A FREE online nutrition program designed for Alberta early learning in child care (ELCC) professors and educators.
Two modules build your knowledge and your confidence in feeding toddlers and preschoolers and engaging young children when learning together with food.
Modules
Module 1, Supporting Young Eaters
Module 2, Learning Together with Food (New!)
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;
- real-life videos of Alberta educators sharing their experiences; and
- a certificate of completion.
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. We recommend completing the modules in sequence. Workshops are a partnered training opportunity with ARCQE that offer you valuable resources with a team you trust.
Upcoming Workshops:
Module 1, Supporting Young Eaters, Tue, Jun 6, 2023, 7-8:30 PM Mountain Time
Module 1, Supporting Young Eaters, Wed, Jun 21, 2023, 7-8:30 PM Mountain Time
Module 2, Learning Together with Food, Mon, Jun 12, 2023, 7-9 PM Mountain Time
Module 2, Learning Together with Food, Thur, Jun 22, 2023, 7-9 PM Mountain Time
(*Participants must complete the online module first in order to sign up for the workshop)
Important Update
Effective January 1, 2023, Nourishing Beginning is approved for Release Time funding under the Alberta Child Care Grant Funding Program. Upon successful completion of Nourishing Beginning modules and workshops, eligible ECEs can claim up to 5 hours of Release Time as follows:
Module 1, Supporting Young Eaters
Total Release Time hours: 0.5 hr self-directed online module + 1.5 hrs online workshop = 2 hrs
Module 2, Learning Together with Food
Total Release Time hours: 1 hr self-directed online module + 2 hrs online workshop = 3 hrs
Proof of training completion (i.e., certificate of completion) must be kept on file at the child care program and submitted as requested.
To apply for Release Time funding, please follow the steps outlined on Page 10-11 of the Alberta Child Care Grant Funding Guide. Please submit your certificate of completion with your application.
Register
Use the code WPJ7-MUE7-X2 register for free at ab.teachnutrition.ca/nb!
To coordinate group training sessions for your team, and if you have any questions, please contact the Nourishing Beginnings team at hello@nourishingbeginnings.ca.