Ergonomic training and occupation health courses created by health professionals for health professionals.
CWHA was formed in 2011 by Physiotherapist Wade Brennan and Osteopath Heath Williams.
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Training covers risk assessments, office workstation ergonomics, home office setup, driver ergonomics, vehicle setup and manual handling assessment and training.
Self paced, Online Ergonomic Education & Training
Workstation ergonomic risk assessment training (up to 7 CPD points)
Learning Objectives:
- Review risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders in the office environment
- Develop a simple step by step process to improve the set up of an individuals workstation
- Implement control measures based on the risk control heirarchy
- Deepen your knowledge with regards to strategies to reduce individuals risk of developing MSDs
Accreditation:
- AHPRA practitioners (osteopaths, chiropractors, physiotherapists) can claim 7 hours PD.
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Investment: $499 GST Inc
Ergonomic workstation desk setup training (up to 3.5 CPD points)
Learning Objectives:
- Review of the modern day workplace and typical work environments & challenges for workers and clients
- Review ergonomic principles relating to the individual workstation
- Review and implement a step by step process to setting up a worker or client at their workstation
- Review the literature regarding office workstation ergonomics and how to implement this according to the worker’s or client’s needs
- Discuss the common workplace issues relating to office workstation ergonomics and how to address these
- Review common equipment accessories and considerations on when to prescribe these
- Case based approach to working with a worker or client with a musculoskeletal complaint
- NEW module – COVID-19 home workstation considerations
- 12 learning modules and multi choice quizzes to assess your learning
- Certificate of completion provided at the completion of the course for your professional development requirements
Accreditation:
- Now accredited with the Myotherapy association for 3 points.
- AHPRA practitioners (osteopaths, chiropractors, physiotherapists) can claim 3 hours PD.
- Now accredited with ESSA for EPs for 3 points.
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Vehicle ergonomic training (up to 4 CPD points)
Learning Objectives:
- Review OHS/WHS and how this relates to vehicle ergonomics for the worker
- Review the 4 main elements of vehicle ergonomics that relate to the physical domain of ergonomics
- Apply the 4 key elements to a range of vehicles that include cars, trucks, vans
- Learn how to assess and implement better practices for entering and exiting vehicles
- Learn how to advise clients and workers to improve their vehicle seat set up
- Learn how to review and educate clients and workers on better strategies to work within the vehicle
- Review storage and manual tasks relating to vehicle
- Certificate of completion provided at the completion of the course for your professional development requirements
Accreditation:
- Now accredited with the Myotherapy association for 3 points.
- AHPRA practitioners (osteopaths, chiropractors, physiotherapists) can claim 3 hours PD.
- Accredited by ESSA for 3 PD points for Exercise Physiologists
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Manual handling train the trainer (up to 1.5 CPD points)
Learning Objectives:
This course has been designed to walk you through a step by step process of what you should consider incorporating into your manual handling face to face course for the worker who performs manual tasks within the workplace
- What is manual handling and what manual handling training should include
- Workplace and worker duties and consultation requirements
- Defining hazard, risk and risk control levels
- Hazardous manual tasks - a review of how injuries occur
- A review of manual handling techniques, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, restraining and grasping
- Manual handling in the office case study examples and strategies
Accreditation:
AHPRA practitioners (osteopaths, chiropractors, physiotherapists) can claim 1.5 hours PD points
Accredited by ESSA for 1.5 points for Exercise Physiologists
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Occupational health skills training webinar series (up to 6 CPD points)
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SKILLS TRAINING
Occupational health skills case based webinar series (up to 3 CPD points)
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SKILLS TRAINING
Online Ergonomic Training Packages
Self paced, online occupational health bundle packages
Group our courses together to save $
Office Ergonomic Risk Assessment Training, Vehicle Ergonomic Training, Manual Handling Training and Office Worsktation Desk Set Up Training
4 online courses / 14.5 hours
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Self paced, online occupational health skills workshops for health practitioners
4 workshops / 6 hours pd
Face to Face Ergonomic Education / Training
Ergonomic workstation risk assessment training course
Learn how to complete workstation assessments (up to 7 CPD points)
Learning Objectives:
- Develop an understanding of the various roles an Allied Health Practitioner can have within an Occupational (Work) Health & Safety setting.
- Describe key statements of relevant Workplace Health and Safety Legislation in Australia.
- Describe and understand the principles of Risk Management and Hierarchy of Risk Control.
- Apply knowledge and skills to undertake a basic ergonomic risk assessment.
- Have the knowledge and skills to problem solve common workplace ergonomic issues.
- Review and understand the importance of communication i.e. consent, verbal and written communication within the Occupational (Work) Health and Safety setting.
- Learn about the references available to continue further professional learning and development within the Occupational (Work) Health and Safety setting.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for those practitioners in both private practice and for those who would like to conduct ergonomic risk assessments within the OHS/WHS setting.
This course is accredited with Osteopathy Australia (7 hours), Myotherapy Association Australia (7 points) and ESSA (9 ESSA points). “The ESSA Professional Development Committee certifies that this Professional Development offering meets the criteria for 9 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Points.”
