CHD32400/CHD3240 - Childhood Health, Safety, and Nutrition

(3 units)

This course provides students with a comprehensive overview of the basic and changing health, safety, and nutritional needs of growing children. Appropriate methods to meet these basic needs through both educational and social services will be emphasized. Readings emphasize the influence family, community, and culture has on a child’s health and safety. Assignments include both a systematic observation of children and a course project demonstrating competence in the course objectives.