Monitoring skin integrity and preventing pressure injuries are critical responsibilities in disability support. This module builds practical skills to identify risk factors, support repositioning, and maintain healthy skin.

Overview This module provides specialised skills training relevant to support workers delivering safe, ethical, and person-centred care, focusing on early identification and management of pressure care needs.

Course Content Topic 1: Understanding skin integrity and what causes pressure injuries Topic 2: Recognising early signs of skin breakdown Topic 3: Basic repositioning principles and supporting mobility Topic 4: Documenting concerns and knowing when to escalate

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 skin integrity and pressure care

• Recognise risk factors and early warning signs of pressure injuries

• Apply safe repositioning strategies to support healthy skin

• Strengthen confidence in monitoring, documenting, and escalating concerns