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Infection Control: An Introduction
March 16, 2018

Altura Learning is proud to present their course Infection Control: An Introduction, detailing the key principles of good infection prevention and control. This new ACC course teaches how infectious agents spread and identifies simple precautions for use in the home environment.

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Outstanding Learning: Engaging Hearts
March 15, 2018

ACC proudly present Outstanding Learning: Engaging Heart exploring the ACC library’s many features and how ACC supports a culture of learning, education and development.

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infection control training course for aged care staff
Infection Control: An Overview
March 14, 2018

Altura Learning is proud to present their course Infection Control: An Overview which explores how infectious agents spread and identifies simple precautions which you can use to control, prevent and reduce the risk of infection.

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Anamnesis: Remembering Home – Part 2 blog by Gary Campbell
March 2, 2018

Within this blog, I hope to stimulate our thoughts and, in turn, our actions with regards to the ways we may best be able to support residents living with dementia who are living within environments which we contribute to on a daily basis every time we go to work.

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bullying and harassment training course
Bullying and Harassment in the Workplace
February 28, 2018

Altura Learning is proud to present their new course Bullying and Harassment in the Workplace. This course identifies what constitutes bullying and harassment in the workplace, how you can play a role in preventing these behaviours and explores how you should respond.

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Anamnesis: Remembering Home – Part 1 blog by Gary Campbell
February 27, 2018

Within this blog, I hope to stimulate our thoughts and, in turn, our actions with regards to the ways we may best be able to support residents living with dementia who are living within environments which we contribute to on a daily basis every time we go to work.

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five best social activities training course for seniors
Five of the Best Social Activities for Seniors
October 12, 2017

Although you may not enjoy getting older, there are several perks. Now that your children are grown, and you’re no longer working, you finally have more time to do the things you’ve always wanted to do. For example, you could explore new hobbies. Unfortunately, some senior citizens do their hobbies, alone, failing to interact with others. As a result, they suffer from isolation, which can also affect both their physical health and mental well-being. Here are Five of the Best Social Activities for Seniors.

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10 ways care organisations can improve customer service
10 Ways Care Organisations Can Improve Customer Service
September 21, 2017

When running a successful care organisation, your care staff are constantly dealing directly with people in their most personal and often private moments. From companionship to personal care, it’s important to always show compassion and empathy to those you are caring for and adapt quickly to their needs. Here are 10 Ways to Improve Customer Service at Your Care Organisation.

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privacy and confidentiality training course
Privacy and Confidentiality
July 28, 2017

Via ACC on demand, explain legislative requirements and the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality as well as principles around information sharing.

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power of listening training course
The Power of Active Listening: How to show Empathy and Understanding
July 25, 2017

Communication is never easy. Taking a thought from your mind, translating it into words, and then having those words heard, and properly interpreted into meaning by another person is going to be difficult under the best of circumstances. One way to make the process easier, though, is for the listener to be active. Active listening is about more than hearing the words someone is speaking; it’s about being really and truly involved in the conversation.

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importance of maintaining a healthy weight in older age
The Importance of Maintaining a Healthy Weight in Older Age
July 4, 2017

No matter your age, maintaining a healthy weight must always be of the utmost importance when considering your overall health and progress. While the process of aging may lead to some fluctuations in weight, having an overall healthy body weight ensures that you are leading a better lifestyle.

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Manual Handling: Use of Equipment to Assist Clients
June 27, 2017

Available now at Altura Learning and streaming. Develop the skills to use manual handling equipment safely and effectively to move people in a home care setting.

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