Aged Care Course List

Aged Care Courses – Overview

* Please note: our entire suite of over 90 Aged Care courses will be released in a staggered rollout by early 2026 – please enquire for details.

Aged Care Foundations

1. The Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards – Part 1

In this course, we will introduce the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards, following the recommendations from the Royal Commission to improve care. We will review the 7 strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards, including person-centred care, clinical services, nutrition, and dementia-friendly environments. Then, we will examine the roles of aged care workers in meeting these standards through care plans, dementia training, feedback, and documentation, teaching them how to provide safe, high-quality care for diverse ageing individuals, utilising evidence-based mapping and monitoring tools.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Describe the purpose of the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.
• List the standards and explain how they ensure safe, high-quality, respectful care.
• Identify the role of the aged care worker under the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.

Course duration: 35 minutes.

Created by: Stephanie Watts – Aged Care Consultant.

2. The Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards – Part 2

In part 2 of this course, you will learn how to deliver high-quality, person-centred care under the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards. First, we will review compliance and risk management strategies, covering the Aged Care Act and the Code of Conduct. Next, we will explore strategies for enhancing person-centred care practices, focusing on respect, dignity, and individual needs. Lastly, we will learn how to prepare for Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission audits, emphasising evidence collection and continuous improvement to ensure the safety and well-being of ageing individuals.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Describe compliance and risk management strategies for aged care workers under the Aged Care Act and Code of Conduct.
• Describe person-centred care principles focusing on respect and dignity. 
• Prepare for Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission Audits while promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Course duration: 35 minutes.

Created by: Stephanie Watts – Aged Care Consultant.

3. Preventing and Responding to Elder Abuse

In this course, you’ll learn about preventing and responding to elder abuse, including physical, emotional, financial, sexual, and neglectful actions that harm dignity and independence. We will examine the role of aged care workers in preventing and addressing elder abuse and explore methods for reporting elder abuse to safeguard ageing individuals effectively.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Identify the different types of elder abuse.
• Describe the aged care worker’s role in addressing and preventing elder abuse.
• Know how to report elder abuse to safeguard ageing individuals effectively.

Course duration: 45 minutes.

Created by: Stephanie Watts – Aged Care Consultant.

4. Understanding Choice, Independence and Quality of Life

In this course, we will explore the key concepts to enhance the lives of individuals through better care practices. Firstly, we’ll identify how choice and independence improve an individual’s quality of life, focusing on their physical, emotional, and social well-being. Next, we’ll discuss the Aged Care Act and how it supports greater independence by prioritising rights, dignity, and person-centred care. We will then explore independence and risk-taking, focusing on balancing safety with dignity of risk to empower individuals receiving aged care support. Lastly, we’ll examine the vital role of aged care workers in encouraging individuals’ choice and decision-making, ensuring their preferences are respected while aligning with the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Recognise how choice and independence affect an individual’s quality of life.
• Explain the Aged Care Act and its role in supporting greater independence for ageing individuals.
• Identify independence and risk-taking in Aged Care, highlighting the balance between safety and the dignity of risk to empower individuals.
• Describe the aged care worker’s role in fostering individuals’ choice and decision-making.

Course duration: 40 minutes.

Created by: Stephanie Watts – Aged Care Consultant.

5. Incident Management and Reporting – SIRS

In this course, you’ll discover the purpose and framework of the Serious Incident Response Scheme (SIRS), including the eight reportable incident types, reporting procedures, and compliance requirements. You’ll learn to identify reportable incidents using the decision support tool, review common examples, and analyse a scenario for deeper understanding. Lastly, we’ll explore incident management systems, their significance, and your role in monitoring trends, as well as compare two scenarios showcasing effective and ineffective implementations.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Understand the SIRS Framework
• Identify Reportable Incidents
• Use and maintain Incident Management Systems

Course duration: 40 minutes.

Created by: Stephanie Watts – Aged Care Consultant.

6. The Mealtime and Dining Experience

In this course, you’ll learn about the importance of the mealtime and dining experience for ageing individuals in supporting their nutritional needs. Firstly, you will explore the challenges of ageing and how weight loss increases the risks of falls and infections. Next, you will discover the importance of respecting food preferences, cultures, and dietary needs while involving ageing individuals in menu planning to ensure tasty and nutritious meals. Then, you will learn how to create a positive dining experience. Lastly, you’ll learn the roles of aged care workers, dietitians, and speech pathologists in meal delivery and appetite monitoring for health in residential aged care facilities and home care.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Explain the nutritional needs and challenges faced by ageing individuals.
• Describe your role in supporting ageing individuals through person-centred care.
• Create a positive dining experience for better meal enjoyment.
• Identify the food service team and their roles in ensuring proper nutrition.

