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ECED104 - Health, Safety and Nutrition for The Young Child

Semester Credit Hour(s): 3

The early childhood professional's role in promoting the health, safety, and nutrition of the developing child is the focus of this course. Strategies and procedures for supporting child wellness in all three areas will be explored, with emphasis on how these practices are integrated into the operations of an early childhood program and vary by age group. Additionally, creating and maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment in accordance with governmental regulations and developmentally appropriate program standards will be investigated.

Prerequisite(s): ECED101 and ECED108

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