Course

ECE 8: Child Health, Safety and Nutrition

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.

Note: Students are encouraged to obtain CPR certification by enrolling in ECE: CPR and First Aid (EDUC.812).

Prerequisite:

ECE: CPR and First Aid

ECED.800

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