Complex Wound Care Support Training

This wound care microcredential aims to provide support workers with the essential skills and knowledge regarding different types of wounds. This information will assist support workers to recognise wounds which require review and be able to identify and report common wound complications. The trainer will discuss how to recognise those at risk of developing a pressure injury and implement appropriate prevention and/or management strategies. Students will learn about the risk factors associated with pressure injury development, the classification stages of pressure injuries, common strategies to prevent pressure injury development and how to manage pressure injuries. This complex care training is competency based. To receive a Statement of Competence, participants must satisfactorily complete an assessment of knowledge and skills. This course is consistent with the NDIS High Intensity Support Skills Descriptor for Complex Wound Care Support.

Basic knowledge of the structure and function of the skin 
Recognise the strategies to help minimise pressure injuries occurring 
Outline the risk factors for developing a pressure injury 
Explain the difference between simple, acute, complex and chronic wounds 
List some of the causes of impaired wound healing 
Demonstrate in a simulated environment the correct aseptic technique for a wound dressing

Live online or face-to-face training from 1 hour duration

Statement of Competence

We select our Premium Health trainers and assessors carefully. All are nurses with appropriate qualifications, technical expertise and experience in the health care, emergency first aid and education sectors. This enables them to provide you with quality training which is grounded in direct experience and knowledge of the field. Premium Health offers both face-to-face delivery and online live training and assessment. Courses are available onsite at your venue, online Australia wide or at our public course venue.