Child Nutrition -Health&Safety

This course is an introduction to the laws, regulations, standards, policies, procedures, and best practices related to health, safety, and nutrition in care and education settings for children birth through middle childhood. Areas of focus include the teacher's role in prevention strategies, nutrition and meal planning for various ages and planning educational experiences integrated into daily routines and overall risk management to teach positive health, safety, and nutrition habits. There is a focus on integrating the concepts into everyday planning and program development for all children. Transfer credit: CSU.