ECED& 107 - Health, Nutrition and Safety

1. Describe appropriate policies and regulations to prevent illness in childcare settings, schools, and other programs. [COMMUNICATE]
2. Identify common indicators of illnesses/ infectious diseases and state appropriate steps to be followed. [REASON]
3. Describe appropriate safety policies that prevent and minimize accidents for both indoor and outdoor environments. [COMMUNICATE]
4. Demonstrate skills in emergency first aid, food service, routine health and safety practices, and mandated reporting. [ACT]
5. Demonstrate ability to identify, document and report suspected emotional distress, abuse and neglect in an appropriate manner. [ACT]
6. Describe the role of nutrition as it relates to development, licensing regulations for childcare, and government food program. [COMMUNICATE]
7. Create developmentally appropriate health, safety, and nutrition education materials and activities. [REASON]
8. Develop strategies for working with families in accessing and utilizing health, nutritional, and dental services. [ACT]