Description
The online course is designed for aged care and disability support workers who want to build confidence in supporting people with Huntington’s disease. This course explains Huntington’s disease in clear, plain language and explores how it affects movement, thinking, emotions and behaviour over time. Learners will gain a strong understanding of common challenges faced by individuals and families, effective communication strategies, behaviour support approaches and red flags that require reporting. With a strong focus on person-centred, ethical and dignity-based care, this course equips support workers with realistic strategies they can apply immediately in day-to-day practice across aged care, disability and community settings.
Objectives
This online course covers:
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Understanding Huntington’s disease in plain language
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How Huntington’s disease affects movement, thinking, emotions and behaviour
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Disease progression and changing support needs over time
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Common barriers for individuals and families, including stigma and service access
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Person-centred support approaches that promote dignity and independence
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Communication strategies to support understanding and reduce distress
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Recognising behaviour as communication and responding appropriately
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Red flags, documentation and escalation responsibilities for support workers
Certificate
By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate Certificate of Completion
Learning credits
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