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.

Learning Outcomes

At the conclusion of the course, you should be able to

• Understand health care policies and procedures in the child care setting.
• Identify safe and healthy environments for young children.
• Discuss prevention of disease transmission and injuries.
• Identify appropriate care and intervention for the sick or injured child.
• Describe Emergency preparedness.
• Describe child abuse and neglect.
• Understand emotional health.
• Discuss preventive health practices.
• Understand Nutrition and feeding issues.

Topics Include

• Outdoor Home Playground Safety
• Indoor and outdoor activity spaces

Working knowledge of:

• Google Workspace or Microsoft Office to submit assignments
• Canvas navigation links, modules, and using the inbox to communicate with the instructor

Additional Information

Please review section notes to view the full schedule.

Students are encouraged to obtain CPR certification