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Learn more about the Program

The Early Start Screen Smart Program was developed with parents, for parents and professionals, and backed by research.

The Early Start Screen Smart Program was developed with parents, for parents and professionals, and backed by research.

Some of the screen time-related topics covered within the program:

  • Unpacking current guidelines and recommendations
  • The latest evidence
  • Understanding the types of screen time
  • Introducing healthy screen time
  • Everyday challenges and behaviours with screen routines
  • Setting boundaries
  • Having the ‘screen time talk’ with family and friends
  • Interactive co-viewing
  • Online safety
  • Balancing screen time with screen-free activities

The Program for Professionals

Are you an early childhood or parenting educator or professional who wants to better support your families with their child’s screen time?

Our online program for professionals includes:

  • A three-session workshop to be delivered by a trained facilitator for parents and carers of very young children
  • Self-paced online training to feel ready to support families with their screen time
  • An interactive program, with activities to encourage sharing and empathy with participants

Find out more about our free online facilitator training.

The Program for Parents

Are you a parent or caregiver wanting to learn more about how create healthy screen time habits for your 0-3-year-old?

Our online program for parents includes:

  • A four-module program designed to work through at your own pace
  • Topics, activities and tips to help create healthy screen time routines within your family
  • Information and strategies to support all different types of family needs

Find out more about our free online self-paced program for parents and caregivers.