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Higher Diploma in Clinical Psychology — Child Life — study plan

Alfaisal University College of Medicine

Credit hours
30
Levels
3
Courses
11
Degree
diploma

The Higher Diploma in Clinical Psychology — Child Life study plan at Alfaisal University is an accredited diploma programme spanning about 2 years (3 academic levels), requiring 30 credit hours across 11 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.

Semester 1 15 credits

Code Course Credits
MCP 520 Introduction to child life theory and practice 3
MCP 521 Growth and development: Early childhood (0 to 8 years) 3
MCP 523 Family systems 3
MCP 524 Therapeutic play for child life specialists in hospitals 3
REC 504 Biomedical Ethics 3

Semester 2 15 credits

Code Course Credits
MCP 525 Grief, loss, and bereavement 3
MCP 522 Growth & development: Middle childhood to adolescence (9-18 years) 3
MCP 526 Childhood illnesses, injuries, diseases and Disorders 3
MCP 527 Culturally sensitive & diverse child life practice & emotional safety 3
REC 503 Research Methodologies 3

Summer 0 credits

Code Course Credits
MCP 603 A Clinical Internship 0

This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source

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Frequently asked questions about Higher Diploma in Clinical Psychology — Child Life

How many credit hours is Higher Diploma in Clinical Psychology — Child Life at Alfaisal University?

Higher Diploma in Clinical Psychology — Child Life at Alfaisal University requires completing 30 credit hours to graduate, spread across 11 courses.

How many years is Higher Diploma in Clinical Psychology — Child Life at Alfaisal University?

The study plan for Higher Diploma in Clinical Psychology — Child Life spans about 2 years (3 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.

What degree does Higher Diploma in Clinical Psychology — Child Life award?

Higher Diploma in Clinical Psychology — Child Life at Alfaisal University awards a Diploma degree after completing 30 credit hours.

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