ECD 135 - Health, Safety, & Nutrition

Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Credits: 3

Description: This course covers a review of health/safety practices recommended for child care and includes information on common diseases and health problems. Certification preparation is provided in pediatric safety, CPR, and first aid. Guidelines and information on nutrition and developmentally-appropriate activities are also studied in the course.

Prerequisite(s): Take ENG 032, RDG 100 and ECD 101 with a minimum grade of C.

Corequisite(s): Take ECD 102 with a minimum grade of C.

Course Topics:

Review of health/safety practices in Early Childhood Settings
Common diseases and health problems in Early Childhood Settings
Pediatric Safety, CPR and First Aid
Nutrition in Early Childhood Settings
Developmentally appropriate activities for Health, Safety, and Nutrition in the Early Childhood Settings
Child Abuse and Maltreatment

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website

Required Materials:

Computer with Internet access
Word processing software (must be able to save Word format)
Anti-virus software

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Plan, design, and evaluate activities for promoting good nutrition, health, and safety practices in young children. (NAEYC 1a, 4a-4d)
Describe and assess the components of a healthy, safe and unsafe environment for young children. (NAEYC 1a, 1c, 4a, 4b)
Recognize symptoms and describe treatments and procedures for common diseases and illnesses for young children. (NAEYC 1a)
Demonstrate knowledge of the basic components of CPR and First Aid for young children. (NAEYC 6b, 6c)

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Official Course Syllabus
2023-2024