Aged Care

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Aged Care Coordinator

An Aged Care Coordinator manages the care of elderly individuals, ensuring they receive tailored support and enhancing their quality of life.

Avg yearly income $74,880
Skill level Beginner

Personal Carer

Personal Carers support elderly and vulnerable individuals with daily tasks, providing companionship and liaising with families and healthcare professionals.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Residential Care Worker

Residential Care Workers support children and adults in various facilities, providing personal services and maintaining close relationships with clients and their families.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Lifestyle Coordinator

A Lifestyle Coordinator plans and organises activities and events for residents in care facilities, focusing on their physical, social, and emotional needs.

Avg yearly income $70,200
Skill level Advanced

Mental Health Advocate

A Mental Health Advocate supports individuals by promoting their rights, accessing services, and navigating mental health systems with empathy and guidance.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Advanced

Aged Care Worker

Aged Care Workers support the elderly by assisting with daily tasks, personal care, and liaising with families about health and medication.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Community Care Worker

Community Care Workers support children and adults in care facilities with personal services, building close relationships with clients and their families.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Home Care Assistance Worker

Home Care Assistance Workers provide personal care to elderly and vulnerable individuals in their homes, promoting independence and building strong client relationships.

Avg yearly income $54,600
Skill level Beginner

Home Carer

A Home Carer supports people with additional needs at home, assisting with daily tasks, personal care, and accompanying clients to appointments.

Avg yearly income $61,880
Skill level Beginner

Trainee Support Worker

A Trainee Support Worker assists clients with daily activities in aged care or disability services, offering practical and emotional support.

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Beginner

Diversional Therapy Assistant

Diversional Therapy Assistants support leisure programs, enhancing the social and emotional wellbeing of isolated or vulnerable individuals.

Avg yearly income $52,936
Skill level Advanced

Residential Care Officer

Residential Care Officers lead care teams in facilities, ensuring residents receive excellent personal care while managing staff and administrative tasks.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Advanced

Aged Care Manager

Aged Care Managers oversee operations in care facilities, managing finances, compliance, and staff while ensuring quality service and safety standards.

Avg yearly income $104,000
Skill level Advanced

Aboriginal Aged Care Worker

An Aboriginal Aged Care Worker supports Indigenous elders' health, conducting assessments and liaising with clients and healthcare professionals in various settings.

Avg yearly income $54,600
Skill level Beginner

Gerontologist

Gerontologists focus on the care and wellbeing of those over 65, helping the elderly maintain health, fitness, and social connections.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Beginner

Aged Care Team Leader

An Aged Care Team Leader supervises care services for elderly clients, managing teams and ensuring personalised support and compliance with standards.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Care Coordinator

A Care Coordinator manages client care in aged or disability services, ensuring daily support, liaising with families, and organising specialist staff.

Avg yearly income $73,580
Skill level Beginner

Aged Care Nurse

An Aged Care Nurse provides specialised care to elderly patients, monitoring health, administering treatments, and assisting with daily activities.

Avg yearly income $79,560
Skill level Advanced

Diversional Therapist

A Diversional Therapist organises activities for individuals with specific needs, addressing social, physical, and emotional well-being while ensuring effective communication.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in aged care

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CHC43315

Certificate IV in Mental Health
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 18 months
$0 - $5,997
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Peer Support Worker Mental Health Worker Outreach Worker
Crisis Support Worker Mental Health Practitioner Mental Health Support Worker Mental Health Advocate Community Rehabilitation Worker Behaviour Therapist Mental Health Case Manager
+ 7 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 - 18 months
$0 - $7,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainee Support Worker Residential Care Worker Community Care Worker
Personal Carer Aged Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Disability Support Worker Home Carer Aboriginal Disability Worker Senior Support Worker Mental Health Support Worker Disability Team Leader Disability Service Officer Home Care Nurse Disability Advocate NDIS Worker Education Support Officer
+ 14 more
CHC43121

