Microcredential – Follow Safe Work Practices for Direct Client Care
Enhance your skills in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for direct client care. This comprehensive course covers essential topics such as safe work practices, hazard identification and reporting, risk reduction strategies, and managing concerning behaviours. You’ll learn about manual handling, infection control, protective equipment, WHS legislation, and duty of care. Additionally, gain insights into stress management, ergonomics, and risk assessment techniques, ensuring a secure and compliant care environment for both you and your clients.
Course Structure
Unit - Follow Safe Work Practices for Direct Client Care
Safe work practices and procedures
Standard codes of practice
Accidents and emergencies
Reporting hazards
Potential hazards
Behaviours of concern
Risk reduction strategies
Workplace violence audit
Policies and procedures
Hierarchy of control
Records management
Manual handling / lifting
Causation of accidents and illness
Infection control practices
Protective equipment
WHS legislation
Duty of care
Stress management
Ergonomics and risk assessment
Workplace debriefing
Study Hours
Estimated duration 15 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
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Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
Improve your employment opportunities;
Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
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We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
Are there any computer requirements?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
When can I start this course?
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How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
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I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
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