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Home Economics: Child Development syllabus, dot point by dot point
Every dot point in the Northern Ireland Home Economics: Child Developmentsyllabus, with a focused answer for each one. Click any dot point for a worked explainer, past exam questions, and links to related dot points. Written by Claude Opus 4.8, Anthropic's latest AI.
Birth and the Newborn
Module overview →- How is a newborn baby fed, and how do breast and bottle feeding compare?The advantages and disadvantages of breastfeeding and bottle feeding, the safe preparation and sterilisation of bottle feeds, and an introduction to weaning.8 min answer →
- How do parents prepare for the birth, and what happens during labour?How parents prepare for the birth, the choices of where to give birth, the three stages of labour, methods of delivery and pain relief.8 min answer →
- What is a newborn baby like, and what care and checks does it need in its first days?The appearance and characteristics of a newborn baby, the reflexes present at birth, the checks carried out including the Apgar score, postnatal care of mother and baby, and the equipment needed.8 min answer →
Child Development (0 to 5)
Module overview →- What should you consider when choosing clothes and shoes for a young child?The factors to consider when choosing clothing and footwear for babies and young children, including safety, comfort, fit, fabric and care, and the importance of correctly fitted shoes.8 min answer →
- How does a child learn to think, understand and communicate from birth to five years?Intellectual development from birth to five years, the stages of communication and language development, how adults can support learning and language, and the factors that affect them.8 min answer →
- How does a child's body and movement develop from birth to five years?Physical development from birth to five years, the difference between gross and fine motor skills, the main milestones in order, and the factors that affect physical development.8 min answer →
- Why is play so important, and what types of play help a child learn?The value of play for all-round development, the types of play and the social stages of play, choosing safe and suitable toys, and how adults support play.8 min answer →
- How does a child develop feelings, relationships and behaviour from birth to five years?Social and emotional development from birth to five years, bonding and attachment, the growth of independence and self-image, and how positive discipline guides behaviour.8 min answer →
Health, Safety and Childcare
Module overview →- How do you keep a child healthy, spot illness, and care for a sick child?Keeping a child healthy including immunisation, recognising the signs of illness and common childhood illnesses, caring for a sick child, and good hygiene and dental care.8 min answer →
- How do you keep a young child safe, and what basic first aid should a carer know?Preventing accidents in and outside the home, common hazards and how to reduce them, road and sun safety, and the principles of basic first aid for young children.8 min answer →
- What childcare options and support are available to families, and what are the needs and rights of every child?The types of childcare provision available, how to choose suitable childcare, the sources of support for families, and the needs and rights of the child.8 min answer →
- What does a young child need to eat for healthy growth, and how do you handle feeding problems?The dietary needs of a child from birth to five years, a balanced diet and the main nutrients, healthy eating habits, and common feeding problems such as fussy eating and allergies.8 min answer →
The Investigation Task
Module overview →Parenthood and Pregnancy
Module overview →- What should a pregnant woman eat and avoid to protect her own health and her baby's?The healthy diet needed during pregnancy and the key nutrients, the foods and substances to avoid, and the lifestyle choices that affect the developing baby.8 min answer →
- How does a baby develop during pregnancy, and what antenatal care keeps mother and baby healthy?The stages of pregnancy and fetal development, the purpose of antenatal care including checks and tests, and the role of antenatal classes.8 min answer →
- How can a couple prepare their bodies and lives for a healthy pregnancy?Preconceptual care, the lifestyle and dietary changes a couple should make before conceiving, and the early signs that confirm a pregnancy.8 min answer →
- How does conception happen, and how can couples plan if and when to have children?The male and female reproductive systems, how conception (fertilisation) occurs, methods of family planning and contraception, and the causes of and help for infertility.8 min answer →
- What are the different types of family, and what responsibilities come with becoming a parent?The different family types, the roles and responsibilities of parents, the factors a couple should consider before starting a family, and the support available to families.8 min answer →