Certificate IV in Disability Support
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$3,250 - $8,800
  • Completed Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Completed CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Service Officer Disability Team Leader Disability Support Worker
Aboriginal Disability Worker Residential Care Worker Personal Carer Lifestyle Coordinator NDIS Worker
+ 5 more
  • Completed Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Completed CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
  • Completed CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Service Officer Disability Team Leader Disability Support Worker Aboriginal Disability Worker Residential Care Worker Personal Carer Lifestyle Coordinator NDIS Worker + 5 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)
On Campus, Online
5 - 12 months
$0 - $7,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Home Carer Disability Support Worker Community Care Worker
Home Care Assistance Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker Aged Care Worker Support Worker
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Home Carer Disability Support Worker Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker Aged Care Worker Support Worker + 5 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
Blended, On Campus, Online
16 weeks
$0 - $3,958
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Gerontologist Aged Care Coordinator Home Care Nurse
Aged Care Manager Senior Support Worker Patient Care Assistant Residential Care Officer Aboriginal Aged Care Worker Home Carer Support Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker Community Care Worker Trainee Support Worker Disability Support Worker
+ 14 more
CHC52021

Diploma of Community Services
Blended, On Campus, Online
8 - 18 months
$0 - $13,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Housing Officer Support Worker Community Corrections Officer
Community Development Worker Senior Support Worker Family Support Worker Welfare Worker Youth Justice Officer Outreach Worker Intake Worker Aboriginal Community Care Worker Park Manager Rehabilitation Counsellor Case Manager Community Care Worker Arts Programmer Human Rights Advocate Editorial Writer Creative Writer Climate Scientist Resource Economist Agricultural Economist Neurologist Youth Support Officer Community Services Officer Community Outreach Coordinator International Development Worker Behaviour Support Specialist Crime Prevention Officer Social Justice Advocate Community Arts Worker Policy Researcher Community Worker Human Rights Activist Community Educator Mental Health Advocate Nutrition Advisor Nutrition Scientist Healthcare Social Worker Palliative Care Social Worker Law Enforcement Officer Youth Officer Probation Officer Intelligence Officer Case Worker Regional Coordinator Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Council Member Financial Counsellor Conservation Manager Student Experience Officer Remedial Yoga Therapist Social Worker Life Coach Migrant Support Worker Art Therapist Clinical Supervisor Community Health Liaison Addiction Counsellor Global Health Advisor Community Advocate Wellbeing Coordinator Humanitarian Aid Worker Cultural Advisor Indigenous Support Worker Mental Health Case Manager Education Support Officer Community Engagement Coordinator Social Welfare Officer Hospital Social Worker Disability Advocate Social Work Supervisor Child Psychologist Family Therapist Youth Advocate Community Rehabilitation Worker Disability Employment Consultant Doula Community Recovery Officer Aged Care Coordinator Program Evaluator Gerontologist Health Advisor
+ 80 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Housing Officer Support Worker Community Corrections Officer Community Development Worker Senior Support Worker Family Support Worker Welfare Worker Youth Justice Officer Outreach Worker Intake Worker Aboriginal Community Care Worker Park Manager Rehabilitation Counsellor Case Manager Community Care Worker Arts Programmer Human Rights Advocate Editorial Writer Creative Writer Climate Scientist Resource Economist Agricultural Economist Neurologist Youth Support Officer Community Services Officer Community Outreach Coordinator International Development Worker Behaviour Support Specialist Crime Prevention Officer Social Justice Advocate Community Arts Worker Policy Researcher Community Worker Human Rights Activist Community Educator Mental Health Advocate Nutrition Advisor Nutrition Scientist Healthcare Social Worker Palliative Care Social Worker Law Enforcement Officer Youth Officer Probation Officer Intelligence Officer Case Worker Regional Coordinator Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Council Member Financial Counsellor Conservation Manager Student Experience Officer Remedial Yoga Therapist Social Worker Life Coach Migrant Support Worker Art Therapist Clinical Supervisor Community Health Liaison Addiction Counsellor Global Health Advisor Community Advocate Wellbeing Coordinator Humanitarian Aid Worker Cultural Advisor Indigenous Support Worker Mental Health Case Manager Education Support Officer Community Engagement Coordinator Social Welfare Officer Hospital Social Worker Disability Advocate Social Work Supervisor Child Psychologist Family Therapist Youth Advocate Community Rehabilitation Worker Disability Employment Consultant Doula Community Recovery Officer Aged Care Coordinator Program Evaluator Gerontologist Health Advisor + 80 more
CHC43415

