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Overview

This course is designed to offer students the opportunity to develop an understanding of the overall needs of young children and the social and environmental influences which affect their development in a contemporary, changing and multicultural society.

The course focuses on the management of resources and informed decision making to meet human needs through the development of relevant, appropriate and transferable skills including ICT.

The course allows students to progress either directly to employment, or to study for an Advanced Level qualification.

Specification aims

The aims of this specification are to allow students to:

• Increase their knowledge and understanding of human needs,the interdependence of individuals and groups, and the influence of the social, cultural, and economic factors.
• Increase their awareness of the implications for Home Economics of rapid technological changes, the use of information and communication technology (ICT) and the growth of scientific knowledge and understanding, and to develop their ability to respond effectively to such changes.
• Foster their critical and analytical approach to decision making and problem solving in relation to the specified context.
• Develop the knowledge and skills required for the effective and safe organisation and management of relevant resources.