Bowel care

This course is for Cerebral Palsy Alliance employees

Who is this course for?

This is mandatory training for the Disability Support workforce.
For more detail see your Learning Journey.
If this course is relevant to your role, but not mandatory, please discuss with and get approval from your manager.

What content does the course cover?

In this training session you will learn how to assist clients with Complex Bowel Care Management Plans.
This includes:

Understanding how the digestive system works
The connection between nutrition, bowel health and general health
Ways to promote good bowel health for clients
Recognising bowel health problems for clients
Managing bowel health problems for clients
Safely assisting clients with their prescribed per rectal medications.

Does the course have prerequisites or specific requirements?

The following must be completed before attending:

Assist with medication - online
Infection prevention and control - online
Disability support practice workshop.

What other details do I need to know?

Attendance type: In person (face to face)
Duration: Half day
Times: Please select a course date below or if there are no dates, please click Enquire
Refreshments: Please bring your own lunch (as required)
If you need to cancel: Cancellation guidelines