RTO Number 52608
Taking care of elderly is her calling — daughter supporting her mum at home

Unplanned Carer

About The Workshop

Caring for an ageing parent, partner or family member at home? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to do it alone. Our Essential Skills for Home-Based Aged Care workshop is designed with family carers in mind. Led by professionals from the aged and disability sector, this workshop will equip you with the skills and confidence to provide safe and compassionate care to your loved one in the comfort of their home.

Who Should Attend?

  • Family members caring for ageing parents or relatives.
  • Individuals supporting a loved one with a disability at home
  • Community members seeking basic caring skills without the commitment of a formal qualification.

What you’ll learn

This hands-on workshop covers:

  • Understand ageing and common health conditions.
  • Learn safe manual handling techniques to protect yourself and your loved one.
  • Gain basic personal care skills, including bathing, hygiene, dressing, toileting.
  • Communicate effective with individuals experiencing dementia or cognitive decline.
  • Support dignity and independence while providing care.
  • Apply essential infection control practices in a home setting.
  • Take care of your own wellbeing – because looking after yourself is just as important.

Course Details

Duration

2 days (9am to 4pm)

Location

14/10 Livingstone Road, Rockingham WA6168 (Face to face delivery)

Fees

$600

What’s Included

First Mon & Tues each month, and every 2 weekend of every month

  • All workshops include hands-on practical, equipment, consumables and a Certificate of Attendance upon completion.
  • Courses are delivered by experienced nurses and industry-trained lecturers.
  • Group bookings available up to 20 participants.

Why Choose TRAINING U?

With a combined 30+ years of industry experience, our team at Training U provides responsive, flexible training and assessment solutions to ensure clients training requirements are met with minimal impact on day-to-day operations. Our training has allowed individuals and companies to expand their knowledge and skills for future success and development. Training U has become a trusted name within the training industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is important to consider which courses you and your team require and will enjoy, as well as which courses will provide the applicable skills and knowledge required in your chosen industry and field. Before making a choice, we encourage you to review the course information to ensure you understand the course content and duration. It is important that you find the right course for you or your workplace as we want you to succeed. If you’re unsure about which option will be best, you’re welcome to get in touch with our friendly team with any questions.

We provide nationally accredited training, verification of competencies and consultancy services.

From 1 January 2015, all students studying nationally recognised training in Australia are required to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). A USI provides students online access to their training records and results (transcripts) through their free online USI account.

A USI is required for new and continuing students undertaking nationally recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses to receive their statements of attainment or qualifications. A USI can be obtained at no cost to students and your USI stays with you for life.
You can apply for a USI via the Australian Government Department of Industry Alternatively, with your permission, Training U can obtain your USI on your behalf.

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