Child care
Describe factors within the early years settings which may impact upon the health and well-being of children
Evaluate national and local initiatives (with at least 2 examples of each) which promote children's health and well-being and explain how these can be implemented in the early years setting
Analyse the role of the early years practitioner in maintaining a healthy environment for children
Evaluate benefits of working in partnership with parents/carers in relation to children's health and well-being
Explain the nutritional value of the main food groups
Identify the nutritional requirements and feeding methods of children aged:
• 0 - 1 years
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• 5 - 7 years
Explain the role of the early years practitioner in meeting children's individual dietary requirements and encouraging healthy eating
Explain the impacts of poor diet on children's health and well-being in the:
• Short term
• Long term
• Tutor Marked Assignment 12
Explain benefits of exercise for children's physical health and general well-being
Plan activities for children to exercise which cover different age ranges and explain how they are age appropriate