Tēnā koutou,
We are pleased to invite expressions of interest for the Whakakotahitanga Neurodevelopmental Assessment and FASD Diagnosis Training being delivered across Aotearoa in 2026. This training, coordinated by Hāpai Te Hauora, supports clinicians to build culturally safe, multidisciplinary capability in neurodevelopmental assessment and FASD diagnosis. It is grounded in the Whakakotahitanga FASD Diagnostic Guidelines for Aotearoa New Zealand and centres whānau-focused, holistic practice.
We are reaching out to clinicians who may be interested in:
* participating in the 2026 training cohorts
* supporting or hosting a regional cohort
Who should attend
This training is suited to clinicians and practitioners involved in assessment and diagnosis, including:
* Paediatricians and nurse practitioners
* Psychologists, psychiatrists, and neuropsychologists
* Speech-language therapists
* Occupational therapists
* Social workers and Whānau Ora kaimahi
A multidisciplinary team approach is strongly encouraged.
What the training involves
The programme includes approximately 30 hours of learning across:
* Self-directed online modules
* Facilitated online discussions
* A two-day in-person wānangaThe training emphasises:
* culturally grounded and whānau-centred practice
* consistent, evidence-informed diagnostic approaches
* application of the Aotearoa guidelines in real-world settingsHosting a cohort
We are seeking organisations or regions interested in hosting a training cohort.
Hosting involves:
* supporting participant recruitment
* providing a venue for the wānanga
* enabling multidisciplinary participation
Funding
Training is fully funded for clinicians within Child Development Services and Health New Zealand, with limited places available for Māori and community providers. Further details are outlined in the attached pānui.
Register your interest
To express your interest inparticipating or hosting, please complete the interest form Whakakotahitanga FASD Training Interest form or contact Andi Crawford directly via email. We look forward to continuing this kaupapa with you in 2026 and strengthening collective capability to support tamariki and whānau affected by FASD.
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