Fort Peck Catalog

EDEC 130 Health, Safety, And Nutrition in Early Childhood

This course explores the importance of nutritional needs, principle health issues and safety considerations that help early childhood professionals provide an environment in which children can grow and develop to their full potential. The student will apply and practice knowledge that was taught in class, such as planning nutritious meals and snacks and implementing healthy and safe practices at a childcare facility. The student will complete 45 hours of supervised lab with a mentor at a licensed/registered childcare facility.

Credits

3

Distribution

Education

Offered

Spring/even-numbered years