Schools are expected to assume increasing responsibility for the health of children, but teacher education programs have been slow to include a substantial health component in the curriculum. An outline is given of a teacher education program that incorporates studies in the following areas: (1) observing for health; (2) recognizing symptoms of the onset of serious disorders; (3) accomodating physical handicaps; (4) appropriate planning for intellectual development; (5) emotional considerations; (6) coping with accidents; (7) working with support personnel and parents; and (8) recognizing child abuse. Providing suitable therapy for health problems and assessment and evaluation of health conditions are also covered in the described program. (JD)