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June 21, 2010 INTE 499 Midterm After college and graduate school I plan to be a Marriage and Family therapist or a child psychologist. Not only do both require an excellent ability to communicate; both also require a reasonable knowledge and understanding of children. That is why this summer I decided to work/intern in a child-care facility. I believed it would give me an opportunity to expand my knowledge on children. For one, it would I get to interact with them on a one-on-one basis and group basis. Everyday or every week I would be able to see how they are developing; how they are progressing in life. It would also give me another opportunity to learn how to more effectively communicate with people, especially those of a younger†¦show more content†¦Although I have taken quite a few psychology courses and I’ve taken Intro to Communications, I do believe working in a daycare allows a more hands on learning experience for both topics. Previous courses such as Developmental psychology and Infant and Child Development have given me an idea of what the developmental stages of different age groups are but working allows me to see it face-to-face. A book can give the â€Å"average† timing a child is able to do a task however real life shows you that each child develops at a different pace however all task to happen in just about the same order. So far this summer I’ve learned that by 12 months children are beginning to understand cause and effect as well as being able to pull themselves to a standing position on a fixed object. This helps some children begin to walk. I’ve also learned that by 2 years they are able to match certain objects with one another as well as begin the road of potty training. Intro to Communications has taught me important keys to remember when communicating. The first is learning to listen and the second is learning how to notice on non-verbal communication. This is essential for children who lack their verbal skills. Another thing I’ve learned from the class is using positive language and I-language rather than negative language and you-language. This just means that instead of saying â€Å"No, don’t throw your food† I would try saying, â€Å"Our foodShow MoreRelatedGoals Of Professional Socialization785 Words   |  4 PagesProfessional socialization has four goals: (1) to learn the technology of the profession- the facts, skills, and theory, (2) to learn to internalize the professional culture, (3) to find a personally and professionally acceptable version of the role, and (4) to integrate this professional role into all of the other life roles (Masters, p. 174). In the first goal, it is our duty to stay in touch with advancing technology. This advancement allows more efficient and precise diagnostics. 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