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
Blended, On Campus, Online
8 - 12 months
$3,500 - $3,950
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Program Coordinator Disability Support Worker Wellness Coordinator
Community Support Worker Diversional Therapy Assistant Lifestyle Coordinator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Program Coordinator Disability Support Worker Wellness Coordinator Community Support Worker Diversional Therapy Assistant Lifestyle Coordinator + 3 more
CHC42021

Certificate IV in Community Services
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$30 - $4,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Social Welfare Officer Cultural Advisor Indigenous Support Worker
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker NDIS Worker Court Support Worker Community Health Liaison Community Advocate Doula Community Recovery Officer Youth Advocate Disability Employment Consultant Mental Health Advocate Youth Officer Probation Officer Community Educator Community Services Officer Youth Support Officer Community Worker Behaviour Support Specialist Community Outreach Coordinator Rehabilitation Counsellor Animal Shelter Attendant Life Coach Case Worker Migrant Support Worker Mental Health Support Worker Community Care Worker Peer Support Worker Residential Care Worker Residential Care Officer Intake Worker Youth Case Worker Support Worker Volunteer Coordinator Community Support Worker Aboriginal Community Care Worker Outreach Worker Youth Justice Officer Case Manager Senior Support Worker Welfare Worker Community Corrections Officer Community Development Worker Family Support Worker Housing Officer Youth Worker
+ 44 more
HLT37315

Certificate III in Health Administration
On Campus, Online
3 - 12 months
$0 - $3,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Coordinator Health Consultant Health Advisor
Ophthalmic Technician Health Administrator Clinical Researcher Hospital Administrator Home Care Nurse Dermatology Assistant Medical Assistant Health Informatician Health Service Manager Remote Area Nurse Renal Care Nurse Anaesthetic Technician Local Government Customer Service Assistant Diabetes Educator Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator Neurologist Dental Office Manager Medical Administrator Medical Secretary Dental Receptionist Clinic Administrator Therapy Aide Patient Liaison Officer Ward Clerk Admissions Clerk Medical Receptionist
+ 26 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support
On Campus
6 months
$0 - $3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker
Home Care Assistance Worker Community Care Worker Disability Support Worker Trainee Support Worker Senior Support Worker Support Worker Residential Care Officer Peer Support Worker Patient Care Assistant Home Carer Care Coordinator Community Support Worker NDIS Worker Triage Nurse Doula Community Rehabilitation Worker Hospital Orderly Kennel Hand Animal Shelter Attendant Trainee Remedial Yoga Therapist
+ 21 more
CHC53415

Diploma of Leisure and Health
Blended, Online
12 - 14 months
$0 - $5,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Lifestyle Coordinator Diversional Therapy Assistant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Lifestyle Coordinator Diversional Therapy Assistant
CHC43015

Certificate IV In Ageing Support
Blended, Online
9 - 12 months
$0 - $3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Team Leader Residential Care Officer Lifestyle Coordinator
Aged Care Worker Senior Support Worker Trainee Support Worker Support Worker Patient Care Assistant Personal Carer Peer Support Worker Residential Care Worker Aged Care Manager Aboriginal Aged Care Worker Aged Care Coordinator
+ 11 more
CHC53315

Diploma of Mental Health
Online
12 months
$7,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Wellbeing Coordinator Behaviour Therapist Psychiatric Nurse
Child Psychologist Addiction Counsellor Family Therapist Neuroscientist Community Services Officer Mental Health Advocate Mental Health Case Manager Healthcare Social Worker Palliative Care Social Worker Probation Officer Community Worker Human Rights Advocate Advanced Personal Trainer Remedial Yoga Therapist Life Coach Mental Health Support Worker Intake Worker Rehabilitation Counsellor Mental Health Practitioner Crisis Support Worker Mental Health Worker Peer Support Worker Support Worker Family Support Worker Outreach Worker Health Advisor
+ 26 more
HLT33021

