Question 1

What is EMSA-approved health and safety training for childcare providers in California?

Accepted Answer

It's an 8-hour course required for licensed childcare providers in California, covering infection control, injury prevention, nutrition, and lead poisoning prevention. Acute Preventive Health offers this training online with next-day digital certificate delivery.

Question 2

Who needs this EMSA preventive health training?

Accepted Answer

This course is required for licensed childcare providers in California including family daycare home providers, daycare center staff, preschool teachers, childcare assistants, and new childcare business owners.

Question 3

How fast do I get my certificate?

Accepted Answer

Acute Preventive Health delivers your certificate digitally by the next business day after you complete the course — the fastest delivery option available for EMSA childcare training in California.

Question 4

How much does the course cost?

Accepted Answer

$95 per student, which includes next-day digital certificate delivery. No hidden fees.

Question 5

Is this course CA-EMSA approved?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The course is EMSA approved and California Community Care Licensing compliant for all childcare providers and center-based childcare staff in California.

Question 6

Is the class online?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All classes are held live via Zoom. You can complete your training from any device with internet access.

Question 7

How long is the course?

Accepted Answer

The course is 8 hours total, typically split into two 4-hour live Zoom sessions for convenience. Occasionally held as one full-day session.

Question 8

Does this certificate expire?

Accepted Answer

No. The Preventive Health and Safety certificate is a one-time requirement for California childcare licensing and does not expire.

Question 9

Is this the same as CPR or First Aid?

Accepted Answer

No. Preventive Health and Safety is a separate one-time licensing requirement. CPR and First Aid is a different 8-hour course renewed every 2 years. Together they fulfill the 16-hour training requirement for licensed childcare providers in California.

Question 10

What topics does the course cover?

Accepted Answer

The course covers all required EMSA topics: Preventive Health and Safety, Injury Prevention, Nutrition, Lead Poisoning Prevention, Infection Control, ADA laws for childcare, Cultural Awareness, and Quality in Childcare Settings.

Question 11

Is this training required for the new California childcare licensing law?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Upcoming changes to California childcare licensing requirements will make EMSA-approved Preventive Health and Safety training mandatory for nearly all childcare providers. This course fulfills that requirement.