Short Courses
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Four Core Units in Alcohol and Other Drugs
Odyssey house Victoria
The Four Core units in AOD are aimed at enhancing understanding and skills for candidates working with people who have AOD issues. Examples include qualifications and/or work experience in Allied Health, and/or Community Services, such as Community Housing, Justice, Youth Work, Employment services and Education. This qualification is nationally accredited and upon completion this Statement of Attainment will be recognised towards further studies in the Certificate IV or Diploma in AOD Work and/or other Health and Community Services training. Pre-requisites Candidates should be employed in the sector or have significant volunteering experience in the area of Health and Community Services. Candidates should also hold a qualification in Heath, Social or Behavioural sciences field. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Candidates may apply for recognition of prior learning for one or more units. Please see the student handbook for more information. Please be aware that evidence submitted for RPL cannot be returned. Applicants are encouraged to keep copies of their whole portfolio. Course Description These four core units are taken from the Certificate IV in AOD Work. Topics covered in the course include Orientation to the AOD Sector, History of the Harm Minimisation Policy in Australia, Drug identification & Pharmacology, Assessment tools & processes, Treatment planning & Referrals, Risk assessment & management and Working with clients who are substance affected. Assessment Strategies include: Case scenarios & studies, short answer tests & essays, simulations, quizzes, referral & treatment planning exercises, interviews & scripted role plays. First Aid: Participants are required to provide WRT with a copy of their current First Aid Certificate (Level 1 HLTFA301B Apply First Aid) or above. The first aid component must be gained externally to WRT at the participants own cost. Please note: participants are charged only for the units they undertake with WRT and therefore are not charged for First Aid in course fees. A written case must be put forward to the Senior trainer for consideration, showing justification for not supplying a First Aid certificate. Essential skills and knowledge in this qualification include:- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Bandaging Managing Toxic Substances Managing Bleeding Managing Broken bones Managing Consciousness Managing Choking and Knowledge of Coma Positions Credit Transfer Direct credit transfers are available, see our student handbook for more information. The Four Core Units are comprised of the following: CHCAOD2C-Orientation to AOD work. CHCAOD8C-Assess the needs of clients who have AOD issues. CHCAOD10A-Work with clients who have AOD issues. CHCAOD6B-Work with Clients who are intoxicated. Expected study hours per week:6-8
Location: Online
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Expired Air Resuscitation (EAR) & Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Update Plus Anaphylaxis Management
All Health Training
EAR & CPR Update module has been design to comply with Australian Resuscitation Council’s Guidelines & Policy Statements that currency of basic first aid certificate is maintained by re-evaluation of expired air resuscitation and cardio pulmonary resuscitation annually. Anaphylaxis is increasing in the community with the latest statistics that up to 1–20 children have food allergies. It is reported that 8–16% of anaphylaxis occurs within the school or childcare setting. It is imperative that carers of children with anaphylaxis are appropriately trained to recognise signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis and provide emergency assistance is anaphylaxis occurs (asthma update page 14 Issue 32 march 2007) All Health Training has implemented training sessions for these two important issues into be delivered in one session (2½ hours) for your staff on site at your childcare centre. This can be delivered outside care centre hours.
Location: Coburg
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EXPIRED AIR RESUSCITATION (EAR) & CARDIO PULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) UPDATE
All Health Training
This module has been design to comply with Australian Resuscitation Council’s Guidelines & Policy Statements that currency of basic first aid certificate is maintained by re-evaluation of expired air resuscitation and cardio pulmonary resuscitation annually.
Location: Coburg
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APPLY BASIC FIRST AID (LEVEL 2) HLTFA1A
All Health Training
By the end of this module, participants will have the knowledge and skills required to identify hazards, risks and the need for services /medical assistance in the case of and emergency, and to be able to monitor and manage a variety of accidents and medical emergencies in accordance with effective First Aid principles, within a timely manner in accordance with the Australian resuscitation council’s Guidelines & Policy Statements.
