The statistics are terrifying.
17.7% of Australian young people report being sexually solicited online before age 18. Sextortion scams targeting teens are rising. 1 in 3 teens (ages 15-17) have sent sexual images.
But fear-based parenting shuts down communication.
This course teaches you how to raise awareness with your teen topics such as grooming, sextortion, scams, sexting, and image-based abuse; while building the trust that makes them come to you first when something goes wrong.
What You'll Learn:
How online predators groom teens (flattery, gifts, secrecy)
Warning signs your teen is being manipulated or exploited
How to talk about sextortion without shame or panic
Common scams targeting Australian teens (fake competitions, phishing, impersonation)
How to navigate sexting and image-based abuse with calm, supportive strategies
Australian reporting resources (eSafety Commissioner, police, support services)
How to build a "no blame, no shame" culture so your teen seeks help early
Who This Course Is For:
Parents of tweens and teens (ages 10-17) who are worried about online predators, grooming, sextortion, scams, or any serious online safety threat.
What Makes This Different:
Most online safety courses use fear tactics that shut down communication. This course, built on University of Sydney PhD research, uses the 4 Pillars of Digital Citizenship to coach your teen through dangers with calm confidence, not panic.
Course Details:
Format: Self-paced video lessons with real-life scenarios, checklists, and reporting guides
Time Commitment: ~1 hour
Includes: Grooming red flags checklist, scam-spotting guide, sexting conversation guides, Australian reporting help.
A Note Before You Begin:
Some topics in this course (grooming, sextortion, sexual images) may feel heavy. Take breaks as needed. Your calm presence is the most important tool your teen has.
"I want to protect my child without destroying their trust."
This course gives you the language, strategies, and confidence to do exactly that.
Enrol Now and Protect Your Teen Without Destroying Trust
