Workers Orientation Module
As part of in the induction process, NDIS requires that all new inductions have completed the Workers Orientation Module 'Quality, Safety and you'.
To access the module, click on the link above then click the module 'NDIS Worker Orientation Module'.
You will have to log in or create a new account if you don't have one yet.
The module can take up to about 90 minutes to complete. You may leave this form open and complete the module on another tab.
Once completed, you will be required to upload your certificate of completion below.
If you have already completed this module in the past, you don't need to do it again, you can simply upload your certificate of completion.
New Worker NDIS Induction Module
This ‘New Worker - NDIS Induction’ course has been developed to support NDIS Providers to induct new staff during the COVID-19 pandemic who may not be familiar with working in the disability sector.
It is made up of eight online modules that give new workers specific information they need to start working in the disability sector. These are:
1. Disability awareness
2. Privacy and confidentiality
3. Safe workplace
4. NDIS Code of Conduct and Dignity of risk
5. Incident management
6. Know the person
7. Risk identification and management
8. Managing challenging situations
The learning modules form part of a suite of learning products that new disability workers may complete as part of their induction. This training does not replace the specific training employers provide to new workers to perform their duties, and training on your organisation’s specific policies and procedures.
You can access the module here (New Worker NDIS Induction Module).
Supporting Effective Communication
How can you, as an NDIS worker, best support effective communication?
This e-learning module demonstrates – from the perspective of NDIS participants – what effective communication looks like, and how it supports choice and control.
The module is made up of three topics that provides you with information, scenarios, tips, and practical actions that can be taken to reduce risks associated with the communication support needs of people with disability.
The module looks at:
- What effective communication looks like and how it supports choice and control.
- The different ways in which we communicate.
- Times when effective communication is very important.
- How workers can support effective communication with people with disability.
A downloadable ‘Supporting Effective Communication Checklist’ and useful links are available at the end of the module.
This module takes approximately 60-90 minutes to complete. Once you start the course you can save, exit and return at any time. Once completed, you will receive a Certificate of Completion.
This module is also available as audio described and in Auslan.
Before starting ‘Supporting Effective Communication’, you should complete the 'Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You’ module.
You can access the module here (Supporting Effective Communication).
Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals
How can you, as an NDIS worker, best support people to have safe and enjoyable mealtimes?
This module is an introduction to mealtime support.
It looks at:
- Mealtime assistance and the Mealtime Plan
- Identifying, preventing, and responding to swallowing difficulties
- Planning food and food texture modifications
- Mealtime positioning and assistive technology
You will hear directly from people with disability and be given information, tips and practical actions that can be taken to:
- reduce the health and safety risks associated with mealtimes
- provide a safe and enjoyable environment for people with disability
The module includes a downloadable ‘Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals Checklist’ and links to useful resources and further training.
This module takes approximately 90 minutes to complete. Once you start the course you can save, exit and return at any time. Once completed, you will receive a Certificate of Completion.
You can access the module here (Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals).
Fire Safety Certificate for Health Care Workers - any fire training completed with the basic prevention, detection and escape plan.