EDU 153 Health, Safety and Nutrition

Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course covers promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of every child. Topics include health and nutritional guidelines, common childhood illnesses, maintaining safe and healthy learning environments, health benefits of active play, recognition and reporting of abuse/neglect, and state regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to apply knowledge of NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development for health, safety, nutritional needs and safe learning environments.

Course is typically offered in Spring
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Develop developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young
children in the areas of health, safety, and nutrition.

Create health and safety policies regarding child abuse and neglect,
communicable diseases, management of acute illness, emergency care
situations, and SIDS.

Assess the safety of indoor and outdoor environments for children.

Plan nutritionally balanced meals and snacks that promote the health
and well-being of young children, considering dietary guidelines,
allergies, and cultural preferences.