Nourishing Beginnings
An online nutrition program designed for Alberta Early Learning Child Care educators.
Build your knowledge and your confidence in feeding toddlers and preschoolers.
Food is a universal experience, something we all learn and share together from birth to adulthood. Learn through this partnered training opportunity between ARCQE and the Dairy Farmers of Canada.
Learning will be delivered through two free online modules*:
Module 1 – Supporting Young Eaters
Module 2 – Learning Together with Food
- Each module consists of:
- 30–60 minutes of self-directed online learning.
- 1.5–2 hours of peer-to-peer learning in a workshop.
- Practical, user-friendly resources you can download and print.
- Videos of Alberta educators sharing their experiences.
- A certificate of completion.
If you’re new to Nourishing Beginnings, you can obtain request a free code for access through the Nourishing Beginnings website.
Please select “ARCQE” in step three during your registration process.
*The program content aligns with Flight: Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Framework. It is evidence-informed and follows best practices in nutrition and early learning.
Dairy Farmers of Canada’s Registered Dietitians
At Teach Nutrition, you’ll find food and nutrition resources and professional development opportunities that support positive attitudes and behaviours related to food and eating. Because of Dairy Farmers of Canada’s longstanding commitment to essential nutrition and education, we can make great resources designed and delivered by our Registered Dietitians at no cost to you.
Registration
If you’re new to Nourishing Beginnings, get your free code by filling out the Request a Code form.
Please select “ARCQE” in Step 3 to help us identify ARCQE audience, see screenshot below:
If you have already registered for Nourishing Beginnings, log in at www.nourishingbeginnings.ca to access the modules.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected].