Almost 1 in every 45 Australian’s are reported to have an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) that impacts on their activities of daily living. It is thought many individuals live with an undiagnosed brain injury as a secondary comorbidity and can often be referred to as an invisible disability.

This course is designed to provide basic information on brain functions, acquired brain injuries, traumatic brain injuries and learn skills on how to manage any issues in a community services setting.

Goals

The goal of this course is to learn about brain injuries and its impact on individuals, families, and Australian society. It aims to equip support workers with the knowledge and tools to best support individuals living with brain injuries.

Learning Outcomes

• Knowledge of brain injuries

• Understand the prevalence of TBI & ABI in Australian society

• Understand the different parts and functions of the brain

• Recognise the impacts of brain injuries

• Understand how to best assist someone with a brain injury

• Understand how to analyse complex behaviours

• Equipped with strategies to use in a community services environment

• Demonstrates ability to problem solve issues arising from brain injuries