Health Manager Orientation Guide
Use this guide to orient Head Start health managers to their role and to strengthen the provision of health and behavioral health services across your program.
Health Services Competencies
Use these resources to learn more about Head Start Health Services Competencies and how to deliver effective health services.
Head Start Health Services Year-at-a-Glance
Review this timeline to learn more about planning for health services and tasks associated with health services activities.
Working with a Trauma-informed Lens
This section of the Health Manager Orientation Guide introduces working with a trauma-informed lens.
The Role of Health Services in Head Start Programs
This section of the Health Manager Orientation Guide discusses the role of health services in Head Start comprehensive services.
Promotion, Prevention, Early Identification, and Intervention Activities
This section of the Health Manager Orientation Guide discusses promotion, prevention, early identification, and intervention activities.
Understanding Social Determinants of Health and Health Equity
This section of the Health Manager Orientation Guide introduces social determinants of health and the importance of health equity.
Professional Development Opportunities in Health and Safety
This webinar explores free online professional development tools to help you understand health and safety in early care and education programs. Learn how to put these resources to work in your practice.
How to Find and Use Health Data
Learn about the importance of using community, program, and child health data to make improvements and develop approaches that ensure every family receives the health care they need.
Supporting Community Health Partnerships
Learn how to identify and partner with the local providers and agencies who can assist in strengthening Head Start health services. Such partnerships can help programs meet the diverse needs of families.
Creating a Culture of Staff Wellness
In this module, explore how to create an environment that enhances staff physical and mental health. Learn how ensuring staff wellness can reduce stress or depression, unhealthy weight, and infectious diseases.