Who needs this EMSA preventive health training?

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.

How fast do I get my certificate?

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.

How much does the course cost?

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

Is this course CA-EMSA approved?

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

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

How long is the course?

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

Does this certificate expire?

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

Is this the same as CPR or First Aid?

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.

What topics does the course cover?

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.

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

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.

How to reschedule your Preventive Health and Safety Class

Rescheduling and Cancellation Policy

Rescheduling

Each student is eligible for ONE-TIME discounted reschedule opportunity of $40 off any missed course or for any rescheduled course within 2 business days of when it starts. This allows students who experience scheduling conflicts, technical issues, or other unforeseen circumstances to complete their training without paying the full course fee again.

Cancellations

Students who cancel at least two (2) business days prior to the scheduled course may request a refund less a $15 processing fee. This fee helps offset non-refundable payment processing and administrative costs.

Cancellations made less than two (2) business days before the scheduled course are not eligible for a refund but may qualify for a reschedule as previously outlined.

Reschedule preventive health and safety training checkout page with coupon code field for childcare providers

HOW TO RESCHEDULE:

To reschedule your class please choose the date you would like to attend and enter the code RESCHEDULE under “package, gift, or coupon code”.

Please see the example below: