Our School Health program provides immunizations as well as health information and referral to school-aged children, staff and parents. Nurses also provide referrals for a variety of assessments such as dental, auditory, speech, nutrition and mental health. Individual health consultations are provided by a nurse.Each year we publish School Health Manuals for some regions to help school staff access health care services for school-aged children and youth. View the online manual for your region below:
VCH public health staff can support planning and action with schools on a variety of health promotion topics including, but not limited to, physical activity, healthy eating, mental wellness, and reducing the harms associated with vaping. Refer to the Action Guides below for more information about these topic areas, as well as ideas for addressing these topics in a school setting: