Lifelong learning

opportunities for all

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Empowering
through education

After post secondary school many Australians with an intellectual disability have no access to further learning and development. Compass recognises people with disability as assets, not liabilities. Compass employs structured and individualised learning pathways that unlock opportunities, enable achievement, foster independence and encourage greater choice and control in their lives.

Real life outcomes

Lester doesn’t let his disability get in the way and never has. He always finds a way to overcome any hurdles, is determined and will adapt. I’m proud of everything he’s achieved and the person he has become.

Our dream for Jy is for him to have the absolute best life that he can have, without putting any boundaries on it.

I remember being in hospital, anxiety-ridden, trying to weigh up the pros and cons of where to send Damien. It was my eldest son who had spoken to David (CEO of Compass, which was back then called “Aiki-Abilities”). They were so new then, so we knew nothing about them. But when we spoke to David, we trusted him and his approach…

Caitlin is the first person to dive in and help, especially with larger Compass wide projects. She loves to meet visitors at the farm and share our appreciation with the community for their support. She is a natural promoter and always makes you feel seen and loved.

Dylan now has a busy week working with Compass. He has achieved more confidence and become more adaptable to ever-changing situations. He has connected with his peers and trainers and become quite a happy young man. Working at the Café makes him feel like part of a team. He also feels like he is contributing, like his friends and family, having a job and working towards life goals.

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What if…

learning never stops?

Compass provides pathways for lifelong learning because learning is something that can be done by ANYONE. This can range from learning to hold a spoon through to learning to drive a vehicle or using a piece of machinery – and everything in between. Our diverse learning and development programs are currently delivered across our Campuses in Caboolture, Caloundra, Nambour, Gympie and Palmwoods.

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Life changing opportunities

Independence through learning

Our programs provide learning and growth opportunities through a structured yet flexible curriculum, which includes:

  • Life and social skills
  • Independent living skills
  • Literacy and numeracy
  • Recreation training (meaningful inclusion in a wide range of physical activities)
  • Arts, Drama and Multi-media
  • IT and social media training
  • Work readiness training and vocational preparation
  • Opportunities for community work and volunteering

To be effective, learning requires:

  • Defined goals
  • Lesson plans
  • Delivery and engagement by well trained and motivated staff
  • Assessments; and
  • Progress reports that allow the person, the family and Compass to measure and celebrate the progress.

We believe in the power of structured learning and creating meaningful opportunities for continuous development and growth. We also know that investing in unlocking the capacity of people is a pathway towards a more independent future.

We offer therapeutic opportunities to increase health, wellbeing and participation

It’s vital that everybody has the opportunity to receive guidance around nutrition, access to exercise that is fun and engaging AND that we invest in actual healing and therapies that address each persons’ unique needs.

At Compass, we offer this through a variety of activities and programs including:

  • Physical therapies – including Aikido, Yoga, stretching and dance
  • Strength, balance, co-ordination and dexterity training
  • Nutrition and dietary support
  • Working alongside allied health professionals to ensure further development and implement recommended strategies
  • Meditation and mindfulness to calm anxiety and lower stress
  • Art Therapy – including Pottery, Mosaics, Jewellery making, Woodwork and much more
  • Multimedia Development – including Computer use, Animation, Photography, Screen printing and much more
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Become a Trainee

For more information about what’s on offer at Compass, or to chat to someone about beginning your journey with us, please fill out the below details and our team will be in touch really soon.

    What if…

    you could be the difference?