Course duration: 40 minutes.

Created by: Julie Dundon, Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian, NPA.

7. Falls Prevention and Management

In this course, you will learn about fall prevention, focusing on identifying and reducing risks. You will explore fall impacts, including fear, and risk factors like inactivity, poor nutrition, and medications. You will learn your role in supporting assessments and working with healthcare teams. Strategies for prevention, such as environmental changes, proper footwear, exercise, and post-fall care, are explored to enhance safety and prevent falls.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Understand Falls, their Definition, Frequency, and Recurrence
• Identify the Risk Factors Contributing to Falls
• Conduct Falls Risk Assessments
• Understand Fall Prevention Strategies
• Implement Post-Fall Management and Support

Course duration: 40 minutes.

Created by: Andrew Misfud – Occupational Therapist.

8. Dysphagia, IDDSI & Management of Choking

In this course, you will learn to understand and manage dysphagia, a condition that causes major trouble swallowing food and drink. Firstly, we will explore its impact on nutrition, hydration, and health in aged care. We will identify risks such as stroke or dental issues, and consequences including malnutrition, choking, and reduced quality of life. Next, we will explore texture modification using the IDDSI framework to make swallowing safer. Then, we will examine respecting individual choices through the Eating and Drinking with Acknowledged Risk approach, while promoting independence with strategies like hand-under-hand feeding. Lastly, we will discuss first aid methods in responding to choking emergencies.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Define dysphagia, describe who it affects, and explain how it impacts ageing individuals.
• Discuss texture modification of diets, foods, and fluids in aged care settings.
• Explain the various strategies to promote safer swallowing for individuals.
• Describe the steps in responding to incidents of choking to ensure safe mealtimes.

Course duration: 40 minutes.

Created by: Arabella Napper, Certified Practising Speech Pathologist and Director of Stellar Speech.

9. Self-Care for the Aged Care Worker

In this course, you will discover the importance of prioritising self-care as an aged care worker. The course explores six essential self-care domains and guides you through activities to develop your personalised Self-Care Plan designed to enhance your health and well-being.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Explain what Self-Care is and why it is so important.
• Identify the six key areas of Self-Care.
• Outline what factors contribute to good health and well-being.
• Develop and use your Self-Care plan to enhance your health and well-being.

Course duration: 30 minutes.

Created by: Cathy Kerr, Registered Nurse and Aged Care Consultant

Courses 10-11 coming soon! Enquire for details.

Aged Care Support Induction

12. Professional Boundaries

In this course, you will learn how to set and maintain personal and professional boundaries in aged care settings. We’ll start by defining boundaries for personal and workplace relationships to ensure emotional clarity and separation. Next, we’ll focus on establishing clear professional boundaries, addressing the tendency of ageing individuals to view you as a friend or family member, and clarifying appropriate conduct. Lastly, we’ll equip you with the skills to recognise risks and early warning signs of boundary crossings or violations, empowering you to navigate these challenges confidently.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Describe boundaries and the differences between professional and personal relationships
• Explain how to create strong professional boundaries as an aged care worker
• Identify the risks and early warning signs associated with boundary crossings or violations.

Course duration: 30 minutes.

Created by: Cathy Kerr, Registered Nurse and Aged Care Consultant.

13. Effective Progress Notes

This course equips you with the skills to write clear, effective progress notes tailored for aged care. First, you will learn what progress notes are, how they demonstrate service delivery, and their role in meeting compliance standards. Next, you’ll explore essential components, including documenting observations and interactions, to ensure accurate and meaningful records. You’ll also learn to use professional, appropriate language while recognising the legal significance of progress notes as protected, unalterable documents, even under subpoena. Throughout, you’ll become familiar with your responsibilities under the Aged Care Act, the updated Quality Standards, and the AN-ACC funding requirements, empowering you to deliver accountable, high-quality care.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Explain what a progress note is and why they are used
• Describe the key components of an effective progress note
• Identify the language that should be used when writing a progress note
• Recognise the legal requirements and considerations for writing effective progress notes

Course duration: 35 minutes.

Created by: Lusie Glogovac, Aged Care Consultant.

