Free Professional Development Sessions

As a member of the Australian Services Union (ASU), you can access free professional development opportunities to help you take the next step in your career - at no extra cost. 

Through ASU Launchpad  and ASU College, you'll find online courses, career development programs and sector-specific training designed to help members grow professionally.

We also encourage disability support workers (including sole traders) to explore training and networking events through DSW Connect, a supportive program run by ASU. 

Recordings 

The Australian Services Union (ASU) is proud to present a series of free online training sessions for members working in the community and disability services sector.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your professional expertise, these sessions will help you build skills, protect your wellbeing, and understand your rights.

All sessions are hosted live on Zoom and are free for ASU members.

Building a Career in the Community & Disability Sector

Hear powerful stories from ASU members across the sector and gain inspiration and insight into building a sustainable, impactful career.

Preventing & Managing Psychosocial Injuries at Work

Learn from SafeWork NSW how to identify, minimise and manage psychosocial hazards in the work place.

Reporting Incidents in the NDIS: A Guide for Workers

A practical session on identifying, responding to, and reporting incidents under the NDIS Rules and Code of Conduct.

Working Independently in the NDIS

Designed for sole traders and platform workers. Get guidance on registration, tax, insurance, funding your leave, and setting up your business.

Peer Work in the Community & Disability Sector

📅 Date: Tuesday, 18 November ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM

Explore the growing role of peer/lived experience work across the sector. Learn about roles, values, and pathways.

 

Young People and the Law

📅 Date: Thursday, 27 November ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM

Understand legal responsibilities when working with young people. Learn about key areas of the law relevant to young people under 25.

About ASU College

The Australian College of Community and Disability Practitioners (ACCDP), also known as ASU College, is your professional voice in the community and disability services sector.

Membership of the ACCDP is an exclusive benefit of being an ASU member.

The ACCDP has an Advisory Board that guides its work. The Board includes frontline practitioners, academics and service providers – all committed to uplifting the sector and supporting workers to develop new skills and careers in the sector. The ACCDP has representatives on important industry training bodies.

Being a member of the ASU also means that you have exclusive access to research, training, and interviews with sector experts – all at no cost to you.