Go NAPSACC

As a team of researchers and public health professionals, we know that early childhood is our best chance to not only prevent many health problems, but also to tackle current health disparities. Habits are formed during these early years, including those around food, physical activity, and other health behaviors. In our aim to improve the health of young children across the nation we recognize the importance of engaging the early care and education (ECE) community, as these programs provide a foundation for healthy child development. Go NAPSACC works with ECE programs to improve the health of young children through practices, policies, and environments that instill habits supporting lifelong health and well-being. We offer modules on key topics like healthy eating, physical activity, and oral health. As of August 2021, 6,270 child care programs serving over 307,000 children have used Go NAPSACC. Go NAPSACC is designed with the early childhood educator in mind. The flexible program allows providers to focus on any of seven modules. Go NAPSACC's 5-step improvement process helps educators prioritize, plan, and take action to make healthy changes. Although educators can use Go NAPSACC on their own, there is no match for the expert, personalized support from a technical assistance (TA) consultant. Go NAPSACC offers online tools for consultants that make it easier than ever to connect with educators, coach them through the 5 steps of Go NAPSACC, and track progress and success.