Supporting People to Communicate

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Updated Jan 14, 2025
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A quick and informative introduction to improving communication and wellbeing for people with a disability.

Why take this course?

Effective communication is at the heart of person-centred practice. But the way we communicate and express ourselves can look different for everyone – especially for people with a disability. So how can you, the Support Worker or frontline worker, support communication?


This 20 minute eLearning module introduces a range of strategies and communication aids for Support Workers to use when supporting people to communicate, leading to improved safety, health and wellbeing outcomes.


What you’ll gain

We’ll explore:

  • How supporting communication is related to person-centred practice

  • Why a person may have a Communication Support Plan

  • Strategies that can be used to communicate with someone with communication difficulties

  • Strategies to assist a person to communicate with others in the community

  • Common communication equipment or tools that you may come across while working in the disability sector

  • Your role in supporting communication so that participants can provide feedback and make complaints

  • Where to go for more information on supporting communication


Who’s it for?

  • Support Workers

  • Frontline roles

  • Anyone who communicates directly with people with disabilities


What’s included?

  • 20 minute eLearning module

  • Certificate of completion

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