Theological Research Institute, Ltd. (TRI) | Evaluated Learning Experience
Health, Safety and Nutrition (EDU 333)
60 hours (6 weeks).
May 2025 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: define and articulate the role of early childhood educators in promoting wellness through integrated practices in health, safety, and nutrition, and evaluate how these components support holistic child development; apply current nutritional guidelines and food safety practices by developing, evaluating, and revising weekly menus and sustainable food policies appropriate for early childhood education settings; describe the nutritional needs and feeding strategies for infants and toddlers, including those with special needs, and recommend appropriate interventions to support their growth and development; demonstrate knowledge of communicable disease prevention, health screenings, and health information management in early childhood classrooms, while proposing realistic family engagement strategies; identify, assess, and support children with special health and mental health needs; and design inclusive strategies that promote their emotional and social development in the classroom.
This course explores the fundamental principles of health, safety, and nutrition as they pertain to the well-being of young children in early childhood settings. This course explores the fundamental principles of health, safety, and nutrition as they pertain to the well-being of young children in early childhood settings. Major topics include current nutritional guidelines and dietary requirements for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers; food safety practices and menu planning; communicable disease prevention and health screening procedures; emergency preparedness and response protocols; special health and mental health needs identification and support; and family engagement strategies for health promotion. Additional content covers health information management, injury prevention, environmental safety assessments, and policy development for early childhood programs. The course utilizes online learning modules, case study analyses, and practical application exercises. Assessments include menu planning projects, safety audit assignments, health policy development tasks, and comprehensive examinations on health, safety, and nutrition standards.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Development, or Educational Psychology (5/25).