SUDI Prevention – Train-the-Trainer Programme
Introduction
Over the past six months, we have developed a series of Train-the-Trainer modules to support the revised safe sleep messaging. These modules draw on extensive feedback from both the sector and whānau, providing a clear, practical, and aligned approach to SUDI prevention across Aotearoa.
Aim of Training
To grow and support a network of confident trainers across Aotearoa who can educate and inform their sector, their colleagues, their hapori, and their whānau about SUDI prevention and safe sleep for tamariki in their first year of life.
Who This Training Is For?
These Train-the-Trainer modules are intended for kaimahi, community leaders, educators, health professionals, and anyone who provides guidance, support, or education to whānau about safe sleep.
Not all modules will be relevant for every role or organisation, so recommendations are provided for which modules best suit different sectors.
Module Focus Areas
These modules cover key areas such as:
- Understanding SUDI risks and protective factors, safe and unsafe sleep environments
- Whānau-centred conversations and engagement
- Promoting wider whānau responsibility
- Cultural considerations and equity
- Foundations for Safe Sleep
Register your interest
A full training schedule and registration information will be available from early 2026, click the link below to register your interest.
In-person training
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Training underway is the Eight Module Train the Trainer with dates commencing in October for two days of intensive training.
An on-line training is underway to be released in 2026.
Online Learning Tools
Free digital resources to support SUDI prevention and awareness.
Whakamānawatia Ngā Mokopuna
SUDI prevention and awareness educational resource for iOS & Android
A free educational training app that explores the Māori health system and SUDI prevention. It includes whānau stories, wānanga experiences, and information about campaigns, strategies, and services - helping users understand hauora in a uniquely Māori way.
SUDI Prevention Online Training - Web based
The SUDI Prevention Online Training is a free, web-based course made up of seven modules. It takes around 45–60 minutes to complete and can be shared with colleagues across the health and community sectors.
The training covers:
- An introduction to SUDI prevention
- Connecting and engaging with whānau
- Delivering consistent health messaging
- Understanding the accumulation of risk factors for SUDI
To get started, simply register online and complete the course at your own pace.
Please note: This training is under review and a new version will launch in early 2026. The current training will remain available until then.