14. Communication

In this course, you will gain essential skills to enhance communication as an aged care worker. You will learn to define and explain effective communication, describe best practices for written and verbal communication, and understand how body language influences interactions. Additionally, you will become familiar with common communication aids used in aged care, equipping you to support ageing individuals more effectively and build stronger, more compassionate connections.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Define and explain effective communication
• Describe best practices for effective written and verbal communication
• Understand how a person’s body language influences communication
• Recognise some communication aids you will encounter as an aged care worker

Course duration: 30 minutes.

Created by: Cathy Kerr, Registered Nurse and Aged Care Consultant.

15. Teamwork

In this course, you will explore the building and maintenance of strong teams by defining them, examining their key qualities, and exploring how diverse skills can come together to achieve goals. You’ll learn how to manage conflicts through clear communication and about the constructive conflict three-step process: complete, collaborate, and compromise.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Define a team
• List the 5 attributes of a successful team member
• Explain what makes a successful team
• Describe how to manage conflict effectively

Course duration: 25 minutes.

Created by: Cathy Kerr, Registered Nurse and Aged Care Consultant.

16. Problem Solving

In this course, you will discover what problem-solving is and how to apply it effectively in your daily role as an Aged Care Worker. We will begin by defining problem-solving, followed by an exploration of its key stages. Next, we will discuss practical ways to implement problem-solving in your work, and lastly, we will introduce several problem-solving tools and techniques, demonstrating how to use them efficiently.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Define problem-solving
• Describe the stages of problem-solving
• Demonstrate how problem-solving can be applied in your role as an aged care worker
• Use problem-solving tools and techniques effectively

Course duration: 30 minutes.

Created by: Cathy Kerr, Registered Nurse and Aged Care Consultant.

17. Supporting Individuals Living with Dementia

In this course, we will explore dementia as a group of diseases that impair cognitive abilities such as memory, thinking, and daily functioning due to damage to brain nerve cells. We will examine its risk factors, signs, and symptoms, and then investigate how dementia alters brain anatomy and causes cognitive decline over time. Next, we will explore best-practice approaches for supporting ageing individuals with dementia. To conclude, we will highlight the multidisciplinary support team, focusing on the role of the aged care worker and key resources for providing effective care.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Understand what dementia is, including its risk factors, signs, symptoms, and effects
• Know how dementia impacts brain anatomy
• Identify how dementia is diagnosed and the ten various types of dementia
• Implement best-practice approaches to supporting an ageing individual living with dementia
• Identify the multidisciplinary support team, and articulate the role of the aged care worker

Course duration: 40 minutes.

Created by: Lusie Glogovac, Aged Care Specialist and Consultant.

18. Keeping Safe at Work – Part 1

In this course, you’ll gain a thorough understanding of Work, Health, and Safety (WHS) in aged care. You will explore WHS laws protecting Australian workers, aligned with the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards. This includes examining the responsibilities of both employees and employers in creating safe and inclusive workplaces. You will also investigate three key WHS consultation and cooperation processes involving both perspectives for effective WHS management. Lastly, you’ll analyse WHS risks related to remote work in aged care, their impact, and measures to ensure safety.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Define Work Health and Safety (WHS), Australian laws and regulations
• Understand WHS consultation, cooperation, and coordination processes
• Identify WHS risks and management strategies for remote workers

Course duration: 35 minutes.

Created by: Lisa Laybutt, Senior Human Resources Professional and Cathy Kerr, RN and Aged Care Consultant.

19. Keeping Safe at Work – Part 2

Part 2 of the Keeping Safe at Work course expands on your understanding of Work Health and Safety risks and risk management. You’ll explore a four-stage process and discover tools like the risk matrix for identifying, classifying, and prioritising risks. The course also covers psychosocial hazards and their impact on health, highlighting employer obligations. Additionally, it reviews WHS reporting and the shared responsibilities of employers and employees to ensure workplace safety.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Describe a four-stage risk management process and understand how specific risk management tools are embedded within this process
• Describe psychosocial hazards and specific risk management approaches
• Understand WHS reporting, roles, and responsibilities

Course duration: 35 minutes.

Created by: Lisa Laybutt, Senior Human Resources Professional and Cathy Kerr, RN and Aged Care Consultant.

Courses 20-27 coming soon! Enquire for details.

