High Intensity Support Skills Descriptors
Dysphagia Support Training
Our Dysphagia Support Training equips healthcare professionals with the essential skills to manage and assist individuals with swallowing difficulties. This specialised training covers techniques for safe food and liquid administration, recognising signs of dysphagia and implementing effective care plans. Enhance your ability to provide high-quality, personalised support to those with swallowing disorders and ensure their safety & wellbeing.
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Discover Our Dysphagia Support Training Program
People with dysphagia need specialised care to ensure their safety and wellbeing. Our Dysphagia Support Training teaches you to assess, manage & support individuals with swallowing difficulties, enabling you to implement strategies to prevent aspiration and ensure adequate nutrition and hydration.
Through this tailored skill set, you’ll master the complexities of safe ingestion of food, beverages, and medicines, and gain a thorough understanding of texture-modified diets and consistency-modified fluids. The course also covers first aid for choking. Aligned with the NDIS High Intensity Support Skills Descriptor for Dysphagia Support, you’ll earn a Statement of Competence, marking your readiness to deliver effective dysphagia support for NDIS participants and patients.
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Gain essential skills and confidence to provide top-quality dysphagia support to your patients. Enrol now to enhance your expertise and deliver safe, effective care!
Dysphagia Support Training Course Overview
Our specialised dysphagia training for carers, NDIS support workers & health professionals equips you to assess, manage and support patients with swallowing difficulties, preventing aspiration and ensuring proper nutrition and hydration.
You’ll learn safe ingestion techniques, texture-modified diets and consistency-modified fluids. The training also helps you deliver effective, client-centric care for dysphagia support, adhering to regulatory and industry standards.
NDIS Support Skills Descriptor for Dysphagia Support
This course meets the NDIS High Intensity Support Skills Descriptors and Practice Standards, covering the following topics:
- Develop skills to assess, manage & support patients with swallowing challenges
- Implement strategies to prevent aspiration and ensure adequate nutrition and hydration
- Master the complexities of safe ingestion of food, beverages & medicines
- Gain a detailed understanding of texture-modified diets & consistency-modified fluids
- Provide safe & effective care for people requiring dysphagia support
- Meet regulatory requirements for providing NDIS dysphagia support plans
- Learn essential choking first aid techniques, equipping you to respond confidently to airway blockages & support safe swallowing care for patients with dysphagia
Why Enrol In Dysphagia Training?
In Australia, the need for high-quality dysphagia care is critical, with NDIS Practice Standards setting strict benchmarks. Support workers must understand the specific needs in dysphagia support plans, including textured food, mealtime assistance techniques & how to manage risks and emergencies. They must also have access to policies, supervision, equipment and consumables for severe dysphagia management.
Our comprehensive Dysphagia Training equips you with the skills to manage high-intensity daily personal activities (HIDPA) while ensuring NDIS compliance. Gain the expertise to provide safe, effective & compassionate support, significantly improving the lives of those you care for.
What Is Dysphagia?
