As Australia’s peak body for babywearing education and advocacy, we deliver training grounded in infant safety, physiological positioning, and caregiver support.

Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for:

• Perinatal and early-years professionals
• Allied health practitioners
• Educators, doulas, and parenting support workers
• Babywearing educators in training
• Parents and caregivers seeking evidence-based information

No prior babywearing experience is required.

What You Will Learn

The course covers foundational babywearing theory and safety principles, including:

• The role of babywearing in early infancy and caregiver support
• Evidence-based safety principles and positioning
• Understanding infant anatomy and development in relation to carriers
• Overview of common baby carrier types and their appropriate use
• Identifying and addressing common babywearing concerns and misconceptions
• Ethical and professional considerations when sharing babywearing information

Course Format, Access, and Certification

This is a fully online, self-paced course. Participants can complete the modules at their own pace and revisit content as needed.

On enrolment, participants receive access to all course materials and resources, allowing flexibility for professional development or personal learning.

Upon completion, participants receive a certificate of completion from the Australian Babywearing Association. This certificate may be used as evidence of professional development or learning and can be included in professional portfolios or resumes.

Evidence-Based & Industry-Led

All course content is informed by current research, infant safety guidance, and best-practice principles. The curriculum is reviewed regularly to ensure alignment with emerging evidence and sector expectations.

By training with Australian Babywearing Association, participants can be confident they are learning from Australia’s recognised authority in babywearing education.