EDU 203 - Health, Safety, and Nutrition for Young Children

Credit(s): 3
This course will provide students with an understanding of a “healthy”, developmentally appropriate and inclusive environment for young children. An emphasis will be placed on current trends and definition of “wellness” including: nutrition, physical and emotional health, lifestyle, and the need for physical activity for children and families. Students will become familiar with local, state, and federal programs and agencies which promote and support the “wellness” of today’s diverse families. The Massachusetts Early Childhood Standards will be incorporated into the course content.

Prerequisite(s): EDU 104 or PSY 215 with a grade of C or better; eligibility for ENG 101 if taking the course taught in English or SPA 203 if taking the course taught in Spanish.
Note: Students enrolled in EDU courses may be subject to CORI/SORI background checks.

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