Location: Coburg
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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY
All Health Training
STANDARD 4 Physical Environment and Safe systems (4.1 4.2 4.3) 4.4 Living environment 4.5 OH&S 4.6 Fire & other security emergencies Content 1. OHS information for co-workers in a team 2. Promote consultation and participation Hazard Identification form Risk assessment 3. Implement and monitor enterprise procedures for hazards and risk Fire evacuation Chemical hazard Stress EEO Sexual harassment 4. Maintain appropriate OH&S records Hazard Identification form Risk assessment Incident Report form
Location: Coburg
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CULTURAL SPECIFIC CARE
All Health Training
STANDARD 3 Residential lifestyle (3.1 3.2 3.3) 3.4 EMOTIONAL SUPPORT 3.5 INDEPENDENCE 3.8 CULTURAL AND SPIRITUAL LIFE Content 1. Support the older person to remain engaged with their social network and the wider community Undertake respite care Assist client to attend Day Centre Assist with hobbies Assist to engage in new activities 2. Support the older person to meet emotional, psychological needs Empathy Emotional support – specify Recognition of distress Referral as needed – specify 3. Recognize and accommodate the older person’s cultural and spiritual preferences Working with clients of varied cultural backgrounds Working with clients of varied spiritual needs
Location: Coburg
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Skin Care and Wound Management
All Health Training
STANDARD 2 Health & Personal Care (2.1, 2.2, 2.3) 2.9 SKIN CARE Content 1. Basic Anatomy of the skin 2. Common skin conditions 3. Skin assessment 4. Developing a care plan from the assessment process 5. Maintaining skin integrity Nutrition Mobility Pressure care Lotions Hygiene 6. Wound care Types of Dressings 7. Documenting and reporting problems & care delivered 8. Privacy & dignity issues surrounding skin care 9. Organisation’s policies & procedures
Location: Coburg
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ORAL AND DENTAL CARE
All Health Training
STANDARD 2 Health & Personal Care (2.1, 2.2, 2.3) 2.15 ORAL AND DENTAL CARE Content 1. Basic Anatomy & Physiology of the Oral Cavity 2. Oral Health and Older Adults 3. Disease processes of the oral cavity 4. Treatments available 5. Medications and Oral Side Effects 6. Teeth care 7. Denture Care 8. Preventing Periodontal Disease 9. Procedures for oral care 10. Aids available
Location: Coburg
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CONTINENCE MANAGEMENT
All Health Training
STANDARD 2 Health & Personal Care (2.1, 2.2, 2.3) 2.9 CONTINENCE MANAGEMENT Content 1. The definition of urinary & faecal incontinence 2. Types of urinary incontinence Stress Urge Overflow Functional Reflex Intractable 3. Nursing interventions of people with urinary incontinence 4. Factors Affecting Bowel elimination Privacy Habits Diet Fluids Activity Medications Disability Age 5. The use & care of catheters Procedure – indwelling /condom Empty catheter bag Nursing Measures to prevent cross infection Assistance with toileting Change of incontinence pad 6. Nursing Care of the stoma in bowel management Procedure Nursing Measures to prevent cross infection 7. Development of Urinary & Bowel Management 8. Development of the care plan 9. Documentation and reporting care
Location: Coburg
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NUTRITION & HYDRATION
All Health Training
STANDARD 2 Health & Personal Care (2.1, 2.2, 2.3) 2.10 NUTRITION & HYDRATION Content 1. What is the significance of nutrition and hydration of the bodies systems? 2. Nutritional requirements for the elderly 3. Medical conditions, which can impair normal nutrition and hydration 4. Factors contributing to nutritional problems PHYSIOLOGICAL: Breathlessness Poor vision and / or hearing Cognitive impairment Difficulties with chewing and / or swallowing Restricted mobility and dexterity Medications SOCIAL: Depression Bereavement 5. Fluid balance charts 6. Peg feeding Procedure Care of the site
Location: Coburg
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