Whistleblowing in Aged Care: Speaking Up Safely

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Updated 08 Oct 2025 Certificate13 Ratings

Whether you work in residential or home care as a support worker, clinician, manager or member of the administrative team, you have the power to speak up and make a difference. This Ausmed Training Module provides an overview of the increased protections for whistleblowers under the new Aged Care Act, looking at key changes from the previous legislation, how to recognise misconduct, and different reporting pathways. You play a crucial role in ensuring that older people are treated with dignity and respect, and increasing transparency and accountability in the aged care sector.

Content

0 Video Units • 12 Questions
Pre-reflection
1 Question
Introduction
1m
Introduction to Whistleblowing
3 Questions
6m
Recognising Misconduct
4 Questions
2m
Responding to Incidents and Misconduct
3 Questions
4m
Conclusion
1m
Post-reflection
1 Question

What you'll learn:

1

Define whistleblowing and identify its role in ensuring safe and high-quality care.

2

Describe the new protections for whistleblowers under the Aged Care Act 2024.

3

Recognise examples of situations that may require whistleblowing.

4

Understand how to respond to incidents and escalate concerns correctly.

5

Understand how your role fits into maintaining a safe reporting culture.

Who it's for:

All staff members of Commonwealth-funded residential aged care facilities, home care providers, and flexible care providers delivered in a home or community setting.

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Last updated08 Oct 2025

Published08 Oct 2025

Due for review29 Sep 2027
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