Microcredential – Support Community Participation and Social Inclusion
This course helps you learn how to support people with disabilities in becoming active members of their communities. You’ll find community programs, social opportunities, and resources that fit each person’s needs and preferences. The course also covers how to help people build connections, overcome barriers, and access support to fully participate in community life.
Course Structure
Unit - Support Community Participation and Social Inclusion
| 1. Identify opportunities for community participation and social inclusion. | 1.1. Consult with the person with disability to determine their interests, needs, ability and preferences regarding engaging with a social network and requirements for their preferred manner of participation. 1.2. Identify and access community participation resources, programs, agencies, transport services, aids and equipment according to the person’s preferences and needs. 1.3. Provide the person with information on community participation options, networks and services that meet their needs and preferences. 1.4. Recognise and accommodate the cultural and religious needs of the person with disability. |
| 2. Implement strategies for community participation and inclusion according to individualised plan. | 2.1. Work with the person to identify and access community options that will meet needs and preferences identified in their individualised plan. 2.2. Support the person to access opportunities to establish connections through shared interests. 2.3. Support the person to access opportunities for participation in work and assist employer to facilitate the person’s participation and inclusion. 2.4. Support the person’s use of assistive technologies in meeting their individual needs. 2.5. Seek feedback from the person with disability, family, carer, others identified by the person, colleagues or supervisor to ensure that the support continues to meet the current and changing needs and preferences of the person. 2.6. Ensure strategies for community participation and social inclusion are regularly reviewed with the person and supervisor to facilitate positive outcomes. 2.7. Monitor level of the person’s engagement in community and social networks in consultation with the person and supervisor. |
| 3. Identify, address and monitor barriers to community participation and social inclusion. | 3.1. Recognise barriers to community participation and social inclusion. 3.2. Consult with the person to identify gaps in assistive technology needs and report according to organisational policies and procedures. 3.3. Collaborate with the person with disability to identify solutions to overcome barriers, in consultation with supervisor. 3.4. Support the person to implement strategies to address barriers to community participation according to their individualised plan and preferences. 3.5. Consult with the person to identify areas where advocacy is required to facilitate their preferred manner of participation. 3.6. Monitor the success of strategies to address barriers in consultation with the person and supervisor. 3.7. Recognise own limitations in addressing issues and seek advice from supervisor regarding issues outside of scope of own job role or ability. |
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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Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
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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;
- 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!
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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.
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.
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