Dysphagia Support

Overview

At Queen of Hearts Training, we deliver Dysphagia Support Training for NDIS providers, support workers, disability carers, and aged care staff across the Sunshine Coast – from Gympie to Caloundra, including Noosa, the Hinterland, and surrounding areas

Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) is a high-risk support under the NDIS High Intensity Support Skills Descriptors. Incorrect management can cause choking, aspiration, and life-threatening emergencies. This course gives staff the knowledge, practical skills, and emergency response training to support participants safely. 

What You’ll Learn: 

  • Anatomy and physiology of swallowing 

  • Causes, symptoms, and risks of dysphagia 

  • Safe feeding techniques and supervision strategies 

  • Use of texture-modified diets and thickened fluids 

  • Preventing and responding to aspiration risks 

  • Supporting mealtime management plans 

  • Emergency life-saving choking first aid training 

  • Compliance with NDIS and HIDPA standards 

Why Choose Queen of Hearts Training? 

✅ Delivered by a critical care nurse with 30+ years’ experience 
Mobile training across Sunshine Coast, Gympie, Noosa & Hinterland 
✅ Aligned with NDIS/HIDPA requirements 
✅ Includes choking first aid training 

👉 Book your Sunshine Coast Dysphagia & Choking First Aid Training today. 

Duration:
Face-to-face min. 120 minutes

Pricing:
Group and Corporate Bookings available.
Contact us to discuss your needs.
$120 per person.

  • Performance tasks:

    • Simulate Dysphagia Support

    Documentation:

    • Dysphagia Support

  • There are no entry requirements for this course.

  • The following units will be included in your certificate:

    • Non Accredited - Dysphagia Support

  • This certificate has an industry recommended renewal period of 12 months