7.1 School Health Programs

Question 1

School Healthcare Core Compentencies

Answer 1

• Assuring access to healthcare and support services to help students thrive
• Organizing the healthcare team and services around relevant health issues that affect students well being and academic success
• Supporting students on their mission for success
• Promoting a culture of health

Question 2

Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child

Answer 2

• Focuses on addressing educational and health needs of children within the context of a school setting.

Includes
- Physical education and physical activity
- Nutrition environment and services
- Health education
- Social/emotional climate
- Physical Environment
- Health services
- Counseling/psychological and social services
- Employee wellness
- Family engagement

Question 3

Public Health Model

Answer 3

• Nurse oversees multiple school clinics with UAP in each clinic
• Employed by local health department and has access to city resources
• Work 12 months a year (does not follow school calendar)
• Vaccinate students at free public health clinics
• Assist with health promotion activities in the community

Question 4

School-Based Model

Answer 4

• There is a nurse for every school with UAP assisting at busier clinics
• Employed by school system
• Follow school calendar (10 months a year)

School Based Health Centers
- Connect students to telemedicine, in-person healthcare providers, and additional resources for maintaining health