AHPRA registered practitioners (osteopaths, physiotherapists and chiropractors will be able to claim 7 hours).
Process
1. Enquiry
Call, email or complete a form. Let us know what you want to achieve or the problems you are having.
2. Consultation
Phone, video call or face to face. We will discuss your needs, make some suggestions and provide a quote.
3. Assessment
Your assessment and/or training package is 100% tailor made to suit your needs, budget and service requirements.
4. Training
Onsite, online or both. Your personalised package is delivered by health professionals with extensive clinical and teaching experience.
5. Results
We have helped thousands of people at some of Australia’s top companies. Our team will work with you every step of the way to ensure you achieve the right results for your company and for your workers.
Occupational Health Training For Allied Health Professionals
Learn essential skills that can make a real difference to your business and your clients lives.
Corporate Work Health Australia is an Australian owned business that delivers high quality post graduate education to allied health professionals. Since 2011 we have trained 1000s of physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, exercise physiologists and myotherapists.
We deliver face to face and online courses in the areas of workstation ergonomic risk assessments, vehicle ergonomic risk assessments and manual handling training for health professionals.
Osteopath Heath Williams and Physiotherapist Wade Brennan are the directors of Corporate Work Health Australia and have 20+ years experience of both working in occupational health and delivering post graduate education for health professionals.
All of our face to face and online post graduate training courses have been designed by health practitioners for health practitioners. Our educators have put together years of teaching and occupational health experience to deliver practical and engaging sessions that focus on up skilling practitioners in specific areas of occupational health.
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Benefits of face to face occupational health courses
- Enhance your technical skills in the areas of workstation ergonomics, vehicle ergonomics and manual handling training.
- Improve your clinical reasoning skills and management of workers or clients who are experiencing musculoskeletal disorders that are aggravated or maintained by workplace ergonomics, vehicle ergonomics and manual handling.
- Improve your knowledge in occupational health and safety and how this relates to workplace ergonomics, vehicle ergonomics and manual handling.
- Attendees will be provided with resources and templates in the areas of workplace ergonomics, vehicle ergonomics and manual handling so that you can start offering and delivering occupational health services immediately following your training session.
Benefits of studying occupational health online
- All users will have access to our online learning management system for 12 months
Study in your own time with our online LMS. The course allows you to start and stop whenever you choose. - All you need access to is a computer or tablet with internet.
- Our online courses have been adapted from our face to face sessions and cover all the same key content, whilst offering you the choice of studying in your own time.
- Our courses have been designed to assess knowledge gained through short quizzes throughout the courses.
- A certificate of completion will be provided upon completion of the course for record keeping
We provide a ton of resources with each course to help you get started in the areas of occupational health.
Free Ergonomic, Manual Handling and OHS Posters
Posters and handouts have been designed according to best practice principles. Put them up in the workplace or on your company intranet for workers to view as part of your OHS strategy.
Organisations Who Trust Our Assessments & Training
government
council
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education
university
banking
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insurance
superannuation
accounting
legal
technology
communication
transport
logistics
mining
resources
manufacturing
agriculture
engineering
construction
property
architecture
retail
supermarket
Ergonomic Training For Physiotherapists
Postgraduate occupational health courses can offer several benefits for physiotherapists:
- Specialised Knowledge and Skills: Occupational health courses can provide you with specialised knowledge and skills that can help you develop your professional practice and improve the health outcomes of your clients.
- Career Advancement: Completing a postgraduate course can help you demonstrate your commitment to your profession and increase your chances of career advancement and promotion opportunities.
- Increased Earnings: Postgraduate courses can help you increase your earning potential by enhancing your skills and knowledge and making you eligible for higher-paying positions.
- Networking Opportunities: Postgraduate courses offer networking opportunities with other professionals in your field, which can lead to new opportunities and collaborations.
- Flexibility: Postgraduate courses are available in both online and face-to-face formats, providing flexibility to fit study into your busy schedule.
These courses can help you develop your professional practice, increased earning potential and enhance your career prospects.
Ergonomic Training For Osteopaths
Ergonomic assessor training can offer significant benefits for osteopaths to enhance their skills, knowledge, and career prospects:
- Enhanced Knowledge and Skills: Completing a postgraduate course can help you gain a deeper understanding of the subject matter and develop new skills, which can improve your job performance.
- Career Advancement: A postgraduate course can demonstrate to employers that you are committed to your profession and willing to invest in your professional development. This can enhance your career prospects and lead to promotion opportunities.
- Increased Earnings: Completing a postgraduate course can increase your earning potential, as you become more qualified and eligible for higher-paying positions.
- Specialised Expertise: Postgraduate courses offer specialised expertise in a specific area, such as occupational health, workstation ergonomics, vehicle ergonomics, and manual handling training. This can help you develop a unique and valuable skillset that sets you apart from your peers.
- Networking Opportunities: Postgraduate courses provide opportunities to network with other professionals in your field, which can lead to new opportunities and connections.
Occupational health and safety is a popular field of study, with postgraduate courses available to help osteopaths develop their skills and expertise.
