Lesson series
Being a Support Worker
This course explores the foundations of safe, respectful, person-centred support in Aotearoa. It covers the Support Worker role, communication, boundaries, teamwork, noticing change, responding to concerns, and working in ways that uphold dignity, rights, safety, and hauora. Designed for people working in a range of support roles, this course helps build confidence, clarity, and good practice for day-to-day care.
Format
Online
Course
Format
Text/Read
Duration
35 minutes
Price
$ 12.50
Lesson series
Why this course is important?
This course supports safe, respectful, and consistent care practice.
Support work involves real responsibility. The way care is provided can impact a person’s dignity, safety, wellbeing, and sense of control in their own life. Clear understanding of your role, boundaries, and responsibilities helps reduce harm, build trust, and support better outcomes for the people you work with.
This learning strengthens the foundations needed to work confidently within your role, respond appropriately in everyday situations, and contribute to care that is ethical, person-centred, and aligned with expected standards in Aotearoa.
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