School Health Partnership (SHP)

Resources for supporting students with healthcare needs, in schools funded by the Nova Scotia Department of Education and Early Childhood Development.

Life Threatening (Anaphylaxis) Allergies

Anaphylaxis in Schools [Online Course]
Allergy Aware
Food Allergy Canada
Resources for healthcare professionals, educators, and Canadians living with food allergy.

Diabetes

Training and Resources for School Staff

Diabetes at School
Canadian Paediatric Society, Canadian Paediatric Endocrine Group, Diabetes Canada

Patient Pamphlet

Managing Diabetes in School
PL-0191 -- Diabetes Care Program of Nova Scotia (2022)

Policy and Administrative Guidelines

Annual Training Module

School staff can access through their Vector Solutions Account.

Glucose Testing/Monitoring

Dexcom - Downloads and Guides
Supports for using continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems from Dexcom.
FreeStyle Libre
Supports for using continuous glucose monitoring systems from Abbott.

Hypoglycemia and Hyperglycemia

High blood sugar: What it is and what to do
Hyperglycemia
Low blood sugar: What it is and what to do
Hypoglycemia
How to use Baqsimi®
Watch a video to learn how to administer BAQSIMI®, a glucagon nasal powder.

Carb Counting at School

Carb in School Lunch Foods: A resource for school personnel
Diabetes Care Program of Nova Scotia

Insulin Plans

Fillable forms completed by parent/guardian for school personnel:

Insulin Injection Techniques

Insulin Pump Instructions

Insulin Pump Information: A resource for school personnel

Insulin pump instruction sheets for different brands of pump:

Documentation/Record Keeping

Glucose Check and Insulin Administration Record for Students

Websites

Medication Administration

Administration of Medication Record [Fillable form]

Guidelines for the Administration of Medication to Students

Medication Administration [Infographic]

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Personal Protection [Infographic]