ECE 1402 Healthy & Safe Environments CDA Preparation
This course focuses on children's experiences emphasizing the health and safety needs of young children: including laws, rules, procedures, and routines in early childhood settings. This course includes additional materials and assignments related to the preparation for the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA).
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences
Department: Education
Repeatable Credit: No
Offered Online: No
Prereqs: NONE Approval of Department
Outcomes
- Describe strategies and practices in securing a safe environment for children, both indoors and outdoors.
- Locate and discuss existing licensing rules, regulations, state program standards, and mandates concerning health, safety, and nutrition.
- Observe and evaluate dietary guidelines and how nutritious foods are essential in healthy growth and development.
- Identify the role of educator in promoting nutrition, activity and movement, and wellness in the young child.
- Identify potential threats to children and related emergency procedures (ex., child abuse, communicable diseases, first aid, CPR).
Credit Hours: 3
Classroom Hours: 3