A practical, self-paced introductory course for disability support workers, aged care staff, families and carers.
Learn to recognise signs of swallowing difficulties, understand the risks of dysphagia and support safer mealtimes.
Includes a narrated video presentation and downloadable companion workbook.
Mealtimes can feel overwhelming when you're unsure what to look for or how best to help.
You've been given a mealtime management plan but don't fully understand it.
You're unsure which swallowing difficulties or warning signs to look for.
Terms like aspiration, dysphagia and thickened fluids feel confusing.
You want to feel more informed and confident when supporting mealtimes.
Dysphagia 101 is a practical, self-paced introductory course designed to help support workers, carers and families better understand swallowing difficulties.
Learn what dysphagia is, how to recognise potential warning signs, and the everyday principles that support safer mealtimes — all explained in clear, easy-to-understand language.
INSIDE THE COURSE
Five practical learning areas to help you better understand swallowing difficulties and the principles of safer mealtime support.
Explore how swallowing works, what dysphagia means and why swallowing difficulties can occur.
Learn about common signs and symptoms of swallowing difficulties, including signs that may not be immediately obvious.
Understand potential complications of dysphagia and why appropriate mealtime support matters.
Explore practical principles such as positioning, pacing, food and fluid modifications, and supervision.
Understand the purpose of mealtime management plans, the importance of following individual recommendations and when to seek guidance.
WHY IT MATTERS
Make better sense of swallowing difficulties and the recommendations included in mealtime management plans.
Build awareness of potential warning signs and changes that may need attention.
Understand why positioning, pacing, supervision and following individual recommendations matter.
Recognise the importance of reporting concerns and seeking guidance from the appropriate people.
IS THIS COURSE FOR YOU?
Whether you support someone professionally or personally, understanding swallowing difficulties can help you feel more informed about mealtime support.
For support workers assisting people with disability who experience swallowing difficulties, including those following individual mealtime management plans.
For care workers supporting older adults who may experience swallowing changes or require assistance during meals.
For family members and informal carers who want to better understand dysphagia and the principles behind safer mealtime support.
SIMPLE, FLEXIBLE PRICING
Whether you're learning individually or providing introductory dysphagia education to a support team, choose the licence that suits your needs. One purchase. Instant digital delivery. No subscriptions.
1 learner
$49 AUD
Perfect for individual support workers, carers and family members.
PURCHASE INDIVIDUAL LICENCEUp to 5 learners
$149 AUD
Ideal for small support teams and shared care environments.
PURCHASE SMALL TEAM LICENCEUp to 10 learners
$299 AUD
A practical option for SIL houses and growing support teams.
PURCHASE MEDIUM TEAM LICENCEUp to 15 learners
$449 AUD
Introductory dysphagia education for larger care teams.
PURCHASE LARGE TEAM LICENCEEach licence covers a maximum number of individual learners. Training may be completed individually or through a group viewing session. Unused learner places can be allocated to new staff, but places already used cannot be reassigned. Authorised learners may revisit the materials. Course files must not be redistributed or used for unlimited staff training. Full licence terms apply.
Need training for more than 15 people? Contact Allied Health Toolbox to discuss your requirements.
Hi, I'm Carrie Hudson, a speech pathologist with approximately 20 years of clinical experience.
Throughout my career, I've worked with adults experiencing swallowing difficulties and the support workers, carers and families involved in their everyday care.
I've seen how confusing dysphagia terminology and mealtime recommendations can feel, particularly when you're expected to put them into practice without fully understanding the reasons behind them.
That's why I created Dysphagia 101: to make essential information about swallowing difficulties more accessible, practical and easier to understand.
My goal is to help you understand the 'why' behind mealtime recommendations, recognise potential concerns and feel more informed when supporting someone at mealtimes.
– Carrie
GOOD TO KNOW
Everything you need to know before getting started with Dysphagia 101.
Dysphagia 101 is designed for disability support workers, aged care staff, family members and carers who want to better understand swallowing difficulties and the principles of safer mealtime support. No prior knowledge of dysphagia is required.
No. This introductory course explains dysphagia and everyday mealtime support concepts in clear, accessible language.
After purchasing, you'll receive access to download the Dysphagia 101 training package, including the narrated video presentation, companion workbook and course licence terms. You can watch the presentation at a time that suits you.
The Dysphagia 101 video presentation runs for approximately 40 minutes. You can watch it at your own pace and allow additional time to work through the downloadable companion workbook.
Yes. Your download includes a companion workbook designed to reinforce key learning points and provide a useful reference after completing the presentation.
Yes. Individual and team licensing options are available. Team licences allow the course to be viewed individually or in a group by the number of learners covered by the purchased licence. Each licence applies to the designated learners and cannot be reused indefinitely for additional or replacement staff. Organisations requiring training for more than 16 learners can contact Allied Health Toolbox to discuss licensing arrangements.
Your purchase covers a specified number of learners. The video and workbook may only be used within the purchased licence terms and must not be forwarded, copied, uploaded to an organisational learning platform or distributed to additional people without prior written permission.
No. Dysphagia 101 provides general introductory education. It does not award a formal qualification, certify practical competency or replace required workplace-specific training or assessment. It also does not replace individual swallowing assessments, personalised mealtime management plans or recommendations from appropriately qualified clinicians.
READY WHEN YOU ARE
One-time purchase · Instant digital download · Individual and team licences available