Manual Handling for Disability Support Workers
- Disability Support
Created in partnership with:
National Disability Services (NDS)
Duration
3 hours
Pricing from
$82.50

Course Overview
Exploring manual handling techniques to support people with disability, this course helps support workers understand hazardous manual tasks and how to manage the associated risks. With interactive activities and a video library of 33 videos, this course will equip support workers with the knowledge and skills to assist clients.
Developed as part of an NDS Member collaboration, learners will have access to detailed instructional videos to expand their capabilities. Topics covered include risk management, dressing, showering/bathing, positioning, assisting, loading and unloading a wheelchair, and more.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand what manual handling involves
- Practice safe manual handling techniques
- Conduct your work safely
Business Licence Inclusions
A business licence allows admins to have more functionality, including:
- Bulk enrolment of staff
- Progress reporting on completion rates and more
- Access to the Skills Passport