Child Protection Training
The ongoing delivery of child protection training is crucial if we are to have a society that knows how to protect its children and young people, take action when needed and follow up to ensure their safety.
Child Matters currently provides a range of training and courses throughout the country, as listed below.
Child Protection Studies Programme
Designed to enhance the skills of those who work with tamariki and rangatahi, giving a deeper understanding and knowledge to effectively protect tamariki and rangatahi.
Child Protection Essentials: Identify, Respond, Report
Gain foundational knowledge on how to identify when tamariki and rangatahi are vulnerable to abuse and neglect, and how to intervene early.
Training for Designated Person(s) for Child Protection
The Designated Person for Child Protection is the go-to person in an organisation or school for all child protection concerns.
Free Working Together for Vulnerable Kids seminars
These free 1-day seminars are run in partnership with and are funded by Oranga Tamariki.
Webinars
Various webinar topics available, all delivered online by our expert facilitators.
In-house training
One of the most effective ways to build a strong child protection culture within your organisation is through tailored child protection training.
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9 - 13 Feb 2026
1 week, weekdays 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The purpose of the 5-day Child Protection Studies Programme is to enhance the skills of those who are involved with children and young people, by giving them a deeper understanding and knowledge to be able to take positive action to protect children and young people.
Tue 17 Feb 2026
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)
These FREE 1-day Working Together for Vulnerable Kids Seminars are run in partnership with and are funded by Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children.