Elevate Early Childhood Care with Specialized Training in Child Health, Safety & Nutrition

At Laguna Technical College, our Child Health, Safety & Nutrition course is a standout among our offerings—designed to give you practical, real-world knowledge that makes an immediate difference in early learning environments. As part of our flexible, career-focused curriculum, this 3.0-unit offering equips learners with vital tools to nurture, protect, and support young children in their care.

Why This Course Matters

The content of the course is deeply rooted in regulatory standards and everyday childcare scenarios. Upon completion, participants will:

• Demonstrate fundamental skills in child health, safety, and nutrition

• Understand Title 22 requirements for childcare health and safety in California

• Plan and prepare nutritious menus aligned with Title 22 and the Food Guide Pyramid

• Design a robust emergency/disaster preparedness plan for childcare settings.

These skills aren't just theoretical—they’re immediately applicable during every school and daycare activity, informing safer environments, healthier choices, and responsive readiness.

Flexible, Competency-Based Learning

Aligned with the broader ethos of Laguna Technical College, this module is:

• Part of a modular schedule—ideal for working adults juggling multiple responsibilities

• Structured into 3.0 semester units, ensuring comprehensive coverage without overwhelming workloads
• Delivered through online or hybrid formats, and fully compliant with Community Care Licensing mandates.

The learning experience blends flexibility, focus, and connection to licensing standards for early learning professionals.

What You’ll Gain

1. Regulatory Compliance & Safety Literacy
   Learn the essentials of Title 22—covering health, safety, and nutrition standards for childcare operations. Understand safeguards that protect children in everyday and unexpected situations.

2. Menu Design Expertise
   Explore the Food Guide Pyramid and learn how to craft balanced, healthy menus that meet both regulatory requirements and children’s developmental needs.
3. Emergency Planning Skills
   Equip yourself to design contingency plans, from fire evacuation to natural disasters—protecting children during critical moments.
4. Work-Ready Capability
   By emphasizing real-world tools over abstract theory, this course accelerates your readiness for frontline roles in daycare, preschool, or childcare facilities.
5. Affordable Investment with Incentives
   Enjoy cost-effective course delivery and save more when you enroll in four or more modules—get $25 off per course when paid in full.

Training You Can Apply Every Day

Rather than offering generic content, our training merges:

• Regulatory knowledge (e.g., Title 22)

• Nutrition competence (e.g., menu planning using the Food Guide Pyramid)

• Emergency readiness

All structured into a time-efficient, online-ready format suited for busy learners balancing work, family, and career goals.

Who Should Consider This Course

If you are an aspiring caregiver, childcare worker, or a current staff member looking to strengthen your practical toolkit, this module is tailored for you. It’s a perfect fit if you:

• Want foundational health, safety, and nutrition knowledge that you can use from day one

• Seek a credential recognized by state licensing, not stuck navigating federal funding or transfers.

• Prefer online or hybrid learning with flexible pacing and scheduling

• Appreciate clear savings when enrolling in multiple courses.

Ready to Enroll? Here’s How

The process is smooth and transparent:

1. Get the Early Childhood Education Information Packet and Master Calendar

2. Download the enrollment agreement for Child Health, Safety & Nutrition

3. Submit your student details, payment, and signed packet—enrollment is finalized only when the signed agreement is returned to the college.

Final Thoughts

This Child Health, Safety & Nutrition Course at Laguna Technical College isn’t just another course—it’s an essential building block for quality early learning environments. It delivers:

• Regulatory insight (Title 22, emergency planning)

• Practical skills (menu planning, safety readiness)

• Flexible and affordable learning.