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Wellness Essentials: Nutrition, Activity & Community

Name: Wellness Essentials: Nutrition, Activity & Community
Rating: 4.7 (849 reviews)

Comprehensive course on school nutrition, physical activity, and community involvement to improve student health outcomes and success in educational settings.

Course Cost

Free course

Beginner

Skill Level

8 Hours

Self-paced lessons

This comprehensive course provides an in-depth overview of healthy practices in U.S. public schools, focusing on nutrition and physical activity programs. You'll learn about regulatory nutrition programs in the United States, nutritional components including alternatives to sugar-sweetened beverages, and how schools can support physical activity throughout the day. The course explains MVPA (moderate to vigorous physical activity) and the science behind the recommended "60 minutes of Physical Activity" for students. You'll discover how nutrition and exercise directly impact student success and academic performance. The curriculum covers strategies for developing community support and encouraging family participation in school health initiatives. Real-life examples of successful programs will help you recognize the potential impact you can have on improving student health and academic achievement in your own community. The course also addresses how attendance affects student outcomes and provides practical approaches to creating positive nutritional environments in schools.

4.7

26,693 Enrolled

Daniel Nicklas

Eve Kutchman

English

4.7

26,693 Enrolled

English

Daniel Nicklas

Eve Kutchman

What you'll learn

Learn about nutrition standards and programs in school settings

Understand the science behind physical activity recommendations for students

Discover strategies to create positive nutritional environments in schools

Explain MVPA and how to measure physical activity effectiveness

Develop plans to encourage physical activity in and outside the classroom

Implement community and family engagement strategies for student health

Recognize how attendance impacts student success and health outcomes

Explore real-world examples of successful school health programs

Skills you'll gain

Nutrition Education

Physical Activity

School Health Programs

Community Engagement

Student Wellness

Family Participation

Attendance Improvement

MVPA

Preventative Health Measures

Health Program Implementation

This course includes:

1.05 Hours PreRecorded video

4 assignments

Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop

FullTime access

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There are 4 modules in this course

This course provides a comprehensive examination of nutrition and physical activity programs in school settings, along with strategies for community and family involvement. The curriculum begins with an exploration of school nutrition services, nutrition standards, and creating positive nutritional environments. It then covers physical activity requirements, the science behind the recommended 60 minutes of daily activity, and the physical, mental, and social benefits of regular exercise for students. The course also addresses how communities and families can support healthy school environments, the importance of attendance, and practical examples of successful health programs that operate in partnership with local businesses and organizations. Throughout, the emphasis is on practical implementation strategies that can be adapted to improve student health outcomes in various educational settings.

School Nutrition

Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete

In the following module you will learn more about school nutrition. We'll start by better understanding the differences between nutrition and nutrition services before we learn more about nutrition standards and the historical and scientific reasoning behind them. We'll end the module with practical ways that you can promote a positive nutritional environment in your school.

Skills you'll gain

Nutrition education

School nutrition services

Nutrition standards

NSLP standards

Positive nutrition environment

Regulatory programs

Student health

Preventative care

Food and beverage

This course includes:

5 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Quizzes

5 Reading Materials

Physical Activity

Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete

In this module you will learn about physical activity in and out of school and about the physical, mental, and social benefits of physical activity. We'll learn more about the differences in terminology and the science behind physical activity and how it relates to children's overall health. As you'll see in this module, physical activity is one of the greatest preventative measures regarding health problems later in life so, accordingly, we'll learn more about how we can craft plans to encourage and support physical activity in and out of the classroom.

Skills you'll gain

MVPA (Moderate to vigorous physical activity)

Physical education

Exercise benefits

Activity planning

Physical therapy

Preventative care

Student health

METs measurement

Activity recommendations

This course includes:

4 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Quizzes

1 Reading Materials

Community and Family Participation

Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete

In this module we will learn about what communities can do to help create healthy environments in schools. We'll specifically look at how three components of the community (individuals, businesses, and families) can be utilized to support children's health. We'll also discuss important facts regarding school attendance.

Skills you'll gain

Community development

Family engagement

School attendance

Community outreach

Student engagement

Tiered intervention

Health support systems

Health care

Educational partnerships

This course includes:

5 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Quizzes

3 Reading Materials

Programs Outside of School

Module 4 · 3 Hours to complete

In this module, we'll learn more about programs that benefit children when class is not in session. We'll learn more about the impact of health programs offered in partnership with local businesses and how they can benefit children's health outside of the traditional classroom setting.

