This programme is ending in 2010. If you have students working on this programme please encourage them to complete it as soon as possible.
This 12-module programme was developed to provide on-site education for care staff in residential care facilities. For each topic there is a video, manual and full set of assessment materials. The topics covered are:
Residential Care Facilities: An Introduction
The Ageing Process
Physical Care of Residents: Part One
Physical Care of Residents: Part Two
Infection Control
Fire Safety, Civil Defence and Crime Prevention
Lifting and Physical Safety
Continence Promotion and Management
Communication Skills
Nutrition & Hydration
Basic First Aid
Medication
Supplement
This comprises additional assessment so that the ACE Core Programme fully meets the assessment requirements of unit standards:
5012 - Lift and position people safely
5015 - Support an older person to enjoy life in residential care
5016 - Provide a safe environment for an older person in residential care
5019 - Assist an older person to meet their physical needs
5020 - Suppport an older person to maintain their rights and responsibilities
These unit standards can be cross-credited to the National Certificate in Support of the Older Person and the National Certificate in Diversional Therapy.
"The skill level and level of confidence and competence displayed by this group as they have worked through the topics has continued to grow, with huge benefits to the people they support. It has been worth the effort."
