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THIS IS NOT A FREE COURSE. It does not attract government funding. This course is not funded under Skills First, VET Student Loans, VET FEE-HELP, or any other government funding programme. All fees are paid directly by the student.
Course Overview
Join the booming Aged Care Industry in Australia with an Aged Care Qualification. Working in the aged care sector is a fulfilling and rewarding career. The aged care sector is one of Australia’s fastest growing industries, with significant demand for skilled workers in the years ahead. So, if you have ever considered working as a carer for some of Australia’s most vulnerable citizens, it may be time to act.
Our aged care training has been developed in consultation with the community services industry to ensure graduates are equipped with the necessary skills to build a rewarding career.
Our graduates have gone on to work across aged care and community services settings throughout Australia.
Job outcomes depend on individual circumstances, relevant experience, employer requirements and successful course completion.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Accommodation support worker
- Care worker
- In-home respite worker
- Community care worker
- Personal care assistant
- Support worker
What You'll Learn
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Personal care
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Hygiene support
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Safe food handling
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Communication in aged care settings
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Reporting & Documentation
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Mobility assistance
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Legal & Ethical obligations in care
Recognition
Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Locations
- Victoria
- Ballarat
- Melbourne
- Melbourne CBD
- Werribee
Duration Study Load
- 9 months
- 120 hours work placement
Delivery
This is an online blended course. All theory, readings and assessments are completed online at your own pace through MCIE’s learning management system. Mandatory work placement is completed separately in an approved workplace setting.
Entry Requirements
- National Police Check
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Statutory Declaration
- Pre-training review process to determine if you are suitable for this course
Course Features
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Flexible online delivery
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Nationally recognised qualification
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Strong industry demand
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Work placement included
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Flexible payment options
Work Placement
A minimum of 120 hours Work Placement must be undertaken.
Recognition Of Prior Learning
RPL and Credit Transfer are available.
Assessment
Written, simulated and workplace based practical observations.
Testimonials
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"Love this course and amazing trainers"JoeCertificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability)
Employment Snapshot
- Location: Aged and Disabled Carers work in many regions of Australia.
- Industries: Most work in Health Care and Social Assistance; Public Administration and Safety; and Administrative and Support Services.
- Earnings: Full-time workers on an adult wage earn around $1,265 per week (below the average of $1,460). Salaries tend to be lower when starting and higher as experience grows.
- Full-time: Less than half work full-time (33%, less than the average of 66%), showing there are many opportunities to work part-time.
- Hours: Full-time workers spend around 43 hours per week at work (compared to the average of 44 hours).
- Age: The average age is 47 years (compared to the average of 40 years). Many workers are 45 years or older (56%).
- Gender: 80% of workers are female (compared to the average of 48%).
Subjects
About MCIE
MCIE is a leading provider of outcomes-focused quality vocational education and training programs. Our courses are founded on the desire to provide practical education leading to real job outcomes matching industry needs.We have supported thousands of students on their career journeys and are proud of the outcomes our graduates achieve. We care about your needs, your aspirations and your outcomes and we work with you to remove the barriers to entry to your chosen career. Our outcomes-based training has helped us build an enviable reputation as a leading provider of quality vocational education in Victoria. Our focus is on competency-based practical education leading to real job outcomes and meeting the needs of industry and the community.Legal Entity: Melbourne City Institute of Education Pty. Ltd. as Trustee for MCIE Unit Trust (RTO 22172).
