Health, Wellness, and Nutrition

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This course guides the student in obtaining skills needed to establish and maintain a physically and psychologically safe and healthy learning environment for young children. Topics include preventing illness and accidents; handling emergencies; providing health, safety, and nutrition educational experiences; meeting children's basic nutritional needs; child abuse prevention, safe sleep practices, and current health-related issues. The importance of collaboration with families and allied health professionals is addressed. This course does not include CPR or first aid certification. Prerequisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None

Credit Breakdown

Credit Type Count
Lecture 3.00
Lab 0
On the job training n/a
Total Credits 3.00