Explore Our Disability Support Training Courses

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An introductory module to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), this course covers its purpose, structure, and the roles of participants, providers, and support coordinators. Learners will understand how the NDIS aims to provide personalized support and improve outcomes for individuals with disabilities.

Learners will gain comprehensive knowledge about various disability types—physical, intellectual, sensory, and psychosocial—and their impacts on individuals' lives. The course highlights the importance of recognizing diverse needs and adapting support strategies accordingly to promote inclusion and participation.

This essential course outlines the responsibilities of support workers in upholding duty of care and the legal obligations related to mandatory reporting. It provides guidance on identifying signs of abuse or neglect and the appropriate steps to take to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals under care.

This course delves into the principles of person-centred planning, emphasizing the importance of tailoring support to individual needs, preferences, and aspirations. Learners will explore effective goal-setting techniques that empower individuals with disabilities to take an active role in their own care and decision-making processes. 

This course emphasizes the importance of cultural competence in disability support. It explores strategies for providing care that is respectful of cultural identities and promotes human dignity, ensuring that support is inclusive and responsive to the diverse backgrounds of individuals.

Focusing on the legal and ethical frameworks surrounding disability support, this module covers the rights of individuals with disabilities, including autonomy, dignity, and access to services. It examines the application of rights-based approaches in everyday practice, ensuring that support is both respectful and empowering.

Focusing on communication strategies for non-verbal clients, this module covers alternative communication methods, including sign language, assistive technologies, and non-verbal cues. Learners will develop skills to enhance understanding and foster meaningful interactions with non-verbal individuals.

This course introduces the principles of trauma-informed care, emphasizing the need to recognize and respond to the effects of trauma in individuals' lives. It provides strategies for creating safe and supportive environments that promote healing and resilience.

Learners will explore the intersection of mental health and disability, gaining insights into common mental health conditions and their implications for individuals with disabilities. The course covers approaches to support mental well-being and integrate mental health considerations into disability care.

This module provides essential knowledge on the safe administration and management of medications for individuals with disabilities. Topics include understanding medication types, dosages, potential side effects, and the importance of accurate record-keeping and adherence to protocols.

Focusing on proactive strategies to address challenging behaviours, this course covers the principles of positive behaviour support. Learners will understand how to develop and implement interim support plans that promote positive outcomes and reduce the need for restrictive practices.

This foundational course introduces the role of a Support Coordinator within the NDIS framework. Learn to assist participants in understanding and implementing their NDIS plans, connecting them with appropriate services, and building their capacity to manage supports independently.