Course
$10

Preschool Fitness 1 - Intro

1 Hours
The class is also available as part of the below Knowledge Collections
Description

Discusses the reasons for a preschool fitness program. Identifies the contributing factors to the current health crisis among children and outlines the benefits of physical fitness for preschool children.

Goal: to learn about the medical issues facing small children and the physical, mental and psychological benefits of a preschool fitness program

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Preschool Fitness 1 - Introduction

Goal: to learn about the medical issues facing small children and the physical, mental and psychological benefits of a preschool fitness program

 

Table of Contents

  1. Current Health Crisis
  2. Benefits of Physical Fitness at this Age

 

Learning Objectives

After completing this class, the student will be able to:

  • identify the types of exercise children need
  • list 3 medical issues affecting small children today
  • name 3 health benefits of regular exercise
  • identify educational concepts that can be taught effectively through a proper physical fitness program
  • describe different psychological/behavioral benefits to regular exercise 

 

 

NOTE: This course may reflect state-specific regulations. No information in this course supersedes any state regulations you need to follow. You must consult your state’s regulations when developing policies and procedures. Regulations for all states are accessible on the National Database of Child Care Licensing Regulations. Click on the link provided to view regulations in your state.

Approved or Accepted in:
Arizona
California
Florida
Hawaii
Illinois
Indiana
Kansas
Maine
Massachusetts
Michigan
Mississippi
New Mexico
Puerto Rico
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Virgin Islands
Virginia
North Carolina
Wisconsin
New Hampshire
Oklahoma
Alabama
Alaska
New York
Connecticut
Colorado
Iowa
Pennsylvania
Idaho
Oregon
Louisiana
Vermont
Arkansas
North Dakota
Nebraska
New Jersey
Maryland
Ohio
Learning Outcomes

After completing this class, the student will be able to:

  • identify the types of exercise children need
  • list 3 medical issues affecting small children today
  • name 3 health benefits of regular exercise
  • identify educational concepts that can be taught effectively through a proper physical fitness program
  • describe different psychological/behavioral benefits to regular exercise
Categories
Health, Safety & Nutrition
Fitness & Movement
Exclusively Preschoolers