How children develop physically, emotionally, socially, and cognitively from the prenatal period to adolescence

• Competency 1. Analyze how children develop physically, emotionally, socially, and cognitively from the prenatal period to adolescence using psychological theories or research concepts. o Identify the weaknesses of a theoretical framework relative to young children. • Competency 2. Evaluate literature on the complex developmental processes and experiences of children from the prenatal period to adolescence. o Identify the strengths of a theoretical framework relative to young children. • Competency 4. Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the psychological professions. o Apply a relevant theoretical framework for working with young children. o Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the psychological professions.