To introduce the Thriving Kids program and provide primary health care nurses with a practical framework for recognising developmental concerns, undertaking an initial assessment and determining when further assessment or support may be required.

Duration: 60 minutes

Date: 22nd of September 2026

Time: 10:30am ACST

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to:

• Explain the purpose of Thriving Kids and its relationship to changes in disability and early intervention supports.
• Recognise developmental concerns, risk factors and red flags in children aged eight and under.
• Apply the APNA THRIVE Framework to guide a structured, family-centred nursing assessment.

Webinar 2 – Thriving Kids in Practice: Screening, Referral and Family Navigation

To build practical capability in selecting and using developmental screening resources, determining appropriate next steps, supporting families and coordinating referrals within evolving Thriving Kids and existing service pathways.

Duration: 60 minutes

Date: 20th of October 2026

Time: 11:30am ACST

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to:

• Differentiate developmental surveillance from formal developmental screening and diagnostic assessment.
• Identify evidence-based screening tools and resources appropriate to the nurse’s role, setting and scope of practice.
• Use assessment findings to support referral, escalation, care coordination and family navigation.