Aged care

Aged care refers to the services and support provided to elderly individuals who may need assistance with their daily lives due to aging-related issues or health conditions. Roles in this sector help improve the quality of life and well-being of older adults.

Aged care is a vital and growing sector that offers a wide range of career opportunities. It can be a fulfilling and stable career choice with numerous personal and professional benefits including flexible work options and the ability to make a positive impact on those around you.

We offer a range of qualifications, short courses and digital credentials to help you gain the skills and knowledge to become an aged care worker.

 

“genU Training organized an amazing facility for me to complete my placement. I really got to see what working in the industry would be like, which was a huge benefit and then they offered me a job! I could not be happier.”

Amy Cotteril
Individual Support Graduate

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HLTHPS006

Assist Clients with Medication

  • Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia
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CHCSS00070

Assist Clients with Medication Skill Set

  • South Australia, Victoria
  • Blended
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Assisting with Medication

  • Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, Western Australia
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Bowel Care / Skin Integrity / Catheter Care

  • Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, Western Australia
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Bowel Care for Support Workers

  • Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, Western Australia
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Catheter Care for Support Workers

  • Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, Western Australia
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CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

  • South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria
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Diabetes Care for Support Workers

  • Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, Western Australia
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Hazardous Manual Handling

  • Victoria
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Induction

  • New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are a number of courses that can help provide the skills and knowledge needed to become an aged care worker.

 

Our Induction (into disability, health and community services) short course is a great starting point. This course can be completed in just 8 weeks and gives learners a ‘taste’ of the support sector. It is a nationally recognised skill set for anyone seeking an entry-level role in the aged care sector.

Aged care workers provide physical, social and emotional support to people who are ageing. This can occur in a community or residential setting.

 

You may be responsible for:

  • Individual Support Plans and implementing them effectively.
  • Basic first aid and palliative care support.
  • Supporting clients in maintaining independence.
  • Managing schedules, medical appointments, and daily tasks efficiently.
  • Providing physical assistance, including lifting, transferring, and mobility support.

We deliver one nationally recognised qualification that provides practical, technical and procedural knowledge to prepare you to become an aged care worker and understand the concepts and practices of person-centred support.

 

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is an 11 month qualification that is delivered using a blend of virtual training and 8 on-campus sessions.

A great aged care worker possesses a combination of personal qualities, skills, and knowledge, including:

  • Ability to communicate clearly and adapt communication styles based on the individual’s needs.
  • Understanding and sharing the feelings of others, to foster trust and connection.
  • Quickly finding practical solutions to challenges while considering the individual’s preferences.
  • Familiarity with emergency response and safety protocols, ensuring the well-being of clients.
  • Remaining calm and composed, especially in challenging situations.
  • Treating clients with dignity, respecting their independence, and valuing their choices.
  • Being dependable and consistent, creating a sense of stability for the individual.
  • Sensitivity to diverse cultural, social, and linguistic backgrounds.
  • Encouraging and maintaining a supportive environment.
  • Maintaining confidentiality and setting boundaries.

 

A great aged care worker can make a profound impact on the lives of individuals they support, fostering a sense of connection, social inclusion, and independence.

The demand for aged care workers is extremely high. A CEDA report found that Australia is facing a shortage of at least 110,000 aged care workers in the next decade.

 

Graduates of Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) can explore a range of roles and career paths within the support sector. Potential job roles include:

  • Aged Care Worker
  • Aged Care Day Services Practitioner
  • Residential Support Worker
  • Respite Support Worker
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