Mental Health and Positive Outcomes

28. Introduction to Mental Health

In this course, you will develop a basic understanding of mental health, including its presentation and impact on ageing individuals. You will learn about the DSM-5-TR’s role in standardising mental health diagnoses and discover how mental health professionals assess symptoms for an accurate diagnosis. You will learn best practices for supporting ageing individuals, focusing on open communication, social engagement, and tailored care to meet their mental and physical needs.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Understand what mental ill-health is, and recognise the different types of mental health conditions
• Gain knowledge of the DSM-5-TR and its significance in mental health care
• Understand the process of diagnosing mental health conditions
• Learn best practices for supporting ageing individuals with mental health challenges.

Course duration: 30 minutes.

Created by: Jason Bradtke, Mental Health Educator and Amanda Robinson, Mental Health Practitioner.

Courses 29-32 coming soon! Enquire for details.

33. Behaviour Support – Part 1

In this course, we begin by defining ‘Changed Behaviour’ as recognised in Aged Care contexts. Next, we will trace the evolution of behaviour support by examining the three predominant models of Aged Care and how their approaches have transformed over time. We will then investigate Behaviour Support, exploring its guiding principles and essential components of an effective behaviour framework. Lastly, we will examine examples of behaviours of concern, analyse their underlying functions, and study the five stages of behaviour escalation.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Define Changed Behaviour as it is understood in Aged Care contexts
• Explain the evolution of the three primary models of behaviour support in Aged Care
• Recognise Behaviour Support, its guiding principles, and key elements of an effective behaviour framework
• Evaluate examples of behaviours of concern, understand their purposes, and describe the five stages of behaviour escalation

Course duration: 30 minutes.

Created by: Lusie Glogovac, Aged Care Specialist and Consultant.

34. Behaviour Support – Part 2

In this course, we will learn more about Behaviour Support in Aged Care. We will start by examining the ABC model of Positive Behaviour Support. Next, we will learn about responsive strategies to address changed behaviour. These strategies aim to lessen the causes of the behaviour or support it in ways that minimise distress or impact on the individual and others. Then, we will explore reactive strategies in aged care, emphasising a preference for proactive behaviour support. We will also revisit the five stages of behaviour escalation introduced in Behaviour Support in Aged Care—Part 1. Lastly, we will discover the five types of restrictive practices in aged care.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Identify the ABC’s of Positive Behaviour Support
• Recognise and describe the Responsive Strategies
• Explain Reactive Strategies, and
• Define and explain Restrictive Practices.

Course duration: 35 minutes.

Created by: Lusie Glogovac, Aged Care Specialist and Consultant.

35. Behaviour Support – Part 3

In this course, you will understand how a person-centred Behaviour Support plan is created, and how to implement and monitor effective plans for individuals in aged care that proactively address changed behaviours with tailored strategies, moving beyond generic solutions. You will also master consistent plan implementation, adapting interventions to individual needs, addressing behaviour triggers, and aligning with legislative and evidence-based practices.

Additionally, you will learn the importance of accurate data collection using tools such as Behaviour Assessment Forms and Frequency Charts, alongside consultations, to evaluate the effectiveness of your strategy. Lastly, you will learn to gather additional data through progress notes and incident reports and recognise the role of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (ACQSC) in ensuring quality and safety in aged care.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Understand how a person-centred Plan is created that aligns with Quality-of-Care Principles, respects individual needs, and minimises restrictive practices.
• Implement the Behaviour Support Plan: Effectively apply tailored strategies from the Plan to support individuals with changed behaviours.
• Measure, Monitor, and Review the Behaviour Support Plan: Track effectiveness, adjust as needed, and understand the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (ACQSC)’s role in ensuring compliance and quality care.

Course duration: 35 minutes.

Created by: Lusie Glogovac, Aged Care Specialist and Consultant.

Courses 36-37 coming soon! Enquire for details.

38. Trauma Informed Care

In this course, we’ll explore understanding trauma and its origins, including how it can sometimes be mistaken for dementia in ageing individuals. We’ll look at trauma-informed care, focusing on ways to foster safety, trust, and empowerment through giving choices. You’ll gain practical skills for handling trauma-related stress, like creating comfortable, safe spaces, offering options, establishing consistent routines, and using the KEEP C.A.L.M. approach. Finally, we’ll talk about vicarious trauma and share helpful tools to set healthy boundaries and manage emotions, so you can stay balanced and avoid burnout.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Understand trauma and how it impacts ageing individuals
• Describe trauma-informed care
• Discuss some strategies and practical ways to support ageing individuals experiencing trauma
• Know what vicarious trauma is in aged care and use strategies to help protect yourself from burnout

Course duration: 35 minutes.

