This course is targeted toward individuals wishing to operate a safe and healthy family day care center, and it covers topics including staffing; creating a safe environment; nutrition; mental health & wellness; and emergency planning.
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Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center
The State University of New YorkAbout this Course
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Coursera Labs
Includes hands on learning projects.
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No prerequisites. Individuals should have an interest in early childhood education programs, including operating a home-based childcare center.
Approx. 10 hours to complete
English
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You'll learn the fundamentals of establishing a safe, home-based childcare center.
Skills you will gain
- Hiring
- safety
- Mental Health
- Emergency Management
- Nutrition
Flexible deadlines
Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
Shareable Certificate
Earn a Certificate upon completion
100% online
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Coursera Labs
Includes hands on learning projects.
Learn more about Coursera Labs Beginner Level
No prerequisites. Individuals should have an interest in early childhood education programs, including operating a home-based childcare center.
Approx. 10 hours to complete
English
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
1 hour to complete
Introduction: Family Policy Handbook Project
1 hour to complete
2 readings
2 hours to complete
Safety and Prevention of Injuries
2 hours to complete
1 video (Total 31 min), 2 readings
1 hour to complete
Physical Health and Young Children
1 hour to complete
1 video (Total 27 min), 2 readings
1 hour to complete
Nutrition in Early childhood
1 hour to complete
1 video (Total 22 min), 2 readings
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