An overview of child feeding, eating and nutrition, with an emphasis on practical skills and approaches to influence positive eating behaviors that promote optimal health and nutrition. Topics include the feeding relationship, breast/chest feeding, planning healthy meals & snacks, food safety, weight inclusion, physical activity, nutrition education, policy, child nutrition programs & food assistance resources.
This class is crosslisted with CDEV 107. You may take either course. This class requires use of Canvas with no required in-person meetings. Students will complete coursework in Canvas, which must be accessed using an internet enabled device. This class is part of CityOnline and is 16 weeks. For student support and other services, students can check Welcome to CityOnline.
Recommended Preparation, (ESL 186 or placement in ESL 188) or readiness for college-level English