Subcutaneous Injection & Insulin Training

This non-accredited course applies to individuals working in the health and community services sector such as Aged Care Workers, Community Care Workers, Disability Support Workers, Personal Care Workers and Respite Care Workers who wish to develop the knowledge and skills required to safely support a participant requiring medication such as insulin via subcutaneous injection, in accordance with relevant Federal and state/territory legislation, regulations, codes of practice and workplace policies and procedures. The course content has been guided by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Practice Standards and High Intensity Support Skills Descriptor for Subcutaneous Injections.

Students will develop an understanding of the principles of subcutaneous medication administration, including the purpose of subcutaneous injections, common medications administered via this route, and the importance of following participant-specific Health Support Plans. The course includes an overview of medication safety, injection site selection and rotation, infection prevention and control, and recognising adverse reactions and situations requiring escalation.

In addition, students will develop practical skills in safely preparing and administering a simulated subcutaneous injection using an injection training device. This includes preparing a clean workspace, using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), applying safe injection practices, disposing of sharps correctly, and accurately completing medication documentation while working within scope of practice.

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) recommends that training in infection prevention and high intensity support skills is refreshed regularly to ensure workers remain current with best practice, organisational requirements, and evolving care standards.