Participants will receive an overview of child abuse and Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS). They will learn the dangers of SBS and how to prevent it. Learning outcomes for child maltreatment include identifying outward signs of abuse and neglect, discussing family and environmental situations that may trigger abuse, stating ways to prevent abuse from occurring in child care settings, and listing the caregiver’s role in reporting suspected abuse/neglect.

Participants will learn why nutrition is so important to young children. They will explain the components of a child care setting that promotes healthy eating, describe the role of the child care staff in helping shape healthy eating behaviors in children, and list ideas staff can use in the classroom to help children promote healthy habits.