Created by: Dr Diane Corser, Clinical Psychologist.

Courses 39-36 coming soon! Enquire for details.

Medication Assistance and Administration

47. Assisting Individuals with Medication – Part 1

This course will give you the knowledge and skills necessary to assist individuals with their medication effectively. You will learn what medication is, the different types of medications, and the importance of medication reviews. We will then unpack the role and obligations of an aged care worker when assisting individuals with medication. Lastly, we will dive into Dose Administration Aids and review the common medication risks when supporting an individual. By the end of this course, you will gain confidence and competence in medication management within your scope, ensuring the safety and well-being of the individuals you support.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Understand what medication is, identify the different types of medication, and recognise the importance of medication reviews.
• Know the role and obligations of an aged care worker when assisting an individual with medication.
• Identify Dose Administration Aids and common medication risks.

Course duration: 40 minutes.

Created by: Marguerite Hoiby – Qualified Aged Care Auditor/Assessor and Registered Nurse.

48. Assisting Individuals with Medication – Part 2

Course Duration 40 min

In this course, you’ll learn key medication safety principles that must be understood and implemented when assisting individuals with medication. We’ll start by introducing the “10 Rights” framework, providing a comprehensive foundation. Following this, we’ll delve into the phases of support and outline the specific steps an aged care worker should follow to ensure individuals receive the appropriate level of assistance for managing their medication needs. Lastly, you’ll learn best practices for handling, storing, and disposing of medication, as well as your role in monitoring and responding to medication-related incidents, including side effects, adverse events, and errors.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Understand key medication safety principles, including the 10 Rights, as a framework to reference when assisting individuals with medication.
• Describe the key phases of support and steps involved in assisting individuals with medication based on the level of support they require.
• Understand key responsibilities in your role to manage medication and recognise and respond to medication-related incidents.

Course duration: 40 minutes.

Created by: Marguerite Hoiby – Qualified Aged Care Auditor/Assessor and Registered Nurse.

49. Antimicrobial Stewardship

In this course, you’ll gain an understanding of antimicrobial stewardship and its significance in all aged care settings. First, we will explore the critical role of antimicrobial stewardship in enhancing the Aged Care Quality Standards and gain an understanding of antimicrobial resistance, including its potential dangers to individuals. Next, we will look at antibiotic misuse, its categories, associated harms, and common misconceptions, including the consequences of antimicrobial resistance. Lastly, you will learn about the responsibilities of aged care workers, emphasising three key elements of care and proper antibiotic use.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Understand antimicrobial stewardship’s role in Aged Care Quality Standards and the risks of antimicrobial resistance
• Recognise the causes and consequences of antibiotic misuse
• Identify the role of aged care workers in preventing infections and communicating with healthcare providers.

Course duration: 30 minutes.

Created by: Stephanie Watts, Aged Care Consultant.

50. Administering Eye Medication

In this course, you’ll learn the key principles for administering eye medication effectively. We’ll start by exploring the medications you will be handling and outlining how to plan and prepare for their administration. Next, we will explain the specific steps that aged care workers should follow to ensure safe administration of eye medication. Lastly, you will learn how to complete the eye medication administration process.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Know the different types of eye medication
• Plan and prepare for the administration of eye medication
• Safely administer eye medication to an ageing individual

Course duration: 10 minutes.

Created by: Marguerite Hoiby – Registered Nurse, Aged Care Auditor and Assessor.

51. Administering PRN Medication

In this course, you’ll learn the key principles for administering PRN Medication effectively. We’ll start by exploring the medications you will be handling and outlining how to plan and prepare for their administration. Next, we will review the specific steps that aged care workers should follow to ensure the safe administration of PRN medication. Lastly, you will learn to complete the PRN medication administration process.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Know the different types of PRN medication
• Plan and prepare for the administration of PRN medication
• Safely administer PRN medication to an ageing individual

Course duration: 10 minutes.

Created by: Marguerite Hoiby – Registered Nurse, Aged Care Auditor and Assessor.

52. Administering Suppository and Enema Medication

In this course, you’ll learn the key principles for administering suppository and enema medication effectively. We’ll start by exploring the medications you will be handling and outlining how to plan and prepare for their administration. Next, we will go through the specific steps that aged care workers should follow to ensure the safe administration of suppository and enema medication. Lastly, you will learn how to complete the suppository and enema medication administration process.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Identify the different types of suppositories and enema medication
• Plan and prepare for the administration of suppository and enema medication
• Safely administer suppository and enema medication to an ageing individual

Course duration: 10 minutes.

