Human Lifespan Development – Online Microcredential

Study how humans change from infancy to adulthood

Change shapes us at every stage of life, leading to the growth and resilience that define our experiences. Being able to understand the physical, cognitive and social changes that occur throughout life is essential if you want to work in fields like psychology, education and human services. To get there, give yourself the tools to support people and communities effectively when you earn a microcredential in human lifespan development online from Oregon State University.

Learn about the various stages of human development, from infancy to later adulthood. This three-course offering covers topics such as developmental psychology, the impact of genetics and environment on growth, and the social and cultural factors that influence development. You’ll gain the skills needed to apply this understanding in real-world settings.

Coursework

Required courses (12 credits)

• PSY 201Z – Introduction to Psychology I (4)
• PSY 202Z – Introduction to Psychology II (4)
• PSY 350 – Human Lifespan Development (4)

Skills

The in-demand skills you’ll develop as a student in this microcredential will give you what you need to stand out and level up in your career.

• Psychological science
• Scientific reasoning
• Lifespan development

Start working toward a degree in psychology

Once you complete the human lifespan development microcredential online, you can apply the 12 credits you earn directly toward Oregon State’s online bachelor’s degree in psychology.

If you plan to apply these credits toward a full degree, we encourage you to first contact the program to learn about the degree requirements. Please note that acceptance into a microcredential does not guarantee acceptance into a degree program.