Train in ECE health standards, injury prevention, and emergency preparedness.
This course is highly beneficial for anyone working in an early childhood educational setting. It introduces the theory, practices, and requirements for establishing and maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment. Topics include healthcare policies and procedures in the child-care setting, childhood nutrition and obesity, prevention of disease transmission and injuries, child abuse and neglect. You will also learn to provide a quick health check for children and plan healthy menus.
Students are encouraged to obtain CPR certification
Online Traditional courses have a structured learning environment and fixed deadlines. This course is largely self-study with instructor guidance and includes online learning modules, assignments, and/or quizzes. All course materials and assignments will be available on Canvas, our learning management system.
For this section, student access begins on February 11, but you may still enroll until February 25. All course work must be completed by 11:59 pm on March 31, 2026.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Required Text:
Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child, 11th ed., Lynn R Marotz, Cengage Learning, 2023. ISBN: 978-0357765760
