, youth and families in conjunction with seminars which examine relevant issues and the relationship between theory and practice. Placements are completed on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students may not enrol in any other daytime courses on these days.
CHYS 4402
Program Development for Children With Special Needs and Their Families0.5 unit
Prerequisite: CHYS 3301
Students will examine existing programs for children with special needs. In addition, emphasis will be placed on integrating previous knowledge of and experience with children with special needs in order to design and implement programs for them.
CHYS 4407
Methods in Program Development and Administration0.5 unit
Prerequisite: completion of 10 units of university credit including CHYS 1110 and PSYC 2222
Students are involved in examining the elements that have to be considered in the initial planning, policy making, organization and evaluation stages of programs for children. A major emphasis is on the translation of theory into practice in order to attain program goals.
CHYS 4410/EDUC 5410
Creative Arts in the Classroom: General
0.5 unit
NSCAD Visual Arts in the Classroom: Art0.5 unit
CHYS 4412/EDUC 5412
Creative Arts in the Classroom: Children’s Literature0.5 unit
CHYS 4413/EDUC 5413
Creative Arts in the Classroom: Creative Movement
0.5 unit
CHYS 4414/EDUC 5414
Creative Arts in the Classroom: Drama0.5 unit
CHYS 4415/EDUC 5415
Creative Arts in the Classroom: Music0.5 unit
These courses are designed to help prospective teachers promote child growth and development in the classroom through creative activities.
CHYS 4416
Cultural Perspectives on Childhood and Adolescence0.5 unit
Prerequisite: completion of 10 units of university credit including CHYS 1110 and PSYC 2222
A senior seminar devoted to examining childhood and adolescence in various countries. Attention will be focussed on cultural attitudes and values related to children and how these values are reflected in research and social policy for children and families.
CHYS 4418
Infant Development for Caregivers
0.5 unit
Prerequisite: completion of 10 units of university credit including CHYS 1110 and PSYC 2222
An overview of theory and research related to infant development with applications for the design and provision of infant-care environments.
CHYS 4419
Directed Study0.5 unit
Prerequisite: permission of the department
This course permits advanced child and youth study students to pursue independent work in a specific area relating to individual interests or career intentions. The study may take the form of directed readings and/or research projects in the area selected.
CHYS 4420
Youth Care: Approaches and Program Development
0.5 unit
Prerequisite: CHYS 3320 and PSYC 3319 (may be taken concurrently with the permission of the department)
An examination of the essential components in care and treatment environments for youth and adolescents. Students will examine treatment interventions and programming for troubled adolescents and the professional role of the child and youth care workers in a variety of contexts.
CHYS 4421
Seminar in Child and Youth Research0.5 unit
Prerequisite: completion of 10 units of university credit including CHYS 1110, CHYS 2211 or equivalent, and PSYC 2222
This course provides students with the opportunity to engage in critical evaluation of research in child and youth care, early childhood education and developmental disabilities. In addition to topics that have enduring or contemporary relevance, the student will be expected to develop mastery of the literature in a selected area.
CHYS 4422
Early Intervention: Theory and Practice0.5 unit
Prerequisite: completion of 10 units of university credit including CHYS 3301
An examination of current research, trends and issues in the field of early intervention i.e., services for children with special needs aged 0-6 years. The major emphasis will be on the integration of theory and practice. Program delivery and best practice models, professional roles, and the integration of services will also be considered.
CHYS 4423
Psychosocial Care of Children, Youth and Families in Health Care Settings0.5 unit
Prerequisite: completion of 10 units of university credit including CHYS 3312
An overview of theory, research and practice related to the care of children, youth and families in health care settings, with particular emphasis on child life professional practice. Content related to assessment, intervention and professional responsibility will be emphasized.
CHYS 4429
Special Topics in Child and Youth Study0.5 unit
Prerequisites: 10 units of university credit including CHYS 2211 and PSYC 2222
An opportunity for advanced students to examine in-depth selected topics in child and youth study. Topics will vary from year to year. The course will allow students to focus on a specialized area of the field that may be treated more briefly in other courses.
CHYS 4451
Practicum IV0.5 unit
Prerequisites: completion of 15 units including CHYS 3352 and all specific prerequisites for placements as noted for CHYS 3352
This practicum provides an opportunity for students to gain experience in a wide range of services for children, youth and families related to their interests and future goals. Requirements of each placement are developed individually with the placement and supervisor. Placements are completed on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students may not enrol in any other daytime courses on these days.
CHYS 4499
Honours Thesis1.0 unit
Prerequisite: admission to the honours program
Students will complete a research project under the supervision of a faculty advisor. The outcome of this work will normally be an oral presentation and a written thesis.