I am an experienced learning designer and health educator with a specialist interest in the development of immersive technologies for learning. Through the use of virtual reality the learner is able to develop greater understanding and empathy of what it is like to live with dementia. I am proud to be an integral part of the team who developed The Virtual Dementia Experience (VDE) and EDIE (Educational Dementia Immersive Experience), both award winning programs (Gold Winner, Victorian Public… Show more I am an experienced learning designer and health educator with a specialist interest in the development of immersive technologies for learning. Through the use of virtual reality the learner is able to develop greater understanding and empathy of what it is like to live with dementia. I am proud to be an integral part of the team who developed The Virtual Dementia Experience (VDE) and EDIE (Educational Dementia Immersive Experience), both award winning programs (Gold Winner, Victorian Public Healthcare Award, Microsoft Imagine Cup World Citizenship Award, APICTA for eLearning, National iAwards and more). I continue to work on new and exciting emerging tech products. I see myself as a 'Disrupter' always finding new and creative ways to engage learners. I like to reinvent wheels and push creative boundaries. I like to challenge thinking and process. I always aim for quality, integrity and efficiency. I am a manager and team leader with project management experience. I am experienced in the development of accredited learning, e-learning, film scripting and the development of learning resources materials. I continue to work with leading universities in developing education and training, and support research and evaluation of education programs and learning outcomes. I have a clinical background as a Cognition Clinical Nurse consultant and in aged persons mental health. I am dedicated to bring a research, evidence based focus to individual learning outcomes. Show less

The Switch program is Occupational violence prevention education for health, aged care and community services. Switch takes a different fresh approach to occupational as a Clinical violence prevention training. Endorsed by the Australian College of Mental Health nurses, Switch focuses on prevention to reduce the incidence of aggression when delivering care. The Switch program encourages a person centered approach to practice in identifying stress triggers and working to reduce stress for… Show more The Switch program is Occupational violence prevention education for health, aged care and community services. Switch takes a different fresh approach to occupational as a Clinical violence prevention training. Endorsed by the Australian College of Mental Health nurses, Switch focuses on prevention to reduce the incidence of aggression when delivering care. The Switch program encourages a person centered approach to practice in identifying stress triggers and working to reduce stress for the people we care for. The broader approach to OV prevention through activities that contribute to organisational quality improvement. Switch is about shifting our thinking, attitude and actions to maintain optimal safety within the workplace. Switch uses a reflective practice approach and is transferable to all areas of clinical practice. Switch is available as both e-learning and face to face program. www.iteachswitch.com.au Show less