Training for school staff
All staff involved in administering NAPLAN are strongly encouraged to engage in training before the tests in March. A range of training options are available including live training sessions, training videos and eLearning modules.
Live online training
Sessions run from Tuesday 3 February 2026 to Friday 6 March 2026 via Microsoft Teams.
Training for staff new to NAPLAN
Training sessions are available for staff who have no experience with online NAPLAN tests. Participants can ask questions and complete practical activities with experienced trainers. NAPLAN coordinators should attend both sessions:
- NAPLAN coordinator training (3 hours)
- Test administrator training (2 hours)
Training for staff familiar with NAPLAN
Update sessions are available for staff who have prior experience in the administration of NAPLAN. They are recommended for people who have previously attended training, to ensure their knowledge is up to date.
- Update session – NAPLAN coordinator training (1 hour)
- Update session – NAPLAN test administrator training (1 hour)
Disability adjustments training
A training session on NAPLAN disability adjustments provides details on what adjustments are available, how to decide on appropriate adjustments for students and how to submit an application form for adjustments requiring NESA approval.
This session is for all staff.
- NAPLAN disability adjustments (1 hour)
Training videos
Two videos are available in Schools Online:
- NAPLAN coordinator training (approx. 50 minutes)
- NAPLAN test administrator training (approx. 30 minutes)
These videos cover the same content as in the live training sessions. They can be used as an alternative to attending a live training session or to revise the information presented during these sessions.
eLearning modules (self-paced)
eLearning modules are available on NESA learning from the start of Term 1, 2026.
The modules reinforce content covered in the live online training sessions and supplement in-school training of staff.
- Module 1: NAPLAN overview – includes principal’s responsibilities (30 minutes)
- Module 2: NAPLAN coordinator’s role – includes technical preparation (45 minutes)
- Module 3: NAPLAN test administrator’s role (45 minutes).
NAPLAN coordinators should complete all 3 modules.