Course Description
This course is highly beneficial for anyone working in an early childhood educational setting. It introduces the theory, practices, and requirements for establishing and maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment. Topics include healthcare policies and procedures in the child-care setting, childhood nutrition and obesity, prevention of disease transmission and injuries, child abuse and neglect. You will also learn to provide a quick health check for children and plan healthy menus.
Topics
- Outdoor Home Playground Safety
- Indoor and outdoor activity spaces
Additional Information
Students are encouraged to obtain CPR certification
AI* - This course encourages responsible AI use to clarify health and nutrition readings, summarize safety guidelines, and support creative learning tasks such as developing family-centered wellness plans.
This course applies to these programs: