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Easing the Pressure

2016 Course Dates: 11 March
16 June
26 September
Type:  Full day: 9am - 4:30pm
Fee:  $275
Location:  Westpoint Blacktown, NSW
Instructor:  Tracee-Lee Maginnity,
Occupational Therapist, ILCNSW
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Course Description

The course content was very clear and easy to follow with good practical demonstrations...

With so many different pressure-relieving products on the market, how do you know which one to choose and when to apply it? Discover the features and properties of the various products and find out how to apply them to clients at risk of developing pressure sores.

This full day includes an overview of pressure and:

  • identifying pressure sore risks
  • pressure sore management methods
  • cushion features and properties
  • clinical reasoning for cushion selection
  • introduction to pressure mapping
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Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course participants will be able to:

  • accurately identify pressure sore stages
  • determine clients at risk for developing pressure sore areas
  • gain an understanding of different pressure risk assessment scales
  • describe the basic characteristics of pressure relieving mediums
  • identify pressure cushion and mattress features and properties that need to be considered in the selection process
  • apply cushion and mattress knowledge to match client needs through case study
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How to Register

To register for this course please fill out this registration form with payment details and send to:

  • Independent Living Centre NSW

    PO Box 8034
    Westpoint Blacktown
    NSW 2148

Registration forms may also be faxed with credit card details to:

  • (02) 8814 9656
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Cancellation & Refunds

When a cancellation or refund is unavoidable, you can:

  • Substitute a person in the course
  • Request a refund up to 7 days prior to the course (less 10% admin fee)
  • Request a transfer to another course

The ILC reserves the right to cancel a course when there are unforeseen circumstances. Notification of cancellation will be given by phone. If we cannot place the applicant in another course, we will refund the full amount.

The ILC is accessible for people with a disability. Additional learning support during training and assessment can be arranged with prior notice.

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Instructor Profile

Tracee-lee Maginnity

BHSc (OT)

Trained in New Zealand, has over 10 years experience in the assessment, prescription and fitting of complex seating and mobility. Tracee-lee has presented and educated on this topic both in Australia and New Zealand. She has worked as a consultant clinican and educator.