Health, Safety and Nutrition
Build Your Future in Early Childhood Education, Child Health, Safety, Nutrition, and Early Learning Support
Course Overview
This course is suitable for students interested in becoming Early Childhood Educator Assistants, childcare assistants, early learning support workers, or individuals seeking foundational knowledge in health, safety, and nutrition for young children.
In British Columbia, one requirement to work as an Early Childhood Educator Assistant in a licensed childcare facility is certification by the ECE Registry. Certification as an ECEA requires successful completion of coursework from a program recognized by the ECE Registry or successful completion of coursework that is deemed equivalent by the ECE Registry.
Kosmetae Academy does not currently have an Early Childhood Education program that is recognized by the ECE Registry. This means that students who complete this course must apply for certification through the ECE Registry's equivalency process, if they wish to use the course toward ECEA certification. Students are responsible for reviewing current ECE Registry requirements and application procedures.
Throughout the course, students engage in:
- Theory instruction
- Guided readings
- Case-based learning
- Workplace safety scenarios
- Emergency preparedness activities
- Nutrition planning activities
- Documentation exercises
- Reflective learning assignments
- Authentic assessments aligned with early learning expectations
By the end of the course, students will be prepared to apply health, safety, and nutrition knowledge in early learning support contexts and may use completed coursework as part of an application to the ECE Registry through the equivalency process, subject to regulatory review.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities may be available in settings such as:
Employment and certification eligibility are subject to ECE Registry requirements, employer requirements, and applicable provincial regulations.
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Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet the following admission requirements.
Grade 12 or equivalent
19 years of age
Students are responsible for reviewing ECE Registry requirements to understand the certification pathway, documentation expectations, and equivalency process.
Additional institutional admission requirements may apply — please confirm full details with Kosmetae Academy's Admissions team before publishing.
Course Specifics
Foundational training in health, safety, nutrition, and professional practice in early learning environments.
Introduction to Health, Safety and Nutrition Well-Being · Development · Participation
- Introduction to Health, Safety and NutritionStudents are introduced to the importance of health, safety, nutrition, and well-being in early learning environments. This section helps learners understand how safe and healthy practices support children's development, learning, comfort, dignity, and participation.
Health, Safety, and Child Well-Being Standards Regulations · Supervision · Risk Prevention
- Health, Safety, and Child Well-Being StandardsStudents examine key factors, regulations, and standards that help ensure the health, safety, and well-being of young children. Learners consider the role of the Early Childhood Educator Assistant in supporting safe routines, supervision, risk prevention, and professional responsibility.
Universal Precautions and Hygiene Practices Hand Hygiene · Cleaning · Illness Prevention
- Universal Precautions and Hygiene PracticesStudents learn how universal precautions, hand hygiene, cleaning routines, safe-care procedures, and illness-prevention practices reduce risk for children, staff, and families. This section emphasizes practical application in childcare and early learning settings.
Illness, Injury, and Safety Response Recognizing Concerns · Communication · Documentation
- Illness, Injury, and Safety ResponseStudents learn appropriate responses to illness, injury, and health-related situations. Training includes recognizing concerns, following program procedures, supporting child comfort, communicating with supervisors, and maintaining accurate documentation.
Reporting and Documentation Incident Reporting · Risk Reduction
- Reporting and DocumentationAccurate reporting and documentation are essential professional responsibilities in early learning environments. Students learn how to document illnesses, injuries, incidents, and safety concerns clearly, objectively, and responsibly, with attention to prevention and risk reduction.
Nutrition for Young Children Meal Planning · Dietary Needs · Family Communication
- Nutrition for Young ChildrenStudents explore nutrition principles for young children and learn how to plan and evaluate snacks and meals that are nutritious, appealing, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive. This section also considers individual health needs, dietary restrictions, and family communication.
Emergency Preparedness Fire · Earthquake · Evacuation
- Emergency PreparednessStudents learn how to respond appropriately to emergencies such as fire, earthquake, contagious illness, evacuation, injury, and other urgent situations. This section emphasizes preparedness, calm communication, policy awareness, and teamwork.
Communication with Families and Colleagues Professional Practice · Collaboration
- Communication with Families and ColleaguesStudents develop awareness of professional communication practices when sharing safety information, health concerns, policies, procedures, and child well-being information with families, colleagues, supervisors, and other stakeholders.
Course Delivery
This course is delivered in an online asynchronous format, allowing students to engage with course materials, readings, case studies, and assignments on their own schedule.
Students participate in guided readings, case-based learning, workplace safety scenarios, emergency preparedness activities, nutrition planning, documentation exercises, and reflective assignments to build practical knowledge and professional skills.
Course Duration
60 Hours
Comprehensive foundational training in health, safety, and nutrition.
6 Weeks
Online asynchronous delivery with flexible pacing.
Intake schedule: On-going. Contact Admissions for the next available start date.
Tuition & Financing
Tuition and fee information is available from the admissions office. Students may be eligible for one or more financing options, depending on the course and student eligibility.
| Application Fee | $250.00 |
| Tuition | $749.00 |
| Total Investment | $999.00 |
Fees shown are in CAD and reflect the current published fee breakdown. For current tuition, fees, financing options, and payment plans, students should contact Kosmetae Academy Admissions.
Finance Options Available
Payment Plans
Flexible in-house instalment plans that spread tuition across the length of your course.
Employer Sponsorship
Support for students funded through an employer or other approved sponsorship program.
Other Approved Funding
Additional funding sources may be available — contact admissions for more information.
Certificate of Completion
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a Certificate of Completion in Health, Safety and Nutrition from Kosmetae Academy.
Students may use their completed coursework as part of an application to the ECE Registry through the equivalency process. Successful certification is determined by the ECE Registry and is subject to current provincial requirements, document review, and regulatory approval.
Kosmetae Academy provides training and documentation to support students' application pathway; however, the ECE Registry is responsible for reviewing applications and issuing ECEA certification.
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Start your pathway toward a rewarding career in early childhood education, childcare support, child health, safety, nutrition, and inclusive early learning.
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