One on One Complex Decongestive Therapy Training Online Course
This course is ideal for those not comfortable with group training online or for whom the set dates of group courses are not suitable.
The course is delivered live online over Zoom and you have access to our online resources and videos for 12 months. It is run over three consecutive days, with dates chosen by you (subject to availability).
This course qualifies you to treat clients with all grades of Lymphoedema and Lipoedema.
So many people in the communities are suffering from this crippling condition, your professionalism, education and training in this field will be so welcomed.
RECOGNITION:
- Attendence certificate received for 3 days Zoom training for 21 hours
- On completion of online study, theory, practical and case study, submission of your work, and after satisfactory assessment you will be accredited as a lymphoedema practitioner by Lymphoedema Academy of Australia
PRE-REQUISITES:
- Certificate in Anatomy & Physiology or similar
- Public & Professional indemnity insurance (required before starting any treatment on patients/clients)
- Current First Aid certificate preferred
- Students must be able to READ,WRITE,SPEAK and UNDERSTAND English fluently. (Translators are not permitted with the L.A.A. courses)
STUDY PROGRAM: Approx 100 hours
- LIVE ONLINE TRAINING MEETING OVER 3 DAYS
- Prior learning and online study
- Anatomy of the circulatory and lymphatic system
- Physiology of the lymphatic system
- Stages of lymphoedema
- Lipoedema, Dercum's and Madelungs disease causing lymphoedema
- Palliative care
- Fibrosis, cellulitis and Papilloma's
- Radiation, Chemotherapy and Lymphoedema
- Nutrition and lymphoedema
- Compmlex Decongestive Treatment for lymphoedema (MLDT. skin care, compression,exercise)
- Basic and advanced bandaging for all grades of lymphoedema.
- Compression pumps, leg and arm sleeves demonstrated by Keystone Health
- Medical compression stockings and wraps
ASSESSMENT:
- Attendance to Live Online meetings
- Theory exam assessed by educator via Zoom meeting
- Practical assessment demonstrating the technique of measuring, drainage & bandaging as per the requirements of the Lymphoedema Academy of Australia.
- Assignments to be completed and submitted to educator by email
- Students have 6 months to complete the course
Cost of Course:
- AUD$2,000
Payment options are:
- Direct Debit
A $1,000 deposit is required on confirmation of your registration.
Balance is to be paid no later than 4 weeks prior to commencement of course to ensure time for prior study of materials.
NOTE: Payment is not required on registration - an invoice will be sent to you on acceptance of your registration.