Created by: Marguerite Hoiby – Registered Nurse, Aged Care Auditor and Assessor.

53. Administering Buccal and Sublingual Medication

In this course, you’ll learn the key principles for administering Buccal and Sublingual Oral Medication effectively. We’ll start by exploring the medications you will be handling and outlining how to plan and prepare for their administration. Next, we will review the specific steps that aged care workers should follow to ensure the safe administration of buccal and sublingual oral medication. Lastly, you will learn to complete the buccal and sublingual oral medication administration process.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Know the different types of buccal and sublingual oral medication
• Plan and prepare for the administration of buccal and sublingual oral medication
• Safely administer buccal and sublingual oral medication to an ageing individual

Course duration: 10 minutes.

Created by: Marguerite Hoiby – Registered Nurse, Aged Care Auditor and Assessor.

54. Assisting an Individual with Using an Inhaler

In this course, you’ll learn the key principles for effectively assisting an individual using an inhaler. We’ll start by exploring different inhalers and medications you will be handling, and outline how to plan and prepare for assisting with their administration. Next, we will explain the steps an aged care worker should follow to help an ageing individual use an inhaler safely. Lastly, you will learn how to complete the process of assisting an ageing individual using an inhaler.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Safely assist an ageing individual with using an inhaler
• Safely assist an ageing individual with using a spacer

Course duration: 10 minutes.

Created by: Marguerite Hoiby – Registered Nurse, Aged Care Auditor and Assessor.

55. Applying Transdermal Patch Medication

In this course, you’ll learn the key principles for applying transdermal patch medication effectively. We’ll start by exploring the medications you will be handling and outlining how to plan and prepare for their application. Next, we will explain the steps that aged care workers should follow to ensure the safe application of transdermal patch medication. Lastly, you will learn how to complete the transdermal patch application process for an ageing individual.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Know what a transdermal patch is
• Plan and prepare for the application of transdermal patch medication
• Safely apply transdermal patch medication on an ageing individual

Course duration: 10 minutes.

Created by: Marguerite Hoiby – Registered Nurse, Aged Care Auditor and Assessor.

56. Administering Topical Medication

In this course, you’ll learn the key principles for administering Topical Medication effectively. We’ll start by exploring the medications you will be handling and outlining how to plan and prepare for their administration. Next, we will review the specific steps that aged care workers should follow to ensure the safe administration of topical medication. Lastly, you will learn to complete the topical medication administration process.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Know the different types of topical medication
• Plan and prepare for the administration of topical medication
• Safely administer topical medication to an ageing individual

Course duration: 10 minutes.

Created by: Marguerite Hoiby – Registered Nurse, Aged Care Auditor and Assessor

57. Administering Oral Medication, Tablets and Liquids

In this course, you’ll learn the key principles for effectively administering oral medications, including both tablets and liquids. We’ll start by exploring what oral medications are and when they are used. We will then delve into the preparation required to administer oral medication, how to calculate the correct dose, and the risks associated with calculating medication dosages. Next, we will explain the steps that an aged care worker should follow to ensure the safe administration of oral medication. And lastly, you will learn how to complete the oral medication administration process.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Know what oral medication, tablets, and liquids are, and when they are used.
• Plan and prepare for administering oral medications, both tablets and liquids, including accurately calculating doses and understanding associated risks.
• Safely administer oral medication, tablets, and liquids to an ageing individual.

Course duration: 20 minutes.

Created by: Marguerite Hoiby – Registered Nurse, Aged Care Auditor and Assessor.

58. Administering Ear Medication

In this course, you’ll learn the key principles for administering ear medication effectively. We’ll start by exploring the medications you will be handling and outlining how to plan and prepare for their administration. Next, we will review the specific steps that aged care workers should follow to ensure the safe administration of ear medication. Lastly, you will learn how to complete the ear medication administration process.

After this lesson you will be able to:

• Know the different types of ear medication
• Plan and prepare for the administration of ear medication
• Safely administer ear medication to an ageing individual

Course duration: 10 minutes.

Created by: Marguerite Hoiby – Registered Nurse, Aged Care Auditor and Assessor.

Courses 59-97 coming soon! Enquire for details.

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