This module introduces Support Workers to some of the fundamentals of the NDIS, including the human rights framework and important concepts such as ‘person centred care’, ‘dignity of risk’ and ‘informed consent’.
It provides strategies to support decision making, as well as how the NDIS Code of Conduct applies to choice and control.
Learning Outcomes
Know the underpinning legal and human rights and how to put them into everyday practice
Know how to support people in a person-centred way
Know how to support people in a way that enhances and embraces the individual’s values and beliefs
Respecting dignity of risk
Know who can and how to support decision-making
Know your role in supporting people to make complaints List some strategies to increase choice and control