If you are employed in a state that uses a registry to track professional development hours, you will be able to provide your registry ID (Stars, MOPID, Registry or other ECE ID#) after you have completed the quiz for the course. If you pass the quiz we will report your course completion to the state registry using the registry ID that you provide.

Explore basic safety and first aid practices designed for early childhood educators responsible for the care and well-being of children. This self-paced online course examines classroom safety, medication and cleaning supply procedures, emergency drills, outdoor play safety, equipment checks, and basic first aid. Participants will engage with practical information to understand safety responsibilities, identify appropriate procedures, and gain the knowledge needed to create a safer early childhood environment. Course length  – 2.0 hours.

Check your state’s page as some states don’t approve online safety courses.

This course does not meet the Pennsylvania 10 hour Health and Safety course required by Department of Human Services. In addition, some of the information included in this course may or may not reflect current Health and Safety standards in Pennsylvania.

The course helps answer the following questions:

• What first aid supplies should I have in the classroom?

• When should a new hire be trained in basic first aid and safety?

• How should I store and dispense medication and how should I keep records of dispensing medication?

• Do I need a parents’ permission for things like diaper cream and sunscreen?

• How should I conduct earthquake, tornado and/or fire drills?

• How often should I check toys and equipment for safety?

• Does everyone in my center need to be CPR/first aide certified?

Participants who successfully complete this course will be able to:

• Identify at least three practices for creating and maintaining a safe early childhood environment with 80% accuracy on the course assessment.

• Develop a safety-drill plan that includes preparation, age-appropriate instructions, and staff responsibilities.

• Select the correct basic first-aid response and documentation steps for an early childhood scenario.