University General Course Catalog 2026-2027 
    
    Oct 22, 2026  
University General Course Catalog 2026-2027

HDFS 431A - Advanced Human Development: Infancy

(3 units)
Theory, research, and issues in infancy.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): HDFS 201 , HDFS 202 , Junior/Senior standing.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. explain human development spanning prenatal development to age 3.
2. describe the role of attachment and relationships within multiple contexts (including families, cultures, languages, communities, and society) as central to infant development. 
3. analyze infant development through class discussions on developmental theory and research.
4. conduct observations of infants to understand their development and relationship experiences.
5. synthesize observations of infants with developmental theory and research in multiple written reports.  
6. develop the professional presentation of ideas and evidence-based recommendations about infants through written reports.   


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