How to Become an Aged Care Worker: Australian Careers in Social Work

Gain the skills to make a positive impact in the lives of clients in aged care, health, and the community services sectors with the CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health offered by Open Colleges in association with Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd (RTO: 90197).

This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to plan, implement and monitor individual and group activities for a diverse range of people. You’ll learn to support independence and wellbeing, relationships with carers and families, as well as community participation and social inclusion. You’ll learn by working for a fictitious care facility where you’ll be introduced to a range of fictitious colleagues and be faced with a variety of situations you may encounter in a real-life workplace.

Gain practical skills

To successfully complete this course and gain hands-on experience you must complete a minimum of 120 hours of work placement, within a suitable workplace. Suitable workplaces include residential aged care facilities, respite care facilities, day care centres, home care environments, community support settings, rehabilitation services and refuges.

PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run RTO, not government-run like a TAFE, so they cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrollment with Open Colleges.

If you are looking to start a successful healthcare career, this HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance and HLT43015 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance dual qualification from Foundation Education can open many doors in this exciting field. By completing this course and becoming a qualified Allied Health Assistant, you will gain all the necessary skills to confidently assist other health care professionals in diagnosing, preventing and treating a range of conditions and illnesses across a wide variety of fields, from physiotherapy and occupational therapy to nutrition and dietetics.

The course is structured in a way that will streamline your studies and allow you to complete both Certificate III and Certificate IV qualifications without having to complete additional practical work. Initially you will study units required for completion of Certificate III that will teach you all the basics of allied health work, followed by a Certificate IV course which will give you a more in-depth and specialised understanding of various functions you will perform as an Allied Health Assistant.

You’re required to do at least 120 hours of work placement prior to graduation.

At the completion of the course you will have all the knowledge required to conduct therapeutic and program related activities under the guidance of an allied health professional and you will be able to commence work in a range of health institutions such as hospitals, private practices, community health centres or care homes.

Go from beginner to professional community services worker with the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), offered by Open Colleges in association with Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd (RTO: 90197).

The course is designed to get you job-ready, providing you with the skills and training you need to step directly into a support role when you finish. You’ll learn how to facilitate the empowerment of older people; work with diverse people; the legal and ethical requirements for working in a care role; implement behaviour support strategies, plus much more.

Practical component

While this course is offered 100% online, you’ll also be required to undertake at least 160 hours of work placement to put your learning into practice and gain industry exposure.

This Certificate III will be issued by Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd.

PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run RTO, not government-run like a TAFE, so they cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrolment with Open Colleges.

Please note – this course is available to Western Australian residents only.

If you are looking for a career that utilises your great communication and interpersonal skills as well as your desire to help others in the community, then this CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services qualification from Industry Skills Training could be a great career step. This qualification is also ideal for people already working in the community services sector who wish to expand their knowledge in the field and further their career.

The course will teach you essential skills required for holding positions involved in community services, case management and social housing that focus on management, coordination and delivery of person-centred services to individuals, groups and various communities.

By acquiring skills such as facilitating workplace debriefing and support processes, managing legal and ethical compliance, assessing and promoting social, emotional and physical well-being, providing advocacy and representation services and development and facilitation of all aspects of case management, you will be able to confidently perform in a range of community services positions across a broad spectrum of organisations.

This qualification will also enable you to work autonomously under broad directions from senior management, as well as to oversee the work of junior staff members.

This course if offered at our Malaga campus (full time Mon – Fri), and our Joondalup campus (3 evenings a week Tues-Thurs).

There is a minimum work placement component of 100 hours.

Note: This course is available through the Jobs & Skills WA Priority Industry Training and Lower Fees, Local Skills programs. A government funded discount is available for eligible students. Enquire now to find out if you qualify. This course is NOT available to people on 500 or 600 visas.

Are you looking to use the power of psychology to make an impact but don’t have a background in the field? The Graduate Diploma in Psychology from UTS Online is 100% online and is your first step towards pursuing your career in psychology.

Psychological science can be applied in a range of disciplines, including health care, business management, HR, urban planning, sport performance, public service, and more.

In this course you’ll gain contemporary knowledge and practical skills, preparing you to harness the power of psychology, whatever your field of your work.

Upon successful completion of this course, you may apply for the Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced), which is the next step in your pathway to becoming a registered psychologist or researcher.

If you are a compassionate person with good communication skills, and would like to build a rewarding career based on building stronger local communities, then this CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services qualification from Insight Training could be just the thing you’re looking for.

This contemporary course is specifically designed to give you all the skills and knowledge required to take on challenges presented in community services roles, as well as the ability to take on more senior and management roles in the sector. You will learn essential skills such as how to analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services, how to develop and implement service programs, how to manage legal and ethical compliance and how to develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management.

The course will allow you to choose an elective specialisation that focuses on one of the important aspects of community work such as drug and alcohol recovery, mental health, disability, youth work or case management. The course also involves 100-120 hours of practical work placement which will allow you to gain crucial practical experience required to hit the ground running once you take on a specific role in the industry.

