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Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies

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This course provides a critical, life-saving framework for support workers to identify, prevent, and manage asthma-related incidents. It focuses on the customization of environmental controls and emergency response strategies to align with individual Asthma Action Plans, ensuring support is delivered safely and in full compliance with NDIS health and safety standards.

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Approx. 1.5–2 hours total
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100% online (mobile + desktop)
Instant digital certificate on completion
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Course Overview

This course provides a critical, life-saving framework for support workers to identify, prevent, and manage asthma-related incidents. It focuses on the customization of environmental controls and emergency response strategies to align with individual Asthma Action Plans, ensuring support is delivered safely and in full compliance with NDIS health and safety standards.

Participants will learn to act decisively during an asthma flare-up, mastering the use of relievers and spacers while maintaining the calm, professional presence necessary to support a participant in respiratory distress.

What You’ll Learn

  • Identify the physiological triggers and symptoms of asthma in a disability support context.

  • Interpret and implement individualized Asthma Action Plans and medical instructions.

  • Execute the “4x4x4” emergency asthma first aid protocol confidently.

  • Master the correct technique for using puffers (MDIs), spacers, and other delivery devices.

  • Implement environmental risk assessments to identify and mitigate common asthma triggers (e.g., dust, pollen, strong scents).

  • Recognize the signs of a life-threatening asthma emergency and follow clear escalation protocols.

  • Maintain accurate documentation of asthma activity and medication use for NDIS and clinical review.

Designed For

  • Disability support workers and community practitioners.

  • NDIS providers and school-based health assistants.

  • Team leaders and supervisors responsible for emergency readiness.

  • Residential care staff and youth workers.

  • Family members and primary carers supporting participants with chronic asthma.

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