Available courses

Course Overview

Designed for whānau who want to better understand vaping and its impact, this course provides clear, practical knowledge about what vaping is, why it has become common, and how it affects health. With a focus on supporting taiohi and whānau, you’ll gain the confidence to have open conversations and make informed choices.

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Vaping has become a growing part of life in Aotearoa, but understanding its risks and realities can be challenging. Understanding Vaping – A Guide for Whānau explores the latest research and facts about vaping, its impact on health, and why quitting can be difficult. You’ll learn the differences between vaping and smoking, the reasons behind its rapid rise, and the practical steps you can take to support young people and whānau. From tips on talking with your kids about vaping to strategies for stopping, this course equips you with knowledge and tools to guide healthier decisions. 

In this eLearning module you will: 

  • Learn what vaping is, why it’s become common, and how it affects health
  • Explore the latest facts and research about vaping in Aotearoa
  • Find practical ways to support taiohi and whānau to make informed choices

Welcome to a Workplace Wellbeing Approach to Cancer!

More than 25000 people in Aotearoa are diagnosed with cancer each year, and many continue at work during their treatment. The Workplace Wellbeing Approach to Cancer online learning module explores the needs of individuals and whānau affected by cancer, helping you create a more supportive and inclusive workplace. Grounded in research in cancer rehabilitation, behavioural science, and human resources expertise, the module is designed to strengthen your ability to manage people and workplace culture. 

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In today’s digital world, cybersecurity is more important than ever. Cyber Security 101 is a beginner-friendly eLearning course designed to help individuals understand the fundamentals of online security, recognise common cyber threats, and implement best practices to safeguard personal and professional data.

What Will You Learn?

·        Learn what cybersecurity is

·        Find out common cybersecurity threats and how to stay safe

·        Brush up on your cyber hygiene and explore best practices

Welcome to Cybersecurity 101!

In today's digital world, cybersecurity is more important than ever. Whether you're browsing the web, managing sensitive data, or simply using online services, protecting yourself from cyber threats is essential. Cybersecurity 101 is a beginner-friendly course designed to help you understand the fundamentals of cybersecurity, recognize common threats, and apply best practices to keep your information safe.

Welcome to the Digital Literacy eLearning series!

In today’s digital world, knowing how to use technology effectively is more important than ever. This course will help you build essential digital literacy skills, from navigating the internet safely to using online tools with confidence. Learn how to protect your information, search smarter, fact-check sources, and use cloud services and productivity tools efficiently. Whether for work, personal growth, or staying connected, these skills will empower you to make the most of the online world. 

Welcome to the First Aid eLearning series!

This comprehensive First Aid course is designed to equip learners with the essential knowledge and skills to respond effectively to medical emergencies. The course covers fundamental first aid principles, including basic life support, first aid for injuries and illnesses, and the proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Through interactive content, engaging scenarios, quizzes, and external resources, learners will gain confidence in providing lifesaving assistance when needed.

Welcome to the Adverse Childhood Experiences eLearning module!

This module explores Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and was developed by Clinical Psychologist and Pediatric Neuropsychologist Megan Fowler from the Hand to Heart Project. The project supports parents and health professionals in understanding the science behind a child's neurodevelopment and emotional growth.

 

Course Overview

Whether you're looking to use more te reo Māori at work or feel more confident in everyday office interactions, this course introduces practical workplace words in an engaging and accessible format.

Course Information

Workplaces across Aotearoa are using more te reo Māori every day – in emails, signs, greetings, team meetings and kōrero around the office.

Learning just a few kupu (words) can help you feel more confident to:

·        Use everyday te reo Māori at work

·        Understand common words you might hear in your office

·        Build a more inclusive, culturally confident workplace

In this module you will learn:

·        What NCEA is and how it works

·        What has changed with literacy and numeracy

·        How you can support your young people at secondary school

·        Where to go for help and information

Course Overview

If you want to feel more confident using an AED in an emergency, this short course offers clear, practical guidance in an engaging and accessible format. You'll learn what an AED is, how to use one as part of CPR, and simple ways to find your nearest device—so you can act quickly when it matters most.

Course Information

In this module you will learn:

·        What is an AED?

·        How to use an AED as part of the CPR process.

·        How to locate an AED.

Course Overview

If you want to understand how to recognise and respond to bullying and antisocial behaviour, this course offers clear, practical insights in an engaging and accessible format. You'll learn how to identify the signs—in schools, online, and in the community—how to respond in calm, supportive ways, and how to help create a kinder, more inclusive environment where every tamariki feels safe and valued.

