This is a core course in the child life specialist curriculum. Course content includes a wide range of recreational and psychosocial interventions for children who are hospitalized, chronically ill, or have disabilities. Students will understand various intervention techniques using developmental play, music, art, dance, and other forms of recreation. Students gain understanding of the role of the child life specialist as a member of an interdisciplinary medical team. Students enrolled in this course may be required to share information regarding their personal life, family, or relationships. Prerequisites: PSYC 110, and PSYC 290 or SOCW 310/311