This support worker training package takes 60 minutes to complete and provides practical strategies for preventing and controlling infections.

What content does the course cover?

This comprehensive course provides participants with the knowledge they need to follow safe work practices and prevent the spread of infections in the workplace. Participants will learn how to:

• Identify potential infection risks.
• Respond appropriately to situations that may put them or others at risk of infection and report these incidents.
• Recognise common types of infections.
• Understand how infections can be transmitted.
• Follow standard precautions as part of their daily work routine to reduce the risk of infection.
• Identify situations where additional precautions may be necessary and report them.
• Take necessary precautions when standard measures alone may not be enough to control infection.

Delivery information:

Duration and format: 60-minutes – online eLearning module

Essential for: Direct Support Workers and other staff who work in group homes, residential facilities, supported employment, and day programs.

Appropriate Services: Specialised Accommodation including Respite, Group or Shared Living, Aged Care Residential, Transitional and Emergency Housing Settings Community Engagement Programs including group activities, day programs, and community access Supported Employment

Suggested refresher schedule: Every 12-months (annually)

Course completion requires:

Successful completion of the compulsory quizzes included throughout the learning.

Certification:

Once successfully completed, learners will be issued with a digital certificate of completion.

Cost:

Individual access: $49.50 including GST for 12 months.

Proudly distributed in partnership with Cerebral Palsy Alliance Training Alliance.

For groups:

This course can be offered through license agreement designed for large groups. This is a cost-effective option, especially when multiple courses are bought together. If you choose to pay for multiple years upfront, you will also get extra discounts.

For any enquiries, please contact the Learn and Develop Team, [email protected].

For technical support with the eLearning training platform, please contact [email protected]  or phone 07 3114 2958.