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