Safe Sleep Training for Parents & Caregivers

Course Code ME_201

Course Overview

Learn How to Keep Your Baby Safe While Sleeping — Trusted Safe Sleep Training for Parents and Caregivers

Our Safe Sleep for Babies and Young Children course empowers parents and caregivers with the latest evidence-based knowledge to create safe, secure, and nurturing sleep environments at home.

Designed to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related incidents, this course covers essential infant sleep safety practices, including:

  • Choosing the right safe sleep surface

  • Ideal baby sleep positions

  • How to manage room temperature and sleepwear

  • Guidelines for safe sleep in shared spaces

Delivered online, this flexible training is perfect for new parents, grandparents, nannies, and anyone caring for infants. Learn how to apply safe sleep guidelines confidently as part of your daily routine.

Start today and gain peace of mind knowing you're doing everything you can to support your baby’s health and safety during sleep.

Duration   45 Minutes
Fees   $22.50
Study Options   Online Self Paced
Commencing   Book Anytime

Who is this for?

New and Expectant Parents

Whether you're preparing for your baby's arrival or navigating the early weeks of parenting, this course provides practical, evidence-based safe sleep guidance to help you feel confident from day one. Learn how to establish safe sleep habits, choose appropriate sleep environments, and reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

Grandparents and Extended Family

Safe sleep recommendations have changed over the years. This course helps grandparents and family caregivers understand current guidelines for baby sleep safety—ensuring everyone involved in your baby’s care is aligned and up to date.

Babysitters, Nannies & In-Home Carers

If you regularly care for infants and toddlers, this training equips you with trusted infant sleep safety practices that reflect today’s best standards. It’s ideal for casual babysitters and professional nannies alike.

Foster Carers & Kinship Carers

Caring for a child in a transitional or new environment comes with added responsibility. This course supports foster and kinship carers with practical strategies for creating a safe and nurturing sleep space for infants and young children in their care.

Community & Family Support Workers

If you work with families through community health, early intervention, or support services, this course helps you provide informed, up-to-date advice on infant sleep safety that aligns with national guidelines and current best practice.


If you care for a baby or young child — in any capacity — this course is for you. It’s designed to empower every caregiver with the tools and knowledge to confidently support safe, restful sleep for children from birth through toddlerhood.

Study Options

Learn at Your Own Pace — 100% Online, Easy to Access

This self-paced online safe sleep course is designed for busy parents and caregivers who want fast, practical training they can trust. In just 45 minutes, you'll gain the tools and confidence to create a safe sleep environment for your baby or young child.

Whether you're a first-time parent, a grandparent refreshing your knowledge, or a caregiver seeking up-to-date guidance, this flexible course delivers what you need — when you need it.


What You’ll Learn

  • The 6 key safe sleep strategies every parent and caregiver should know

  • How to create a safe sleep space — including sleep surfaces, positioning, and temperature management

  • A clear, compassionate explanation of SIDS and SUDS: what they are, the risk factors, and how to reduce them

  • How to apply this knowledge confidently in daily routines at home

All information is grounded in the latest evidence-based guidelines and presented in a clear, easy-to-follow format — no overwhelm, just practical steps.


What You’ll Receive

  • Immediate access to the course — start anytime

  • Short, engaging modules you can pause and resume anytime

  • A Certificate of Completion to recognise your commitment to infant safety

  • Ongoing access to revisit the course whenever you need a refresher


Enrol and Start Today

With a smooth enrolment process and zero time pressure, this online baby sleep safety course is ready when you are. Join hundreds of families and caregivers gaining the skills to protect their little ones — starting now.

Safe sleep refers to creating a sleeping environment that reduces the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related dangers. This includes placing babies on their back to sleep, using a firm mattress with no loose bedding, and keeping the sleep space smoke-free.

This course is ideal for expectant and new parents, grandparents, babysitters, nannies, foster or kinship carers, and anyone supporting infants or toddlers. Whether you’re caring for your own baby or someone else’s, this course equips you with the latest safe sleep guidelines and confidence to apply them at home.

Absolutely. The course is designed to be clear, practical, and supportive—especially for those who may be feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice. You’ll walk away with trusted, evidence-based information and easy-to-follow baby sleep tips.

The course takes approximately 45 minutes to complete. It’s entirely self-paced, so you can pause and resume whenever it suits you.

Yes, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion once you finish the course and short quiz. This certificate is a great way to demonstrate your commitment to infant sleep safety—especially helpful for carers, family members, and support workers.

Yes. The course content is developed in line with the latest evidence-based recommendations from trusted sources like Red Nose Australia and current Australian safe sleep standards. You’ll only receive information backed by research and expert consensus.

Each enrolment is for individual use, but we strongly encourage every caregiver in your child’s life to take the course. Consistency in safe sleep practices across carers is essential for your baby’s safety.

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