Human Behavior Across the Lifespan

This course focuses on individuals as they develop over the life span and have membership in various systems such as families, groups, organizations and communities. It provides students with theories and knowledge related to biological, social, psychological, spiritual and cultural variables. It addresses the environmental conditions that promote or deter individual and family growth; the reciprocal impact of people and a range of environmental systems; and variations in development and functioning that arise from diversity factors. The course provides the foundation for completing accurate assessments of human problems, choosing intervention strategies and evaluating interventions.