Courses

This wound care microcredential aims to provide support workers with the essential skills and knowledge regarding different types of wounds. Students will learn about the risk factors associated with pressure injury development, the classification stages of pressure injuries, common strategies to prevent pressure injury development and how to manage pressure injuries. This course is consistent with the NDIS High Intensity Support Skills Descriptor for Complex Wound Care Support.

With the prevalence of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s becoming increasingly important for people to stay up-to-date with the latest information around the virus. You will understand how COVID-19 is spread and what you can do to minimise its occurrence. You will also learn about the options available to keep you and others safe including vaccinations, mask-wearing, and distancing measures.

A poster for disability group homes and a supporting document for disability workers supporting residents in group homes

Provides information to support workers to effectively assist individuals with their daily management of diabetes. Students will learn how to check and record blood sugar levels and will learn strategies to manage a person with diabetes in an emergency situation. Students will also be able to identify the different types of diabetes, causes and symptoms.

This microcredential develops the knowledge to understand the types of diabetes and their medical management. Common diabetic emergencies, medications, complications of diabetes and strategies for management of diabetes including lifestyle measures are discussed. Participants will practice and demonstrate the skill of blood glucose testing and recording. The training is competency based.

The Disability Induction Program prepares people to work in the disability sector by introducing them to and encouraging a person-centred approach. The tools within the program explain and demonstrate the need and practicalities of placing the person with disability at the centre of all decision-making and operational activities.