Food Allergies and How to Manage Them in Child Care Settings
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- Course
- Date of Publication
- July 7, 2021
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Overview
Course Information
1 out of every 13 children has one or more food allergies, which can be life-threatening. This course will equip child care providers with the latest regulations and standards related to food allergies in child care settings. Participants will learn how to manage food allergies during typical care days and on field trips.
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Differentiate between a food allergy and food intolerance;
- Identify common food allergies, their signs, and symptoms;
- Apply the appropriate regulations that address food allergies in child care settings;
- Construct an effective food allergy emergency plan that meets licensing regulations; and
- Model appropriate methods of handling food allergies when serving meals and snacks, and on field trips.
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