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Discover Our NDIS High Intensity Support Courses
Our NDIS High Intensity Support Skills training courses are tailored for professionals supporting individuals under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). These programs focus on essential High Intensity Support Skills Descriptors, equipping support workers to confidently provide care for NDIS participants and patients:
Introduction to Dysphagia
- Definition and types of dysphagia
- Causes and impacts of swallowing difficulties
- Normal swallowing anatomy and physiology
Recognising Dysphagia
- Indicators and symptoms of dysphagia
- Risks associated with swallowing difficulties (e.g. aspiration or choking)
Mealtime Management
- Understanding and implementing mealtime management plans
- Social and emotional importance of mealtimes
- Creating suitable environments for safe eating and drinking
Food and Fluid Modification
- International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) guidelines
- Modifying food and drink consistencies
- Hands-on practice in food and drink modification
Feeding Techniques and Positioning
- Safe feeding techniques for individuals with dysphagia
- Proper positioning for safe swallowing
Equipment and Aids
- Use and maintenance of specialised eating and drinking equipment
- Modified mealtime equipment
Monitoring and Reporting
- Observing and documenting eating and drinking behaviours
- Recognising changes in swallowing ability
- Liaising with health practitioners (e.g., speech pathologists)
Risk Management and Emergency Procedures
- Identifying and mitigating risks associated with dysphagia
- Choking prevention and emergency response procedures
Person-Centred Care
- Respecting individual preferences and dignity
- Encouraging independence in eating and drinking where possible
- Effective communication with participants
Practical Assessment
- Hands-on activities to demonstrate competency in food modification
- Application of knowledge to real-world scenarios
Dysphagia Support Course Learning Topics
Course Delivery & Structure
Dysphagia Support Training
Our Dysphagia Support Training course blends theoretical learning with practical workshops, making sure that you can implement the acquired knowledge and techniques effectively.
This approach ensures adherence to the highest standards of care and safety as required by the NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators, while providing valuable hands-on experience in a supportive setting.
The course includes:
Learning Modules
Access learning resources relating to dysphagia support, including the implementation of a texture-modified diet & consistency-adjusted fluids on our student portal. These resources provide the theoretical foundation for providing high intensity support and client care within the NDIS and care industry and include sample copies of operational policies and procedures.
Practical Workshops
Take part in hands-on workshops conducted by qualified trainers. These sessions allow you to practice and improve your skills in a controlled setting, benefiting from expert feedback and guidance.
Assessments
Complete practical observation evaluations to show your proficiency in providing dysphagia support & meet the requirements of the course.
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Who Should Enrol In Our Dysphagia Support Training?
Caregivers & Support Workers
Healthcare Professionals
NDIS Providers
Family Members & Carers
How To Enrol In Our Dysphagia Care Training
Registering for the NDIS Dysphagia Support Training program is easy. For corporate or group bookings, simply complete the online enquiry form, and our team will contact you to tailor the training to your needs. For public courses, use the calendar above to enrol directly or reach out for more information.
Our Dysphagia Support Training is designed for NDIS providers, support workers, carers & nurses to gain essential skills in managing swallowing difficulties and ensuring safe nutrition and hydration for individuals with complex care needs. Enrol in First Aid Pro’s tailored Dysphagia Support NDIS Training to enhance your skills, improve client outcomes & advance your career!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are NDIS High Intensity Support Skills courses?
Who should complete a High Intensity Support Skills course?
- Disability support workers
- Aged care staff
- Nurses and allied health assistants
- NDIS providers looking to upskill their teams
- Support workers assisting participants with complex medical needs
What delivery options are available for NDIS training?
- Public courses at our training venues
- Live online training via Zoom
- Private group sessions at selected First Aid Pro venues
- Onsite workplace training for organisations and support provider teams
How long does each course take?
Will I receive a certificate on completion?
Yes! Participants receive a Certificate of Completion for each High Intensity Support Skills module successfully completed. These certificates can be used as evidence of competency and professional development for employers and NDIS providers.
Please Note: Same day issuing of certificates are subject to course completion by 3pm and verification of all required documentation & USI. Same day certificates cannot be provided for courses held in the evening, weekends or classes that finish outside our South Australian head office processing hours between 9 am and 4 pm (Central Australian Time). In these instances, certificates will be issued by email on the next available business day.
Is there an assessment?
Yes. Each course includes:
- Knowledge checks
- Scenario-based learning
- Practical demonstrations (where required)
Can organisations book private or onsite sessions?
- As private group sessions at our venues (subject to availability)
- Online via Zoom for remote or multi-site teams
- Onsite at your workplace, delivered directly to your staff
What do I need to participate in an online NDIS course?
- A computer, tablet, or smartphone
- Stable internet connection
- A working camera and microphone
- A quiet space to engage in the training