You have a choice of studying this course online (blended with virtual classes), or by correspondence. Please note that both options still involve the practical work experience component.

This course is government funded through the Jobs and Skills WA program, which applies to eligible WA residents.

This course uses the following delivery methods, please take this into account when assessing course suitability:

• Blended with virtual classes – you can do the whole course online but you do need to attend some online classes at specific times (a couple of nights per week) with trainers. This study mode is government funded and is the most popular type of study mode used by students at Insight Training.

Please Note: This course is NOT available to people on a 500 or 600 visa.

If you’re the type of person who is driven by a strong sense of compassion and want to turn your love for helping people in need into a rewarding and stable career, then this CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) qualification from Insight Training could be exactly what you’re looking for.

Australia has an ageing population and demand for qualified Aged Care professionals is on the rise, so this is a perfect time to enter this growing industry. This qualification will ensure that you have all the necessary skills and confidence to perform to your best in this important and in-demand sector. You will gain crucial skills such as how to communicate and work in health or community services, how to facilitate the empowerment of older people, how to deliver care services using a palliative approach and how to provide support to people living with dementia, and by the end of the course you will be fully equipped and qualified to take on a range of individual and community support roles in the Aged Care sector and beyond.

This course also entails a 120 hour practical work component at an approved service facility which will both serve to test your skills in a real-life work environment and give you practical experience within the industry. Insight Training will be able to assist students with finding appropriate placement if required.

You have a choice of studying this course in-classroom at one of our campuses (in Morley, Joondalup or Rockingham) or do blended study. Please note that both options still involve the practical work experience component.

This CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is available in Perth and regional WA. It is government-funded through the Jobs and Skills WA program, which applies to eligible WA residents, and is also covered by the WA Government and Commonwealth’s “Free in ’23 – extended into ’24” program, where students who qualify can enrol in eligible courses at no cost. Enquire today to see if you qualify!

This course uses the following delivery methods, please take this into account when assessing course suitability:

• On Campus / Classroom – you will need to attend daytime classes at one of Insight Training’s campuses at Morley, Rockingham or Joondalup in order to complete this course. This study mode is government funded.

After achieving this qualification, students may undertake the CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support.

Please Note: This course is NOT available to people on a 500 or 600 visa.

If you possess a strong sense of compassion and excellent communication skills, and are looking to commence a rewarding career based on helping people in your community, then this CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health qualification from Insight Training could be just the course you’re looking for.

Focus on mental health in Australia is on the rise, as is the demand for trained mental health professionals nationally, and this course is specifically designed to give you all the necessary skills and knowledge, as well as confidence, to join this fast growing industry. By learning essential skills such as how to assess and promote social, emotional and physical well-being, how to recognise and respond to crisis situations, how to provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drug issues and how to work collaboratively with the care network and other services you will set yourself up to perform competently in one of many community or individual mental health support roles available throughout the country. This qualification will provide the basis for a fulfilling that will see you making a real difference in the community.

This course features 80 hours of practical work that will ensure that you are fully prepared to put your newly gained skills to use in real-world situations.

You have a choice of studying this course online (blended with virtual classes), or by correspondence. Please note that both options still involve the practical work experience component.

After successful completion of this course, you may like to do further study with the CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services.

This CHC43315 Certificate in Mental Health qualification from Insight Training has government funding from the Jobs and Skills WA program, which applies to eligible WA residents, and is also backed by the WA and Commonwealth Government funding initiative “Free in ’23 – extended into ’24”, where eligible students can enrol in a select group of courses at no cost. Enquire today to see if you qualify!

This course uses the following delivery methods, please take this into account when assessing course suitability:

• Blended with virtual classes – you can do the whole course online but you do need to attend some online classes at specific times (a couple of nights per week) with trainers. This study mode is government funded and is the most popular type of study mode used by students at Insight Training.

Please Note: This course is NOT available to people on a 500 or 600 visa.

This CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support qualification from Phillips Institute is ideal for individuals seeking a career change, or those looking to upgrade their aged care, health, or community services background and experience.

The Certificate IV in Aged Care is quickly becoming a requirement for all Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) as more employers seek qualified workers to provide services to the elderly with complex needs. This qualification allows you to provide basic nursing care and other daily living activities to individuals with complex needs. Additionally, you will gain the necessary skills to train and support other workers and residents to promote independence and community participation. You will also learn delegation and supervision techniques for other workers, such as Certificate III workers, and care planning and documentation to improve the quality of care provided to the elderly.

The course can be delivered via a combination of classroom workshops, Zoom classes, blended online learning, and lab skill days to deliver essential theory, skills, and knowledge. There are also practical training opportunities for you to develop your skills on the job, including placement in an aged care facility under supervision for a specified period of time. If you are already an active participant or currently employed in the residential aged care industry, your expertise will be recognised and you may be provided with the appropriate accreditation.

This course is covered by the Victorian Government’s Skills First funding program and eligible students can have 100% of their tuition fees covered. Please enquire now to see if you qualify for this government funding.