Are you interested in working in aged care in Melbourne? A Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma or other short courses could be the perfect way to get qualified as a care worker in Australia.
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is a nationally recognised training qualification. This course is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge to gain employment as a personal support worker in a residential aged c...
If you are looking for a career that is challenging, diverse and offers you the opportunity to make a difference to someone else’s life, then a career in Aged Care could be for you! Aged Care is a rapidly growing industry and during the course you will...
This is a great opportunity to gain two qualifications that are highly regarded in the Aged Care industry. The dual course Certificate IV in Ageing Support (CHC43015) and Certificate IV in Leisure and Health (CHC43415) is a good place to start if you...
Get the most sought after qualification in the caregiving industry. Aged care is a rapidly growing industry, thanks to an overall ageing population. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australia has a larger proportion of the population b...
Are you compassionate and wanting to make a difference? Our CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support is a course designed for those wanting to help care for vulnerable people that need assistance. To be an individual support worker, you should po...
Do you have a compassionate nature and good people skills? A career in aged care, disability, or home and community care could be for you. This is a new qualification that replaces the Certificate III in Aged Care, Certificate III in Home and Communit...
This nationally recognised, Free TAFE course offers a wealth of benefits and promising career rewards. If you have a compassionate nature and excellent people skills, this course is the ideal choice for you. Individual Support now offers two specialize...
This nationally recognized, Free TAFE course opens doors to a compassionate healthcare career, offering numerous benefits and promising rewards. If you possess strong people skills and a caring nature, this opportunity is perfect for you. In the disabi...
Our nationally recognised CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support is an ideal qualification if you’re looking for entry work in the booming aged care sector. You will unlock a variety of entry-level work situations in the community services ind...
Are you passionate about a career in caring for others, both in the aged care and disability sectors? The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) is your gateway to becoming a skilled Care Worker in these vital fields. As...
If you have a passion for helping those most in need, this qualification is one way you can utilise your knowledge for the benefit of others. The Aged Care and Disability sector is one of Australia’s largest and fastest growing service industries. In 2...
Get started in a career in aged care and learn the practical skills and knowledge needed to provide individual support to elderly clients. Open Colleges’ online Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is an entry-level qualification that c...
The world needs dedicated compassionate carers. With an aging population, aged care providers are increasingly in demand nationwide. In this course, you’ll learn all the skills needed to thrive as a caregiver, whether in a home setting, in a comm...
If you have a passion for helping those most in need, studying a Certificate 3 in Individual Support Ageing is one way you can utilise your knowledge for the benefit of others. This course will give you the skills and knowledge to provide person-centre...
Are you passionate about a career in caring for others? The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is your gateway to becoming a skilled Care Worker in the aged care sector. As a professional in aged care, you’ll have the opportu...
An aged care course is a course that teaches you a range of skills to best equip you to work with the elderly. These courses will prepare you to work in a variety of areas, including:
Working in the aged care industry can be incredibly rewarding, whether you’re a personal care worker, in support services for healthcare operations or working in aged care facilities. Aged care can also offer you a wide range of employment options, including full-time work, part-time work, contract work or management opportunities.
Aged care workers see high rates of personal accomplishment from within their work, as delivering home care or being a support worker for the elderly can result in you building meaningful personal relationships with those that you care for.
During a course, you’ll be required to undertake several core units, as well as possibly the option of elective units. These units may include:
Depending on the level of study you complete, you may also undertake a work placement during your study, along with more detailed units.
Some of the courses you could complete include:
There may also be options for further study after you’ve completed your initial course.
Melbourne is the capital city of Victoria, and a vibrant Australian centre for art, culture and cuisine. As such, there are several TAFE schools, CRICOS providers, and schools within the CBD that can give you the best of studying and working. If you’re an international student, you should check with CRICOS before enrolling in a course to ensure that you’re eligible.
There may also be government funding options for students who are looking to work in aged care, with tuition fees, payments plans, start dates and ABNs varying between RTOs.
If you think an aged care course could be for you, enquire above about a specific course.