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January 2021
More Outside Play Please
Getting the wiggles out is not the sole purpose of outdoor play. Active play is essential for not only healthy development but also for many other reasons. Research clearly shows outdoor play helps children to develop strength and coordination, make connections to nature, and satisfy curiosity and interest. This online course helps teachers understand the importance of outdoor play and how they can make it a priority in their daily curriculum. It addresses safety aspects such as playground standards, inspections,…
Find out more »Food Allergies and How to Manage Them – Online Course
As many as 4 out of every 100 children have one or more food allergies. For some children, a food allergy can be life threatening. This course will equip child care providers with the latest regulations and standards related to food allergies in child care settings. Participants will learn how to manage food allergies in the day care setting as well as during field trips.
Find out more »Handling and Storing Breast Milk and Other Foods
Children are considered a highly susceptible population, meaning they are at a greater risk for contracting a food-borne illness. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that every year, one-in-six Americans will get a food-borne illness. This course will look at ways to handle breast milk, formula, and other foods to help prevent food-borne illness from occurring in a child care facility. Other topics discussed include: basic symptoms of food-borne illness handling foods properly cross-contamination personal hygiene and product dates…
Find out more »Diabetes 1st Step: Live Healthy, Be Hopeful
This free online course takes just over an hour to complete and is designed for those with type 2 diabetes, particularly those who are newly diagnosed. It covers topics such as: the relationship between diabetes and health how to manage diabetes with self-care habits why healthy coping is important and where to find helpful diabetes resources.
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