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Course Catalog 2025-2026 
  
Course Catalog 2025-2026

CHD 106 - Health, Safety and Nutrition


Credits: 3

Description: Introduction to the laws, regulations, standards, policies and procedures and early childhood curriculum related to child health safety and nutrition. The key components that ensure physical health, mental health and safety for both children and staff will be identified along with the importance of collaboration with families and health professionals. Focus on integrating the concepts into everyday planning and program development for all children. (formerly CHD230)

Transferable
Transferable to CSU only

General Education:
Not approved for General Education

Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Analyze the nutritional needs of children at various ages and evaluate the relationship between healthy development and nutrition.
  2. Compare and contrast various health assessment tools and policies.


Total Course In-Class (Contact) Hours: 54
Course Duration (Weeks): 18
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lecture Hours: 3