AGC-F14 – Oral Health in Aged Care
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Who Should Enrol
- Personal care workers in residential aged care
- Home care and community care workers
- Enrolled nurses supporting aged care residents
- Team leaders and care supervisors
- Clinical governance and quality staff in aged care organisations
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Evidence‑Based Content
• Aged Care Act 2024 (Department of Health and Aged Care) — informs the duty of care obligations and person-centred care principles that underpin oral health practice in this course
• Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards (Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission) — sets the quality expectations for oral health support that this course helps workers meet at the point of care
• Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety final report — identified neglect of oral health as a systemic issue and its recommendations directly shape the referral and recognition skills taught in this course
Course overview
Poor oral health is one of the most common — and most preventable — harms in aged care. The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety found that mouth care was frequently overlooked, contributing to pain, malnutrition and preventable hospital admissions. The Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards now set clear expectations for providers to support the oral health of every person in their care.
This microcourse is for aged care workers in residential and home-based settings, as well as team leaders and clinical governance staff. In 15 minutes, you will build the practical skills to perform daily oral care, recognise common problems such as oral thrush, tooth decay and dry mouth, and know when and how to refer to dental, speech pathology or medical services.
This course treats oral health as part of dignified, person-centred care — not an add-on task. Every person deserves a clean, comfortable mouth.
This microcourse is for aged care workers in residential and home-based settings, as well as team leaders and clinical governance staff. In 15 minutes, you will build the practical skills to perform daily oral care, recognise common problems such as oral thrush, tooth decay and dry mouth, and know when and how to refer to dental, speech pathology or medical services.
This course treats oral health as part of dignified, person-centred care — not an add-on task. Every person deserves a clean, comfortable mouth.
Certification included
On successful completion of this microcourse you will receive a digital Statement of Completion from Integrity Academy. This is a non-accredited professional development microcourse and does not lead to nationally recognised qualification or units of competency. It is designed to support continuing professional development, induction, and ongoing compliance training in your workplace.
What's included in this microcourse
Fifteen focused minutes covering the practical skills, recognition tools and referral knowledge you need to act with confidence.
Step-by-step daily oral care
Covers the correct technique for brushing natural teeth, cleaning dentures and stimulating gums for residents and home care clients. Includes guidance on positioning and using appropriate tools.
Spotting oral health problems early
Builds your ability to recognise key signs of oral thrush, dry mouth and tooth decay during routine care. Includes visual cues and simple observation prompts you can use every shift.
Denture care done right
Explains safe denture removal, soaking, cleaning and storage. Addresses common mistakes that cause denture damage or oral injury.
When and how to refer
Clarifies which concerns should go to a dentist, speech pathologist or GP, and what information to pass on. Supports confident, timely escalation within your care team.
Standards and your responsibilities
Links your daily oral care practice to the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards so you understand what is expected of you and your organisation under the current regulatory framework.
Meet the instructor
Brinda Rowe (RN)
Brinda Rowe is the founder and CEO of Integrity RTO Solutions and Integrity Academy, with over two decades of experience in vocational education, compliance and workforce capability across health, aged care, disability and community services in Australia.
A registered nurse, qualified VET practitioner and ASQA-experienced RTO leader, Brinda has built her professional reputation on translating complex legislation, standards and reform into practical learning that frontline workers can apply on the next shift. Her work spans the design of nationally accredited qualifications, the development of evidence-based microlearning and the operational leadership of a Queensland-based RTO (RTO 46406).
Brinda is passionate about culturally safe, trauma-aware and First Nations-informed practice, and brings every Integrity Academy course to life with the clarity, warmth and rigour that has become her signature. Every microcourse you take is built on her belief that great compliance training should respect your time, sharpen your judgement and never insult your intelligence.
A registered nurse, qualified VET practitioner and ASQA-experienced RTO leader, Brinda has built her professional reputation on translating complex legislation, standards and reform into practical learning that frontline workers can apply on the next shift. Her work spans the design of nationally accredited qualifications, the development of evidence-based microlearning and the operational leadership of a Queensland-based RTO (RTO 46406).
Brinda is passionate about culturally safe, trauma-aware and First Nations-informed practice, and brings every Integrity Academy course to life with the clarity, warmth and rigour that has become her signature. Every microcourse you take is built on her belief that great compliance training should respect your time, sharpen your judgement and never insult your intelligence.
Integrity Academy courses are non-accredited and include certificates of completion only.
Nationally recognised training is available through Integrity RTO Solutions (RTO 46406).
Integrity Academy delivers non-accredited professional learning only. Courses are designed to support professional development and workplace capability and do not replace organisational policies, supervision, or formal qualifications.
