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Head Start Health & Safety Institute

April 21st and 22nd, 2026. 

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This two-day training institute will provide an in-depth overview of the health and safety requirements for Head Start and Early Head Start programs. Participants will gain knowledge of the Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS), including the health, oral health, mental health, and nutrition services outlined in 1302 Subpart D. Real-world examples will illustrate the practical application of these standards. The institute aims to enhance participants' skills in meeting requirements, preparing for health and safety monitoring,  and utilizing tools for effective data management and compliance.

Location

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh-Durham Airport-Brier Creek
8021 Arco Corporate Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27617, USA

Hotel Booking Link: Hampton Inn & Suites

Group Name: Dicabi Solution

Group Code: 90T

 

Brier Creek Corporate Park near the junction of I-540 and Highway 70, while Raleigh-Durham International Airport is a 10-minute free shuttle ride away. There's a variety of restaurants and shopping within a half-mile.

Who Should Attend

Head Start Health Staff 

Family Services Staff 

Health & Safety Managers

Compliance and Data 

Center Managers

Program Directors

 

Registration Detail

$599.00 per person - early bird registration ends March 1st, 2026

$659.00 per person after March 1st, 2026

Payment

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Dicabi Solutions, LLC
4801 Glenwood Ave., Ste. 200-374
Raleigh, NC 27612

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Training Details

Day One

Introduction to the Institute and Standards

  • Welcome
  • Key Learning Objectives
  • Networking

Health and Safety Standards

  • Overview of Part 1302 Subpart D - Health Program Services
  • Key Health and Safety Standards
  • Real-world Case Studies and Applications
  • User-Friendly Enrollment Process & Overcoming Health Requirements Barriers

Child Health Status and Care

  • Understanding the EPSDT and Oral Health Schedules
  • Time-Based & Age-Based Health Requirements
  • Family Engagement & Strategies for Collecting Health Documentation
  • Health and Oral Health Best Practices
  • Physical and Dental Health Status Determination
  • Immunization Enrollment Requirements

Child Nutrition Standards

  • Meeting HSPPS Nutritional Guidelines
  • Best Practices for Ensuring Proper Child Nutrition
  • Allergies, Substitutions, and Meal Modifications

Day Two

Health Data Management and Compliance

Health Services Data

  • Importance of Managing Program Data
  • Overview of Health Module features
  • Navigating DataBase Functionalities & Setup

Data Analysis for Program Improvement

  • Understanding and Using PIR Data
  • Using Health Module
  • Analyzing Health Reports
  • Using Reports for Decision-Making and Program Planning

Monitoring

  • Strategies for On-Going Compliance
  • What to Expect During Monitoring
  • Common Risk Areas and Reporting Requirements
  • Preparing for Monitoring Visits

Action Planning and Next Steps

  • Developing Strategies to Meet and Exceed Expectations
  • Group Discussions: Sharing Challenges and Solutions
  • Closing Remarks & Networking

Closing Session

Justification for Attending
Agenda

Cancellations

To obtain a refund for cancellation, please send an email to admin@dicabi.com. To receive a full refund, a cancellation email must be received 60 days prior to the event date. The registration fee will be refunded, with a $30.00 enrollment charge deduction. No refunds will be made less than 30 business days prior to the training. However, you may designate someone else to attend in your place. After the cancellation deadline date, no refunds will be provided, and the full invoiced amount will be due.

Dicabi reserves the right to cancel the event if enrollment criteria are not met or when conditions beyond our control prevail. In the event of cancellation, each registrant will be contacted. Dicabi's liability is limited to refunding registration fees only.