TECA 1318 - Wellness of the Young Child

3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

A study of the factors that impact the well-being of the young child including healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness, and safety practices. Focus on local and national standard and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. Course content is aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards. This course requires students to participate in field experiences (minimum of 16 hours) with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations.

Crosslisted: (CDEC 1318)