e-learning opportunities

Carers Victoria is offering self-paced, online learning on a range of topics for carers. 

Designed to assist you in your role, they are free and accessible at a time that suits you. 

Starting your first Carers Victoria E-learning course 

  1. Select a course below by clicking on the box.
  2. Click the ‘Start Course’ button (or scan the QR code). 
  3. You will need to sign in to Carers Victoria learning. 
  • If you have a Reach 360, "Sign In". 
  • If you do not have an account, enter your email address to create an account. 
  • You will receive a confirmation email to compete your registration. 
  • You will have an account for all Carers Victoria e-learning opportunities. 

Available courses

Benefits of a carer support group – short course (microlearning)

Description: This short introductory course describes the benefits for carers of joining a carer support group.

Why do the course? While caring can be a rewarding experience, caring can also be isolating. Through participating in this course, carers will learn the many benefits of joining a carer support group including the value of connecting with peers. Carers will also learn how to find a support group in their area.

Who is the course for? This course is for designed for all unpaid carers who would benefit from joining a carer support group  

Hear what others have said to decide if it is for you.

"I found the course easy to navigate with a simple layout, which may appeal to many users.  The content was straight forward but informative, helping me gain a clear understanding of what carer support groups are and the benefits they offer.  I also appreciated learning how to find support groups through Carers Victoria."

How long will it take? Approximately 10 minutes

How to take the course?

Click here for the course.

Or scan the QR code below.

Promoting your carer support group – short course (microlearning)

Description: This short introductory course provides advice and information to promote your carer support group including, ideas to keep existing members and promotional strategies to attract new carers.  

Why do the course? There are more than 400 carer support groups across Victoria. Carers tell us that these groups are a source of emotional, social and practical support. This course can help Carer Support Group facilitators and leaders with strategies to ensure groupsare sustainable.

Who is the course for? If you are a volunteer running a carer support group and you'd like to attract carers to your group, then this course is for you.  

Hear what others have said to decide if it is for you.

"It will definitely be beneficial for support group facilitators. I enjoyed it.”

How long will it take? Approximately 15 minutes

How to take the course?

Click here for the course.

Or scan the QR code below.

 

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