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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