STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 1.   Examine toddler and preschoolers growth.

 2.   Identify normal growth patterns and problems with growth.

 3.   Review feeding issues during the toddler age.

 4.   Define "self-regulation" of feeding with children this age.

 5.   Review the nutritional requirements of children 1-5 years of age.

 6.   Review issues in childhood feedings- i.e. picky eaters, food allergies, obesity, and failure to thrive.

 7.   Examine issues with chronic health conditions for toddlers and preschoolers.

 8.   Explore nutrition resources and programs for toddlers.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Normal Growth and development

         A.      CDC Growth Charts

         B.      Feeding Skills

         C.      Feeding Behaviors

         D.      Appetite and Food intake

         E.      Food regulation

 II.     Energy and Nutrient Needs

         A.      Energy and Nutrient Needs in Toddlers and Preschoolers.

         B.      Common Nutritional Problems

         C.      Iron Deficiency

         D.      Constipation

         E.      Diarrhea

         F.      Lead Poisoning

 III.    Weight Issues

         A.      Incidence of Obesity/Overweight Children

         B.      Treatment of Obesity in young children

         C.      Factors that contribute to obesity in young children

         D.      Consequences of obesity in young children

 IV.     Special Issues in Nutrition

         A.      Cardiovascular Disease risk

         B.      Vitamin/mineral supplements

         C.      Herbal Supplements

         D.      Physical Activity

         E.      Recommendations for Iron, Fat, Fiber, and Calcium

         F.      Vegetarian Diets