Skills you'll gain

Camp Champions for Life

Bikes for Life

Cooking Matters

School-community partnerships

Program evaluation

Business partnerships

After-school programming

Health education

Community health transformation

This course includes:

4 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Quizzes

4 Reading Materials

Fee Structure

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Faculties

These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they're here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.

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Daniel Nicklas

Dr. Daniel Nicklas is an Assistant Professor and the Director of Primary Care Education for the Pediatrics Residency at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, as well as the Co-medical Director for the Pediatric Call Center at Children's Hospital Colorado. With a medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and a robust background in pediatrics, he has dedicated his career to enhancing pediatric education and care delivery. Dr. Nicklas has a strong focus on health technology and informatics, as well as developmental and behavioral pediatrics, which informs his teaching and clinical practice. He has been recognized for his contributions to medical education, receiving the Gary Way Award for Outstanding Teaching in 2016. In addition to his academic responsibilities, Dr. Nicklas actively engages in research, contributing to numerous publications that address critical issues in pediatric primary care. His commitment to training future pediatricians is evident through his mentorship of residents and students, ensuring they are well-equipped to meet the challenges of modern pediatric healthcare.

4.7

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Eve Kutchman

Eve Kutchman serves as a Strategist and Exercise Psychologist at the University of Colorado System, specializing in school health programs and behavioral health management. Her expertise spans across comprehensive school health education, with particular focus on chronic condition management and special education services. Through Coursera, she has developed four influential courses that form part of the School Health for Children and Adolescents Specialization. Her courses cover crucial topics including managing chronic conditions like asthma and diabetes in school settings, supporting students with ADHD and autism, and promoting healthy practices through nutrition and physical activity. Her teaching approach combines exercise psychology principles with practical strategies for implementing health programs in educational settings. Her work has helped educators and health professionals better understand and manage student health conditions while promoting healthy practices in school communities. Her courses maintain high engagement rates and have reached thousands of learners globally, demonstrating her ability to make complex health management concepts accessible to diverse audiences.

4.8

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Lauren Welch

Dr. Lauren Welch is a Pediatric Resident Physician with a focus on providing comprehensive care to children. She has developed and teaches several courses aimed at enhancing the understanding of health practices in educational settings. Her courses include Healthy Practices: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Community and Family Participation, Managing ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Concussion in School, Managing Asthma, Allergies, Diabetes, and Seizures in School, and Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School. These courses are designed to equip educators and healthcare professionals with the necessary skills to support children's health and well-being in school environments.Dr. Welch completed her medical education at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and has been actively involved in pediatric care at institutions such as Children's Hospital Colorado. Her work emphasizes the importance of integrating health education into school curricula to foster healthier communities. Through her teaching and clinical practice, Dr. Welch aims to bridge the gap between medical knowledge and practical application in everyday settings, ensuring that children receive the best possible care and support for their diverse needs.

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Karen Hecker

Karen Hecker is a dedicated nurse consultant in the School Health Department at Children's Hospital Colorado, with a BSN from the University of Michigan School of Nursing and an MPH from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. As a Nationally Certified School Nurse since 2013, she focuses on addressing pediatric health disparities and the impact of social determinants on education and health access for youth. With over 30 years of experience, including 20 years in large children's hospitals and 11 years in school health, Karen currently provides nurse consultation to four childcare centers in Aurora, CO. She is actively involved in professional development for school nurses across Colorado, serving as a Regional Nurse Specialist for the Denver Metro Area through the Colorado Department of Education Health and Wellness Unit. Karen is a member of the Colorado Alliance for School Health, participates in the Healthy Schools Successful Students initiative, and advocates for student health and safety through her work with the Colorado Association of School Nurses legislative committee

Beginner

Skill Level

8 Hours

Self-paced lessons

Course Cost

Free course

Completion

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Wellness Essentials: Nutrition, Activity & Community

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Get a Completion Certificate

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Top companies offer this course to their employees

There are 4 modules in this course

School Nutrition

Skills you'll gain

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Physical Activity

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Community and Family Participation

Skills you'll gain

This course includes:

Programs Outside of School

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