Course Overview

Entering aged care as an older person can be a difficult adjustment. Being able to reassure both them and their families that they will be well-cared for is essential. The Australian Aged Care Quality Standards can guide healthcare workers and providers to ensure they are providing high-quality, safe care. This updated Ausmed Training Module now includes information about the new Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards, coming into effect 1 July 2024. Stay ahead and learn how you can meet these standards effectively before the deadline. Learn more here!

Topics

• What are the Aged Care Quality Standards, and why are they important?
• Standard 1: The Person
• Standard 2: The Organisation
• Standard 3: The Care and Services
• Standard 4: The Environment
• Standard 5: Clinical care
• Standard 6: Food and Nutrition
• Standard 7: The Residential Community

Learning Outcomes

• Recognise the importance of the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Identify the seven Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Understand how the Aged Care Quality Standards can be applied in practice.

Target Audience

All aged care providers, healthcare professionals and staff who work with older people.

Disclosure

No conflict of interest exists for anyone in the position to control content for this activity. Wherever possible, generic or non-proprietary names of medications or products have been used.

Educator

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