CDEC 1318 - Wellness of the Young Child

CIP Code 190706

3 Course Credits

Factors impacting the well-being of young children. Includes healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness, and safety practices. Focuses on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. Course content is aligned with State Board of Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards. Requires students to participate in a minimum of 16 hours field experience with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations.

3 Lecture Hours Per Week
1 Lab Hours Per Week
64 Contact Hours

Instructional Methods: LEC, LAB

Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course