What skills do you need to work within the age care sector?
Career pathway CARE & SUPPORT!
If you want to make a real difference in the lives of older Australians, a career in the Aged Care Services Sector could be for you. There is a diverse range of job roles and career pathways on offer, including opportunities to upskill and grow your career.
Certificate 3
Develop the core skills to work with older people in a range of care environments including; in home care and residential care. In these jobs, person-centred support is provided to older people meeting their individual needs.
With no entry requirements or pre-requisites applicable to this course, there is no easier way to get started!
This qualification is considered the baseline standard for people entering the aged care sector.
This course prepares you to engage with older people, understand their needs, communicate effectively and be able to perform the basic skills expected of a new care worker.
Certificate 3
Individual
Support
(ageing)
Certificate 3
Individual Support
(ageing)
Certificate 3
Allied Health Assis
Certificate 4
The Certificate IV in Ageing Support builds on the foundational knowledge gained in the Certificate III in Individual Support, offering more advanced skills for those wishing to take on higher responsibilities in aged care.
Unlike the Certificate III, which focuses on providing basic care and assistance, the Certificate IV prepares you for more complex tasks such as developing care plans, managing teams, and supporting people with diverse needs.
It also emphasises leadership, communication, and coordinating care for clients with complex conditions, making it ideal for those who wish to advance in their career and take on supervisory or managerial roles within the aged care sector.
Certificate 4
in Ageing Support
Certificate 4
in Ageing Support
Certificate 4
Leisure & Health
Leadership Management
Degrees
A degree in aged care goes beyond the foundational and intermediate skills provided by Certificate III and Certificate IV qualifications. It is designed for those looking to take on leadership, management, and strategic roles in the aged care sector.
While Certificate III and IV focus on direct care delivery and hands-on support, a degree in aged care covers areas such as policy development, aged care management, and the broader health and social systems impacting older people.
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Unlike the Certificate IV, which focuses on providing person-centred care and supporting individuals with complex needs, a degree in aged care prepares graduates to oversee teams, manage aged care services, and contribute to the development of practices that improve care standards. It is ideal for individuals looking to progress into roles such as aged care facility manager, policy advisor, or researcher, helping shape the future of the aged care industry at a systemic level.
Bachelor
Of Nursing
Bachelor
Of Dementia Care
Masters
Of Ageing & Health
