School Health Nurse Program

School health nurses work collaboratively with the school support and wellbeing teams in schools and with the Tasmanian Health Service. Find out what they do and why their work is so important.

Dealing with headlice (nits)

Take action against head lice: Notify the school promptly, treat with recommended methods, and follow prevention tips.

Student Medication in Tasmanian Government Schools

Advice to parents and carers on what you are required to do if your child requires medication during school hours.

Allergies and Asthma

Tips for managing allergies and asthma through plans, resources, and collaboration.

Meal time support for students with dysphagia

Dysphagia is a difficulty with swallowing or an inability to swallow. Support is available at your child's school including assessment.

Management of Student Medical Conditions

Advice to parents and carers about what to do if your child has a medical condition that involves being at risk of a medical emergency, requires adjustments to be made during school hours or involves taking medication at school.