Browse Hierarchy ECS5006: Young Children's Health and Wellbeing

Understanding the roles, responsibilities and perspectives of health professionals and others working with young children and their families is essential for effective early childhood partnership and for inter-agency collaboration. This module aims to promote students' understanding of the importance of children's health and wellbeing by reflecting on issues such as health inequalities, health promotion and health provision for young children. Students will also learn about children's inner lives and spirituality, touching upon the role of the adult in fostering children's emotional and spiritual wellbeing.