Keeping up with Skills Centre!
All the latest industry news and Skills Centre articles
Skills Centre Australia News
Mandating Service Provider Registration for Disability and Aged Care in Australia: Navigating New Compliance Norms
As Australia moves towards mandatory registration for disability and aged care service providers, understanding the implications of this shift is crucial for organisations within the sector. This change of mandating service provider registration within the NDIS...
Breaking Down the Stigma: Living Life Fully with a Stoma Bag
In Australia, as in much of the world, living with a stoma bag is often shadowed by stigma and misconceptions. Yet, many individuals with stomas lead full, active lives, proving that a medical condition does not define one's capabilities or quality of life. ...
The Risks of Improper Medication Management at Home
The correct management of medication is paramount in healthcare, particularly within the comforts of one's home. Medication management, often overlooked, carries significant weight in ensuring the health and safety of individuals, especially those under the care of...
The Increasing Need for First Aid Training for all Australians
The importance of being prepared with first aid training for emergencies cannot be overstated in today's fast-paced world. This is particularly true in Australia, where the unique landscape and lifestyle pose specific challenges. Recent statistics highlight a...
A New Carer Learning Experience- KC Skills Centre
The KC Skills Centre was opened in February 2023 to train professional support workers and personal family carers in the caregiver industry to support a growing need in the health sector. My name is Hannah, and I am the Clinical Training Coordinator. I am also a...
Navigating Dementia Care: Insights and Support at Skills Centre
Today, we're exploring a topic that is close to many hearts and affects many Australian families: Dementia. Here at Skills Centre Australia, we offer a variety of professional and personal caregiver training, including an in-depth look into Dementia Care. This...
Autism Care – A Quick Guide to Autism
As a trainer at Skills Centre Australia, I am privileged to conduct Autism Care training. I want to provide a quick guide on Autism Care, including symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, causes, treatment, and support, to give a bit of an insight into the class I teach at...
Realistic Goals vs. New Year’s Resolutions: A Balanced Approach
The tradition of setting New Year’s resolutions often leads to grand but unrealistic ambitions. In contrast, focusing on realistic personal goals, particularly in education and personal development, can result in more meaningful and sustainable achievements. This is...
Top 5 Courses every Support Worker should take.
In the ever-evolving field of home support work, continuous learning is not just an option but a necessity. For those aiming to excel in a rewarding Support Worker career, Skills Centre Australia offers a comprehensive range of courses designed to enhance employment...