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Overview
About This Course
Complex Wound Care Support is a one day refresher for support workers and carers who assist NDIS participants living with chronic or complex wounds. The course covers wound types, healing stages, and the role of the support worker in maintaining hygiene, comfort, and consistent observation between clinical visits.
You will revisit aseptic technique, dressing changes, and pressure injury prevention when delegated by a registered nurse or wound clinician. Trainers guide you through wound observation, photography on a provider device, and the documentation that helps clinical teams track healing. By the end of the day you will feel prepared to deliver respectful, hygienic wound support that reduces risk and keeps the participant comfortable in everyday life.
Learning Outcomes
What You'll Learn
Identify common wound types and the stages of typical healing
Apply aseptic technique and infection control to delegated dressing changes
Carry out simple dressing changes safely and with respect for dignity
Recognise signs of infection, deterioration, and pressure injury early
Support pressure care, repositioning, and skin protection routines
Document wound observations and provider photography in line with policy
Course Structure
Modules & Units
01 Wound Care Foundations
A refresher on skin, wound types, and the role of the support worker between scheduled clinical visits.
02 Aseptic Technique and Equipment
Hand hygiene, gloves, single use packs, and dressing equipment used in NDIS settings every day.
03 Delegated Dressing Practice
Step by step practice on a clinical mannequin covering simple dressings, observation, and clean removal.
04 Pressure Injury Prevention
Repositioning, skin checks, and small daily choices that protect participants at high risk.
05 Documentation and Photography
Provider approved photography, wound charts, and clear handover to the visiting clinical team.
Career Outcomes
Where This Course Can Take You
Disability Support Worker
Provide skilled support to NDIS participants in their homes and the community with confidence in this clinical task.
Community Care Worker
Deliver consistent, high quality care across a roster of participants while meeting provider quality requirements.
In Home Carer
Support participants to remain safely at home through accurate procedures, observation, and timely reporting.
Allied Health Assistant
Assist nurses and allied health teams by carrying out delegated tasks safely under their direct supervision.
Assessments
How You'll Be Assessed
Assessment is competency based and runs throughout the day. You will complete short written checks on wound healing and infection control, then demonstrate a delegated dressing change and a pressure care plan on a clinical mannequin. A final case study confirms your ability to record observations and escalate concerns clearly.
Requirements
Entry Requirements
- You must be at least 18 years of age and currently working or volunteering in disability or community support
- Basic written and spoken English so you can read care plans and complete documentation
- A current police check or willingness to obtain one before working with NDIS participants
- A genuine commitment to person centred, respectful, and safe support practice
What to Bring
Come Prepared
- Photo identification for sign in on the day
- A notebook and pen for activities and reflective notes
- Comfortable clothing suitable for practical exercises
- A reusable water bottle and any personal medication you may need
Certification
Statement of Attendance
On successful completion you receive a So Rig Institute Statement of Attendance confirming your refresher in this skill area. The statement lists the topics covered, the date attended, and the trainer who delivered the session, and is suitable for inclusion in your professional development file.
We recommend a refresher every twelve months, in line with NDIS practice standards and most provider policies, so your skills, documentation, and incident reporting stay current.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this refresher for?
Support workers and carers who assist NDIS participants with delegated wound care and pressure injury prevention.
Will I learn to assess complex wounds?
No. Complex wound assessments are completed by registered nurses or wound clinicians. You support and observe under delegation.
Do I practise on a real wound?
No. All practical drills are completed on clinical mannequins and dressing models for safety and dignity.
Can I photograph wounds on my phone?
Photography should follow provider policy. You will review consent, device choice, and storage on the day.
How often should I refresh wound care?
Most providers ask for a refresher every twelve months or sooner if the participant's wound plan changes.