Ergonomic Training For Chiropractors
Chiropractors should consider studying postgraduate courses in occupational health for several reasons, including:
- Expanded Skillset: Completing a postgraduate course in occupational health can enhance your skills and knowledge in areas such as desk ergonomic courses, vehicle ergonomics, manual handling training, and other aspects of workplace health and safety.
- Career Advancement: Postgraduate courses can demonstrate your commitment to professional development, and help you to become a more qualified and skilled chiropractor, leading to potential career advancement.
- Increased Earning Potential: As a chiropractor with specialised knowledge in occupational health, you may become eligible for higher-paying positions in the workplace health and safety sector.
- Networking Opportunities: Studying a postgraduate course in occupational health can provide you with opportunities to network with other professionals in the field, potentially leading to new business opportunities or partnerships.
- Improved Patient Outcomes: With enhanced knowledge and skills in occupational health, chiropractors can offer better treatment plans for patients experiencing work-related injuries, and more effective prevention strategies to avoid future injuries.
Studying postgraduate courses in occupational health can improve skills and knowledge, lead to career advancement and improve patient outcomes.
Ergonomic Training For Myotherapists
Myotherapists can benefit greatly from postgraduate short courses in occupational health:
- Expanded Skillset: Completing a postgraduate course in occupational health can help you to develop specialised skills and knowledge in areas such as workstation ergonomics, vehicle ergonomics, and manual handling, which can enhance the services you offer to your clients.
- Career Advancement: Postgraduate courses can demonstrate your commitment to professional development and make you more attractive to employers or clients looking for specialised knowledge in occupational health.
- Increased Earning Potential: By expanding your skillset and knowledge base, you may be able to increase your earning potential by offering new services or qualifying for higher-paying positions.
- Improved Patient Outcomes: With enhanced knowledge and skills in occupational health, you can offer better treatment plans and prevention strategies to help your clients avoid workplace-related injuries.
- Networking Opportunities: Studying a postgraduate course in occupational health can provide you with opportunities to network with other professionals in the field, leading to potential collaborations and partnerships.
These courses can provide you with skills and knowledge to enhance your career and service offerings as a myotherapist or allied health professional.
Ergonomic Training For Exercise Physiologists
As professionals working in occupational health, exercise physiologists can greatly benefit from studying postgraduate courses in this area.:
- Expanded Knowledge and Skills: Completing a postgraduate course in occupational health can help exercise physiologists to develop specialised knowledge and skills in areas such as vehicle ergonomics, manual handling, and workstation ergonomics. This can enhance their ability to assess and manage workplace-related injuries and conditions.
- Career Advancement: By demonstrating a commitment to professional development and enhancing their skillset, exercise physiologists may be able to qualify for higher-paying positions or expand their career opportunities.
- Accredited Training: It is important to choose courses that are accredited with the Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) to ensure that the training meets the professional development needs and standards required for continued practice as an exercise physiologist.
- Flexibility of Learning: Postgraduate courses in occupational health are available in both online and face-to-face formats, allowing exercise physiologists to choose the mode of learning that best suits their needs and schedules.
- Short Course Options: Short courses in vehicle ergonomics, manual handling, and workstation ergonomics can provide exercise physiologists with specific skills and knowledge that can be applied immediately in their practice.
These courses are designed to meet the professional development training needs of exercise physiologists, allowing them to enhance their skills and knowledge in the area of workplace health and safety.
Ergonomic Training For Occupational Therapists
Occupational therapists are indeed experts in OHS and by further enhancing their skills in this area they can:
- Expanded Skillset: Studying occupational health short courses can help occupational therapists to develop specialised knowledge and skills in areas such as workstation ergonomics, vehicle ergonomics, and manual handling. This can improve their ability to provide comprehensive occupational health services to their clients.
- Career Advancement: By acquiring new skills and knowledge, occupational therapists may be able to qualify for higher-paying positions or expand their career opportunities.
- Accredited Training: It is important to choose courses that are accredited with the relevant professional organisations to ensure that the training meets the required standards and can be used towards professional development requirements.
- Flexibility of Learning: Short courses in occupational health are available in both online and face-to-face formats, allowing occupational therapists to choose the mode of learning that best suits their needs and schedules.
- Specific Skill Training: Short courses in areas such as workstation ergonomics, vehicle ergonomics, and manual handling can provide occupational therapists with specific skills and knowledge that can be immediately applied in their practice.
These courses are designed to meet the professional development needs of occupational therapists and enhance their skills in occupational health.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I access the online courses?
All our online courses offer easy online access 24/7 that allows you to learn at your own pace.
Who are the online courses developed by?
Our online courses are designed by health professionals for physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, occupational therapists, exercise physiologists and myotherapists
Will I gain the skills to complete an ergonomic risk assessment?
Our content has been designed to provide you with the knowledge to implement this immediately within your specific work setting. You will need to complete the full day face to face or webinar course to allow you to complete risk assessment reports.
What are the differences with your face to face / webinar ergonomic courses compared with the online courses?
Our face to face and live webinar courses are designed to train you in how to conduct ergonomic workstation risk assessments and reports. Unlike our online course which only trains you in how to set up a worker at a workstation.
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