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This Train the Trainer workshop equips aged care organisations with the knowledge, confidence, and practical resources to support frontline staff to recognise, respond to, and prevent abuse of older people in line with current aged care reforms.
The workshop also includes up-to-date information on the new Aged Care Act, the Statement of Rights, the Code of Conduct, and the Aged Care Quality Standards, supporting providers to meet their regulatory, governance, and workforce obligations.
Participants will be supported to embed learning across their organisation, strengthening a culture of safety, dignity, and accountability.
What participants receive
Designated staff trainers will be provided with an Abuse Prevention Kit (online resources), containing all materials required to deliver training sessions to frontline staff and volunteers, including:
Presentation materials
Case studies and learning activities
Videos and discussion prompts
Practical tools aligned with adult learning principles
Key topics covered
Understanding and defining abuse of older people
Current prevalence and emerging risks
Types of abuse and early warning indicators
Barriers to recognising and reporting abuse
Organisational responsibilities and appropriate responses
Confidentiality and privacy considerations
Relevant legislation, including Power of Attorney and legal safeguards
Overview of the new Aged Care Act, the Statement of Rights, Code of Conduct, and Aged Care Quality Standards
Available supports, services, and referral pathways
Interactive learning approaches and real-world case studies