Course Information

In this module you will learn:

  • How to recognise the signs of bullying and antisocial behaviour — at school, online, and in the community
  • How to respond in calm, supportive ways that help your tamariki feel safe and heard
  • How to build a kinder, more inclusive environment where every child can belong

Course Overview

Whether you're looking to stay safer on the water or build essential marine communication skills, this course introduces key safety practices in an engaging and accessible format. You'll learn how to use radio and other communication equipment, and how to get help in an emergency—practical knowledge that can make a real difference at sea.

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In this module you will learn:

·        Communicating by radio

·        Other types of communication equipment

·        How to get help in an emergency

Course Overview

If you want to build your confidence in responding to everyday accidents and injuries, this course introduces essential first aid skills in an engaging and accessible format. You'll learn how to treat common incidents like cuts, burns, and bruises, as well as more serious injuries such as head and spinal trauma—practical knowledge that can make a real difference in keeping others safe and supported.

Course Information

In this module you will learn:

·        How to administer first aid for a range of accidents (including cuts, burns & bruises) 

·        How to administer first aid for a range of injuries (including head & spinal injuries)

Course Overview

If you want to build your confidence in responding to everyday accidents and injuries, this course introduces essential first aid skills in an engaging and accessible format. You'll learn how to treat common incidents like cuts, burns, and bruises, as well as more serious injuries such as head and spinal trauma—practical knowledge that can make a real difference in keeping others safe and supported.

Course Information

In this module you will learn:

·        How to administer first aid for a range of accidents (including cuts, burns & bruises) 

·        How to administer first aid for a range of injuries (including head & spinal injuries)

Course Overview

If you want to build your confidence in responding to first aid situations, this course introduces the essentials of Basic Life Support in an engaging and accessible format. You'll learn how to manage potential hazards, understand and apply the DRSABCD action plan, and respond to airway obstructions—key skills that can make a real difference when it matters most.

Course Information

In this module you will learn:

·        What potential hazards there could be in a first aid situation and how to manage them

·        What DRSABCD stands for and how to apply each process

·        How to manage an airway obstruction

Course Overview

Whether you're looking to feel more connected to your child’s school day or build confidence using everyday te reo Māori, this course offers practical school-based words in an engaging and accessible format.

Course Information

Kura (schools) and communities across Aotearoa use te reo Māori every day. You might hear it in assemblies, newsletters, signs, or in the language taiohi (young people) bring home.

Learning just a few kupu (words) can help you feel more confident to:

·        Be more connected to your child’s day

·        Understand school and community events and gatherings

·        Support your taiohi to feel proud of their language and culture

Course Information

In today’s digital world, cybersecurity is more important than ever. Cyber Security 101 is a beginner-friendly eLearning course designed to help individuals understand the fundamentals of online security, recognise common cyber threats, and implement best practices to safeguard personal and professional data.

What Will You Learn?

·        Learn what cybersecurity is

·        Find out common cybersecurity threats and how to stay safe

·        Brush up on your cyber hygiene and explore best practices

What Will You Learn?

In this module you will learn how to:

·        Talk to kids about staying safe online.

·        Spot common online risks and warning signs.

·        Take simple steps to protect your children online

Kia ora and welcome to Understanding Anxiety online learning module. This module was developed with Hand to Heart Project. 

In this eLearning module you will:

  • Learn what anxiety can look and feel like in children and young people, and why it can show up the way it does
  • Explore practical ways to support taiohi (young people) — at home, at school, and in the community
  • Discover tools, stories, and resources to build confidence, connection, and calm for both children and their whānau
  1. Kia ora and welcome to Understanding ADHD online learning module. This module was developed with Hand to Heart Project. 

    In this eLearning module you will:

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  1. Kia ora and welcome to Understanding Neurodiversity online learning module. This module was developed with Hand to Heart Project. 

    In this eLearning module you will:

    1. Explore what neurodiversity is (and what it's not)

    2. Look at how it might look in different rangatahi

    3. Discover ways to support neurodiverse rangatahi in everyday settings—at home, school, and community.

Course Overview

Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of autism or support taiohi in everyday settings, this course offers clear, practical insights in an engaging and accessible format. You'll explore what autism is, how it may present in different young people, and discover effective strategies to create inclusive environments at home, at school, and in the community.

Course Information

In this module you will learn:

·        Explore what autism is and how it may present in different taiohi.

·        Look at ways to support young people with autism in everyday settings—at home, at school, and in the community.

·        Gain practical strategies, deepen your understanding, and feel better equipped to create supportive, inclusive environments.