Child Health, Safety and Nutrition

• Lessons: 16
• Duration: 40 hours

Epic College of Technology’s School Teacher’s Assistant (Montessori) – Level 2 course focuses on ensuring the health, safety, and nutritional well-being of children in early learning environments.

Students will explore best practices in maintaining safe spaces, planning nutritious meals using Canada’s Food Guide, promoting hygiene and wellness, and preventing common childhood illnesses. The course also includes understanding relevant health-related legislation and designing monthly health and safety calendars.

Admission Requirements:
Completion of Montessori Level 1 or equivalent experience in child care or early learning.

Duration:
40 hours

Recommended Textbook:

• Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child, 11th Edition – ISBN: 9780357765760
• Healthy Foundations in Early Childhood Settings, Barbara & Kernsted, Deborah (2015), Nelson Publishing
• Provincial Regulations: Ontario – Child Care and Early Years Act Manual