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Allied Health Assistant Medical Imaging Assistant Therapy Aide
Occupational Therapy Assistant Allied Health Professional Pathology Assistant Patient Services Assistant Trainee Physiotherapy Assistant Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator Advanced Personal Trainer Anaesthetic Technician Myotherapist Hospital Orderly Alcohol and Drug Tester (AOD) Pharmaceutical Production Worker Audiometrist Perioperative Nurse Renal Care Nurse Remote Area Nurse Hospital Social Worker Disability Advocate Community Rehabilitation Worker Ophthalmic Technician Healthcare Consultant Emergency Response Specialist Trauma Nurse Aged Care Coordinator
+ 25 more
HLT43021

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
Online
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Speech Pathologist Assistant Therapy Aide Occupational Therapy Assistant
Diversional Therapy Assistant Allied Health Professional Nutrition Assistant Allied Health Assistant Ward Assistant Patient Care Assistant Patient Services Assistant Pathology Assistant Biomedical Engineer Physiotherapy Assistant Remedial Yoga Therapist Neuromuscular Therapist Nutrition Scientist Cardiac Technician Speech Therapist Community Rehabilitation Worker Intensive Care Nurse Mammographer Community Health Liaison Radiology Technician MRI Technologist PET Technologist General Practice Nurse Neurological Physiotherapist Wellness Coach Exercise Physiotherapist
+ 26 more
CHC62015

Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management
Online
12 months
$6,898
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Case Manager Aged Care Manager Community Development Manager
Program Manager Disability Team Leader Health Services Manager Practice Manager
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Case Manager Aged Care Manager Community Development Manager Program Manager Disability Team Leader Health Services Manager Practice Manager + 4 more
HLT54121

Diploma of Nursing
On Campus
20 months
$14,779 - $31,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Rehabilitation Nurse Aged Care Nurse Mental Health Nurse
Enrolled Nurse Community Health Nurse Remote Area Nurse Renal Care Nurse Critical Care Nurse Acute Care Nurse Cosmetic Nurse Surgical Nurse Palliative Care Nurse Oncology Nurse School Nurse Intensive Care Nurse Clinical Facilitator Aged Care Coordinator Triage Nurse Trauma Nurse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker IVF Nurse Occupational Health Nurse General Practice Nurse Midwife Registered Nurse
+ 22 more
HLT41120

Certificate IV in Health Care
Blended
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Patient Transport Officer Industrial Medic Emergency Medical Technician
Volunteer Ambulance Driver Community Care Worker Disability Support Worker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Patient Transport Officer Industrial Medic Emergency Medical Technician Volunteer Ambulance Driver Community Care Worker Disability Support Worker + 3 more
CHC43215

Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs
On Campus, Online
14 months
$1,209 - $4,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Rehabilitation Counsellor Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Alcohol and Drug Tester (AOD)
Law Enforcement Officer Probation Officer Mental Health Advocate Drug and Alcohol Counsellor Substance Abuse Counsellor Welfare Worker
+ 6 more
HLTWHS005

Conduct Manual Tasks Safely
On Campus
5 hours
$125
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cleaner Aged Care Worker Furniture Removalist
Landscaper Gardener Meat Process Worker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cleaner Aged Care Worker Furniture Removalist Landscaper Gardener Meat Process Worker + 3 more
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Key questions

How can I make my application stand out when applying for casual work in aged care?

To make your application stand out, clearly list your qualifications and experience, paying special attention to your dates of employment. Keep cover letters brief, and ensure your resume is regularly updated on job platforms like Seek. Referrals from current workers in aged care can also help boost your chances.

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Craig Shepherd Industry expert

What qualifications do I need to work in aged care?

To start work in aged care, the minimum qualification required is a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or similar, such as a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance. This level of training can qualify you to become an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) or Personal Care Worker (PCW). For registered nurses (RNs), AHPRA registration and evidence of a bachelor's degree are required. Additional qualifications in areas like dementia care, palliative care, and medication administration can make candidates more competitive.

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Craig Shepherd Industry expert

Further reading

How to start a career in Aged Care

23rd March 2021)

What can you do with a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)?

4th August 2020)

A Comprehensive Guide to Casual and Temporary Work in the Aged Care Industry

18th September 2024)

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