Training

The Office of the Public Advocate conducts professional training sessions for service providers working with vulnerable adults across Western Australia. These comprehensive sessions are aimed at professionals from health, disability, financial and legal sectors.

Topics covered include the principles and workings of the guardianship and administration system, Enduring Powers of Attorney, protecting vulnerable adults and medical consent. In some cases, where travel is not possible, video conferencing information sessions are provided to regional and remote areas.

Training dates are listed on the registration form which can be downloaded below.

The Office runs four main streams of training.

Protecting vulnerable adults

Presented by experienced guardians and investigators, these sessions provide an introduction to the guardianship and administration system. They discuss how the system operates to protect the rights and best interests of adults with decision‑making disabilities. The roles of the Public Advocate and the State Administrative Tribunal are explained and participants learn to identify when and how they can be involved in protecting the rights of their clients.

Aboriginal service providers

The Office works with other agencies to offer workshops for healthcare workers, legal practitioners and aged care personnel who work with Aboriginal adults with decision-making disabilities. The workshops and training sessions, which are held in metropolitan, regional and remote areas, explore how the guardianship and administration system can benefit vulnerable Aboriginal adults.

Enduring Power of Attorney forums

These forums are designed for a range of health and financial professionals who have a specific interest in the legal, practical and technical aspects of Enduring Powers of Attorney. On occasion, public forums are also held.

Private administrator training

Run in partnership with the Public Trustee, these seminars are designed for administrators appointed by the State Administrative Tribunal to manage the financial affairs of an adult with a decision-making disability. Private administrators are informed of their duties and responsibilities in managing the represented person’s estate and legal affairs.

To register your interest or to find out more about these and other educational services, contact the Office of the Public Advocate.

Last Updated: 29-Apr-2009

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     Training Registration Form

     Guide for Service Providers

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