Encouraging independence is a core goal in disability services. This module builds skills to support clients to do more for themselves, fostering confidence, choice, and participation in everyday life.

Overview This module provides specialised skills training relevant to support workers delivering safe, ethical, and person-centred care, focusing on practical strategies to promote client independence.

Course Content Topic 1: Understanding independence vs. support — finding the right balance Topic 2: Breaking down tasks and using prompting to build skills Topic 3: Encouraging decision-making and respecting client choices Topic 4: Documenting progress and adjusting support as abilities change

Delivery Mode: On demand, fully online Duration: Approximately 1 hour (self-paced) Target Audience: Support workers, AHAs, carers, educators, and others in disability support

Course Objectives

• Develop a practical understanding of how to foster client independence

• Recognise ways to adjust support to match each person’s abilities

• Apply strategies like graded prompting and task breakdowns

• Strengthen confidence in encouraging participation and choice