PE 120 - Nutrition,Health and Safety for Teachers of Young Children

Institution:

Mitchell College

Subject:

Description:

3 credits (fall) This course is designed to explore the role of positive nutrition, health and safety practices for teachers of young children. The student will participate in the development of age appropriate curriculum and activities to encourage healthy habits and nutritional practices in pre-school through grade three. The students will have the opportunity to gain practical experiences working with children in various educational settings including early childhood programs and elementary schools. Topics will include but not limited to such areas as; growth and development, importance of exercise and diet as it relates to child obesity, recognizing signs of behaviors of abuse, safety for the young child and the American Red Cross certification training in infant and child CPR.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mitchell.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 701-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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