Subcutaneous Injections for NDIS Support Workers

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29m
Updated 21 Oct 2025 Certificate
High intensity daily personal activities are specialised supports under the NDIS Practice Standards that involve high-risk tasks requiring advanced skills, knowledge and training. This Ausmed Training Module discusses the core skills and knowledge needed to administer subcutaneous injections, including how to choose an appropriate injection site, safely handle sharps, and recognise potential issues and complications. Learn how to provide high-quality, safe care to people living with disability who require this type of support.

Content

4 Video Units • 10 Questions
Pre-reflection
1 Question
Introduction
3m
Preparing for Safe Subcutaneous Injection
4 Questions
11m
Administering Subcutaneous Injections and Monitoring Participant Response
4 Questions
8m
Conclusion
1m
Post-reflection
1 Question

What you'll learn:

1

Understand the importance of subcutaneous injections and recognise when they may be required.

2

Identify key knowledge required to support NDIS participants receiving subcutaneous injections as a High Intensity Daily Personal Activity.

3

Recognise key procedures for safely administering subcutaneous injections and responding to potential issues.

Who it's for:

NDIS support workers who:

  • Are employed by an NDIS provider that is accredited to deliver this specific High Intensity Daily Personal Activity under the NDIS Practice Standards, and
  • Have received appropriate training and have been assessed as competent by their organisation to provide this type of support.

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Last updated21 Oct 2025

Published21 Oct 2025

Due for review28 Oct 2027
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