Microcredential – Recognise and Report Risk of Falls
In this short course, you will explore fall prevention and care for older individuals, covering topics such as assessing fall risk, communication strategies, and recognising signs of potential harm, all while upholding privacy, dignity, and legal requirements. Gain the skills to consult effectively, assess risk factors, and create safe environments, ensuring the well-being and quality of life for older persons while adhering to ethical and legal standards.
Course Structure
Unit: Facilitate the Empowerment of Older People
- Consult with the supervisor and the person
- Ascertain lifestyle, health and mobility factors
- Assess the risk of falls for person
- Good communication
- Factors that can increase fall risk
- Opportunities for the client and family to contribute and ask questions
- Recognising a person’s needs, issues and concerns
- Posture, gait and balance
- Referring to a supervisor when concerns for a person is outside scope of role
- Physical indicators
- Environmental factors
- Risk factors
- Reduced independence
- Social isolation and fear
- Common medical causes of falls
- Recognising the signs
- Effects of medication
- Effects of falls on people (physical, psychological and impact on family)
- Report on risk of falls
- Reporting requirements
- Duty of care
- Upholding the privacy and dignity of older people
- Privacy, confidentiality and disclosure
- Disclosure of confidential information/ reporting
- Client consent
- Legal requirements
- Risk of harm
- Document control policy
- The ageing process
- Dignity of risk
- Human rights framework
- Work health and safety
- Policies and procedures
- Legal requirements
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
Testimonials
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
Enrolment Form – Employment Services and Rehabilitation Providers
Enrol via Live Chat (Business Hours)
Enrol via Telephone 1300 76 2221 (Business Hours)
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY and EFT/Direct Deposit. Please allow 1-2 Business days for processing for EFT and BPAY.
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;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- 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?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
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.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
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.
