Not available in 2014
Previously offered in 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004
Introduces students to current policies and practices affecting the health and wellbeing of children and staff in early childhood settings. Students will examine the provision of high quality care in areas such as health, safety, nutrition and physical development.
| Objectives | Upon the completion of this course, students will be expected to: Students will 1. identify and describe key factors in ensuring the health and wellbeing of children and staff 2. demonstrate awareness of mandatory requirements and available resources in the area of health and safety 3. analyse health and safety policies 4. formulate strategies to involve key stakeholders |
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| Content | Topics will include * safe work practices in early childhood settings * stress management * nutrition and food handling * health and hygiene practices * immunisation and children?s health * mandatory requirements (government regulations) * quality assurance systems (especially QIAS) * provision of safe and stimulating learning environments |
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| Replacing Course(s) | NA | ||||||
| Transition | N/A | ||||||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||||||
| Assumed Knowledge | Nil | ||||||
| Modes of Delivery | Internal Mode | ||||||
| Teaching Methods | Lecture
Tutorial |
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| Contact Hours | Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term |