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Courses for people working in disability and community services
FPQ is a registered training organisation. Information on Nationally Recognised Training options.
FPQ regularly delivers the following units of competency for disability and community service professionals. For a complete list of all training programs offered by FPQ see our events calendar.
Introduction to sexuality & disability
CHCICS303A Support individual health and emotional wellbeing
- explore attitudes and values about sexuality
- understand sexuality and sexual development
- consider sexuality issues for people with disabilities and their carers
- develop strategies for empowering people with disabilities
For information, pricing and registration:
27-Mar-12 |
Introduction to sexuality and disability |
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18-Apr-12 |
Introduction to sexuality and disability |
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10-May-12 |
Introduction to sexuality and disability |
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29-May-12 |
Introduction to sexuality and disability |
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8-Aug-12 |
Introduction to sexuality and disability |
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22-Aug-12 |
Introduction to sexuality and disability |
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18-Oct-12 |
Introduction to sexuality and disability |
Understanding sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 1)
CHCCHILD404A Support the rights and safety of children and young people
- understand sexual development as a normal aspect of childhood and adolescence
- identify normal, age appropriate sexual behaviours
- identify concerning, problem or abusive sexual behaviours
- use the Traffic Lights framework to understand what is normal and what is not and to identify, review and respond to sexual behaviours
- develop reporting and referral paths to support the needs of children and adolescents
For information, pricing and registration:
19-Mar-12 |
Understanding sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 1) |
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8-May-12 |
Understanding sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 1) |
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23-May-12 |
Understanding sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 1) |
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30-May-12 |
Understanding sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 1) |
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5-Jun-12 |
Understanding sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 1) |
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11-Jul-12 |
Understanding sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 1) |
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24-Jul-12 |
Understanding sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 1) |
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25-Jul-12 |
Understanding sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 1) |
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9-Aug-12 |
Understanding sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 1) |
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29-Aug-12 |
Understanding sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 1) |
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5-Sep-12 |
Understanding sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 1) |
Understanding and responding to problem sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 2)
CHCIC620C Manage complex behavioural situations
- identify the characteristics of normal, healthy sexual behaviours as well as those which are concerning, problematic or harmful
- understand concerning and problem sexual behaviours using a psychosocial model
- explore bridges and barriers to prevention, protection and reporting
- formulate positive strategies to meet the needs of children and adolescents in home, school and community contexts
- develop support plans using a multi-response approach
For information, pricing and registration:
19-Jun-12 |
Understanding and responding to problem sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 2) |
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18-Jul-12 |
Understanding and responding to problem sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 2) |
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26-Jul-12 |
Understanding and responding to problem sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 2) |
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4-Sep-12 |
Understanding and responding to problem sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 2) |
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13-Sep-12 |
Understanding and responding to problem sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 2) |
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20-Sep-12 |
Understanding and responding to problem sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 2) |
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17-Oct-12 |
Understanding and responding to problem sexual behaviours in children and adolescents (Traffic Lights framework part 2) |
Teaching sexuality education in a special needs context
CHCCD402A Develop and provide community education projects
- plan and deliver a sexuality education program
- create a safe and positive environment
- answer students’ question with confidence
- source and adapt resources to meet the special education needs of their students
For information, pricing and registration:
19-Jun-12 |
Teaching sexuality in a special needs context |
Strategies for supporting adults with disabilities
CHCDIS404C Design procedures for support
- support healthy sexual behaviours in men and women with a disability
- identify sexuality support needs
- develop strategies and review resources
- apply support strategies in your workplace
Developing sexuality and relationships policy for your organisation
CHCPOL301B Participate in policy development
- recognise the principles of a sexuality and relationships policy
- develop a sexuality and relationships policy for use in your organisation
- identify strategies to assist with the successful implementation and maintenance of a sexuality and relationships policy
HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C and sexual health promotion with young people
CHCCD413D Work within specific communities
- review information, attitudes and values related to sexuality and sexual health
- communicate with young people about sexuality and risk taking
- identify resources for contraception and unplanned pregnancy
- access resources to support sexual violence prevention
Information, pricing and registration for self directed learning package
Customised options
FPQ training provides opportunities for workers to increase their skills in working with target groups. Training is particularly relevant for:
- people working in disability and special needs settings
- teachers and early childhood workers
- people working with children, young people and their families
- health and welfare workers
Courses can be tailored to suit the setting and reflect particular job roles.
For customised training costs contact FPQ
Nationally recognised training courses will require additional study/work out of course contact time to complete assessment requirements. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) and language, literacy and numeracy support are available.
Training costs
In service professional training and customised training $165 per hour (minimum 2 hours, maximum 20 participants). Nationally recognised training, $165 per person or $1,450 per day for organisations (maximum 20 participants)
Note: additional costs may apply for some locations.