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Events for Clinicians
As industry leaders, we unicare about enabling you to excel in evidence-based assistive technology prescription. Our training events are specifically tailored for occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals, providing you with the latest knowledge and skills in the field. Join us to discover new insights, enhance your expertise in areas such as pressure care, manual handling, seating and falls prevention, and earn valuable CPD points along the way!
This session explores how reactive support surfaces redistribute pressure and support individuals at risk of pressure injury. Participants will develop practical knowledge to support clinical decision-making and improve user comfort in a variety of care settings.
Ceiling hoists play a critical role in promoting safety, independence, dignity, and sustainable care within SDA housing. This session explores the clinical reasoning behind ceiling hoist prescription, including track configurations, transfer goals, environmental considerations, and participant outcomes. Through practical SDA-focused scenarios, participants will strengthen their confidence in prescribing ceiling hoist systems that support both participant function and caregiver safety.
Prescribing a shower commode requires a considered journey of clinical assessment, reasoning, problem-solving, evaluation and education. With a focus on real-world application, you will explore how to translate client needs into effective, individualised solutions that support safe and meaningful use.
For individuals at higher risk of pressure injury, dynamic pressure care mattresses play a critical role in pressure redistribution and tissue protection. This session focuses on the clinical application of dynamic mattress systems, including different treatment modes, to support effective pressure injury prevention and management. Participants will gain practical insights to guide evidence-based mattress prescription in complex clinical scenarios.
We unicare about enabling you to excel in evidence-based assistive technology prescription
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FAQs
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At Unicare, we believe in the power of quality education to develop a stronger and more effective healthcare system. That's why we're proud to offer free clinical education and training opportunities for occupational therapists and other healthcare professionals. We understand that accessing quality education can be a barrier for many, and we want to remove that barrier by providing free instruction on the latest best practices, techniques, and technologies.
So, whether you're just starting your professional journey or you're a seasoned healthcare professional seeking new opportunities for growth and development, we encourage you to take advantage of our free clinical education and training resources. Our goal is to create an empowered and capable workforce that can provide quality healthcare and support for the people that need it most.
Absolutely! We're here to assist allied health teams in becoming proficient prescribers of assistive technology. Just let us know your needs, and we'll tailor a free clinical education session to your team. We cover essential areas such as:
- Pressure Injury Prevention and Management
- Person-centred Moving and Handling Equipment
- Scripting Mobile Shower Commodes
- Scripting Wheelchairs and Seating Systems
- Prescribing Electric Profiling Beds and Pressure Mattresses
Yes! At Unicare Health, we're dedicated to empowering the next generation of occupational therapists with up-to-date equipment experience. Take a look at our Events for Students to find tailored opportunities for student OTs.
Each session is tailored to specific audiences, including occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals working in residential aged care or community settings. To find out if a session is suitable for you, simply refer to the ‘Who Should Attend’ heading on the event page.
Our training sessions are guided by clinical experts with years of experience in their fields, and we focus on the equipment you’ll be using throughout your career. By thoroughly exploring assistive technology like ceiling hoists, wheelchairs, beds, mattresses, seating, and shower commodes, we’ll help you become more confident in prescribing and handling equipment to enhance your clients’ health and safety. Since we believe the best way to learn is by experience, our training sessions give you an in-depth chance to get familiar with the technology that’s available to you.
Definitely! You can claim any of our training sessions as continuing professional development (CPD) hours.