Safe Sleep Training for Parents and Caregivers
Creating a safe sleep space for your baby can feel overwhelming, especially with so much conflicting advice out there. This online course is here to give you clarity and confidence, with practical guidance based on the latest Australian safe sleep recommendations.
You’ll learn how to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related incidents by following six evidence-based strategies. The course covers everything from choosing the right sleep surface to understanding safe sleep positions, managing temperature, and knowing how to apply safe sleep practices in shared or changing environments.
Designed for parents, grandparents, and caregivers, this flexible course is completely online and self-paced. Every lesson is easy to follow and focused on real-life situations — so you can build safe sleep into your everyday routine, right from the start.
By the end, you’ll feel more prepared to support your baby’s health and safety during every sleep, day and night.
Who is this course designed for?
This course is for anyone who cares for a baby or young child — whether you're stepping into parenting for the first time or supporting a family as a trusted carer.
If you're a new or expectant parent, you'll find clear, up-to-date guidance that takes the uncertainty out of safe sleep practices. You’ll learn how to create a secure sleep space, understand risk factors, and confidently follow the latest recommendations from birth onwards.
Grandparents and extended family members will gain valuable insight into how safe sleep advice has evolved. If you're helping to care for a new baby, this course ensures you’re aligned with what parents are learning and feel equipped to support safe sleep at every visit.
For babysitters, nannies, and in-home carers, the training provides a practical foundation in infant sleep safety. Whether you’re caring for children casually or professionally, you’ll learn simple steps to keep babies safe during naps and overnight care.
Foster and kinship carers can face unique challenges in unfamiliar or changing environments. This course offers clear, compassionate guidance to help you establish a consistent and nurturing sleep routine — even when circumstances are complex.
Community and family support workers will also benefit from the evidence-based knowledge in this course. If you’re working with families in early intervention, health, or support roles, it equips you to provide advice that reflects the current national standards.
No matter your role, if you’re responsible for the wellbeing of a baby or young child, this course is designed for you. It gives every caregiver the tools to make sleep safer, simpler, and more supported.
Flexible, Online Learning — Ready When You Are
This online safe sleep course is designed to fit around real life. You can start anytime, learn at your own pace, and revisit lessons whenever you need a refresher.
In just 45 minutes, you’ll gain practical, evidence-based knowledge that can help you make safer sleep decisions from day one. Whether you’re caring for a newborn, preparing for a baby’s arrival, or supporting a family as a grandparent or carer, the course is ready when you are.
There are no deadlines or assessments — just straightforward guidance you can access on any device, at home or on the go. Everything is laid out clearly so you can learn with confidence and return to the content whenever life gets busy.
Whether it’s your first time learning about infant sleep safety or you’re updating your knowledge, this flexible format gives you the freedom to learn in a way that works for you.
Safe sleep refers to creating an environment and following routines that reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related incidents. This includes placing your baby on their back to sleep, using a firm and flat sleep surface, keeping the sleep space free of loose bedding or toys, and managing room temperature. Our course explains each safe sleep practice in detail so you can confidently follow the latest guidelines at home.
This course is ideal for parents, expecting parents, grandparents, babysitters, nannies, foster carers, kinship carers, and anyone responsible for caring for infants and toddlers. It is also suitable for community and family support workers who provide safe sleep advice to families.
Yes. Many first-time parents find this course reassuring because it explains safe sleep guidelines clearly and without unnecessary jargon. You will learn how to set up your baby’s sleep environment, understand SIDS risk factors, and apply safe sleep strategies confidently from the first day home.
The course takes approximately 45 minutes to complete. It is self-paced, so you can start and stop as needed, revisit lessons at any time, and complete it in a way that suits your schedule.
Yes. When you finish all modules, you will receive a Certificate of Completion. While this is not an accredited qualification, it provides a record of your commitment to infant safety that can be shared with employers, community groups, or family members.
Yes. All information is based on the latest Australian safe sleep recommendations and research on SIDS prevention. The course is updated regularly to ensure it reflects current best practice and health guidelines.
You can share what you have learned with family members and other caregivers. If they would like to complete the course themselves, we recommend separate enrolments so each person can receive their own Certificate of Completion and access to all course materials.
Yes. In fact, it is highly encouraged. Safe sleep guidelines have changed significantly in recent decades, and this course ensures that every caregiver in your baby’s life is informed and following the same safety practices.
Absolutely. Safe sleep practices are recommended for all infants from birth through 12 months of age. Even if your baby is already rolling or sleeping for longer stretches, there are important steps you can take to keep their sleep environment safe.
Yes. The entire course is designed around reducing the risk of SIDS and other sleep-related causes of infant death. You will learn the main SIDS risk factors, the six key safe sleep strategies recommended in Australia, and how to apply them in your home or care setting.
A comfortable, consistent room temperature helps reduce the risk of overheating, which is linked to SIDS. The ideal sleep temperature for most babies is between 20 and 22 degrees Celsius, depending on the season. The course includes practical tips for choosing safe sleepwear, managing blankets, and adjusting your baby’s environment throughout the year.
Safe sleep recommendations from Australian health authorities advise that the safest place for your baby to sleep is in their own sleep space, in the same room as you, for the first six to twelve months. If you choose to co-sleep, there are specific risk-reduction steps you can take. This course explains the safest way to set up your baby’s sleep environment, whether in a cot, bassinet, or during shared sleeping arrangements, so you can make informed decisions.
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