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Amanda C. Ginter; Diane H. Kegan; Lisa A. Martinelli Beasley; Danna Ramirez Gomez; Virginia Gourley – Family Science Review, 2024
The following manuscript explores the application of family science theories to the field of child life. Ecological systems theory, family systems theory, and conflict theory will be presented and applied to child life. These theories explain the responsibilities and experiences of the specialist, their relationship with patients and families, and…
Descriptors: Family and Consumer Sciences, Theories, Child Development Specialists, Physician Patient Relationship
Victoria Lynn Long-Coleman – ProQuest LLC, 2021
Little was known about how online Child Development Associate (CDA) credential recipients developed practical expertise in early childhood education (ECE) without the benefit of an apprenticeship. Learning the practice of teaching from a qualified "more knowledgeable other" (MKO) through an apprenticeship is a feature of teacher…
Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Child Development Specialists, Apprenticeships