Healthy Smile in Early Childhood Education – Supporting Oral Health in Preschool (1cr)
Course unit code: C-10065-SX00GQ55
General information
- Credits
- 1 cr
- Institution
- Metropolia University of Applied Sciences
Objective
The student identifies and understands the factors affecting the oral health of a preschool child.
Content
The course provides early childhood education professionals with a comprehensive foundation for supporting children's oral health. The themes addressed include oral and dental health, oral hygiene, nutrition, harmful habits, and the prevention of oral diseases. Additionally, the course delves into the consideration of oral health in various everyday environments and actions in special situations, such as accidents. The studies offer information to support children's oral health.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved; The student recognises and understands the factors influencing the oral health of preschool-aged children. Failed; The student does not recognise or understand the factors influencing the oral health of preschool-aged children.