Course description: The course is a live online training session for NAPLAN test administrators new to online NAPLAN, from NSW schools.

Register for this session by selecting Register above.

This course will provide:

information on test administrator roles and responsibilities
information on managing and administering a NAPLAN test session
hands-on training within the Online National Assessment Platform on test administration features and functionality
training on managing scenarios that may occur during testing
information about the range of resources available to support and train staff.

Who should attend?

Attendance is recommended for staff who will be acting as a NAPLAN test administrator and have not previously attended NAPLAN training.

It is recommended that staff taking on multiple roles, such as NAPLAN coordinator and test administrator, also attend the NAPLAN coordinator training (3.0 hours).

Duration: 2.0 hours

Can I enrol in any session?

Yes, you can enrol in any training session that suits your school schedule.

Before the session:

This is an interactive session. To ensure you can actively participate, check:

your device has access to the internet and Microsoft Teams to view the training presentation
your camera and microphone are working
you have access to the training and support materials, which are available for download from Schools Online.

What should I bring to the session?

It is recommended you bring a copy of the following documents, which will be referenced throughout the session:

2025 NAPLAN test administration handbook for teachers
NAPLAN quick reference guide – test administrator
something to flag important pages, such as post it notes and a pen.

How will I join the session?

This session will be delivered via Microsoft Teams. The Microsoft Teams link will be sent as a calendar invite and included in a reminder email. You can join the session by selecting the link.

During the session:

Participants are encouraged to take notes on another screen or a notepad.

IMPORTANT: NESA will manage any session recordings. Recording of sessions without prior approval is prohibited. Any participants who commence an unauthorised recording will be removed from the session.

What if I need to change or cancel my booking?

Contact us through the event page by selecting the relevant enquiry type (for example, “I want to cancel my ticket”) from the dropdown menu. or send an email to naplan.nsw@nesa.nsw.edu.au.

Who can I contact if I have questions or require any adjustments for this training?

Direct any questions to the NESA NAPLAN team.

Telephone: 1300 119 556 or 02 9367 8382

Email: naplan.nsw@nesa.nsw.edu.au