Residential Care

Course Description: Maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene is essential in aged residential care, where residents are particularly ...

Course Description: Psychological trauma can influence how people feel, think and behave, sometimes long after a traumatic event has passed. To pr...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: This engaging video-based course from Altura Learning provides aged care staff with the knowledge and confidence to deliver hi...

Course Description: Osteoarthritis is one of the most common chronic conditions in older people, and its impact on mobility, comfort and independe...

Course Description: Shingles is an infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It affects millions globally, with an estimated 1 in 3 pe...

Course Description: Dyspepsia is a common symptom in older people and is often under managed due to difficulty in diagnosis due to late presentati...

Course Description: Older adults face a significantly higher risk of developing coronary heart disease (CHD), such as angina and myocardial infarc...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Safe manual handling is an important part of life for everyone, but it’s especially important for those working in the care se...

Course Description: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a common and preventable cause of morbidity in older people. If untreated, DVT can lead to serio...

Course Description: Parkinson’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects a person’s ability to control their movement. This course wil...

Course Description: Stroke is the second-leading cause of death in the world, and the risk of stroke increases significantly with age. This course...

Course Description: A holistic approach to wound assessment is essential for effective wound management. This course outlines common types and cha...

Course Description: There are a number of chronic respiratory conditions that require the use of respiratory aids to support the individual. This ...

Course Description: Heat packs and cold packs can be used to provide non-pharmacological pain relief and manage acute soft tissue injuries. This c...

Course Description: Older people are at risk of weight loss due to a variety of factors. It is vital that staff understand how to monitor and mana...

Course Description: It is essential that clients in your care receive the correct medication to maintain their health and wellbeing. This course o...

Course Description: A chronic respiratory condition can have a significant impact on an older person’s quality of life. This course will explore a...

Course Description: Explore why older people are more at risk of skin tears and how to reduce this risk. Learn how to assess and dress a skin tear...

Course Description: Provide an understanding of what sexuality is, what it means to an older person and how you can allow them to fulfill their of...

Course Description: There are physical, psychological and practical difficulties associated with low vision and hearing. Equip yourself with strat...

Course Description: Understand the role of a buddy and identify suitable staff for this role in the workplace. Identify the role a buddy plays in ...

Course Description: Care staff play a vital role in monitoring the needs of people they support. This course describes how to recognise changes in...

Course Description: Workplace violence and aggression can have a serious impact on a staff member’s physical and mental health and well-being. Thi...

Course Description: Define the types of diabetes and the everyday management strategies required to maintain the health of those you provide care ...

Course Description: Define meaningful activities and explore their role in maintaining the wellbeing of people living with dementia. Learning Outc...

Course Description: Outline some of the physical and psychological changes that can occur when a person has Motor Neurone Disease or Multiple Scle...

Course Description: Become skilled at performing clinical tasks such as urinalysis, recording vital signs and applying compression stockings. Lear...

Course Description: Age related changes in the skin put older people at risk of skin conditions that need special care. We explore common conditio...

Course Description: Discover how to bathe and assist with the personal grooming of a person who is confined to bed, while maintaining their dignit...

Course Description: Continuously assessing risk is an integral part of everyday care. Recognise your role and responsibilities when undertaking dy...

Course Description: Recognise the role advance care planning plays in promoting quality care at the end of life. Explore key steps in developing a...

Course Description: Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and death in older people. This course will explore the falls management process...

Course Description: Changes in a resident’s condition can be swift or gradual. Clinical staff play a vital role in ensuring early intervention and...

Course Description:  As symptoms progress, a person living with dementia may find it increasingly difficult to express their needs. Changes in beh...