Course description
This program is for staff who support students who have meal support plans. The course is a face-to-face workshop and includes practical components.
Staff will learn about the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) classification system. Staff will learn how to prevent and manage choking incidents.
Course outcomes
Staff will learn about the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) classification system. Staff will learn how to ensure that a student’s food and drink complies with their Meal Support Plan. Staff will learn how to identify when to seek Speech Pathology assistance. Staff will learn how to prevent/manage choking incidents.
Australian Professional Standards
- Standard 1 – Know students and how they learn
- Standard 4 – Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments
- Standard 6 – Engage in professional learning
Principal Capability Framework
Cognitive
- C2 – Identifies and solves complex problems and thinks innovatively
Social
- S3 – Shapes an inclusive culture that fosters mutual respect, agency and accountability
- S4 – Creates a safe and secure environment for students and staff
Personal
- P6 – Is committed to an ethic of care
Child and Family Learning Centre Leader Capability Framework
Knowledge and Expertise
- A – Holistic child-centred approach
- B – Learning culture