Queensland

Aged Care Courses in Cairns

Find aged care courses in Cairns.

Courses for beginners

There are 38 courses available in Cairns Queensland for beginner learners with no prior experience or qualifications.

CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Blended, Online
6 - 18 months
$2,500 - $5,100
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Home Carer Disability Service Officer Disability Support Worker
Home Care Assistance Worker Community Care Worker Residential Care Worker NDIS Worker
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Home Carer Disability Service Officer Disability Support Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Community Care Worker Residential Care Worker NDIS Worker + 4 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)
Online
4 - 12 months
$3,958
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Home Carer Personal Carer Residential Care Worker
Aged Care Worker Disability Support Worker Support Worker Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker NDIS Worker
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Home Carer Personal Carer Residential Care Worker Aged Care Worker Disability Support Worker Support Worker Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker NDIS Worker + 6 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support
Blended, Online
12 months
$4,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Support Worker Home Carer Community Support Worker
Support Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Community Care Worker Personal Carer Aged Care Worker NDIS Worker
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Support Worker Home Carer Community Support Worker Support Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Community Care Worker Personal Carer Aged Care Worker NDIS Worker + 6 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
Online
18 months
$3,958
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker
Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Residential Care Officer Disability Support Worker Home Carer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Residential Care Officer Disability Support Worker Home Carer + 5 more
HLT30121

Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
Blended, On Campus
6 - 24 months
$200 - $7,655
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aboriginal Community Care Worker Aboriginal Health Worker Aboriginal Disability Worker
Aboriginal Aged Care Worker
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aboriginal Community Care Worker Aboriginal Health Worker Aboriginal Disability Worker Aboriginal Aged Care Worker + 1 more
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Courses for experienced learners

There are 24 courses available in Cairns Queensland for experienced learners with prior experience or qualifications.

CHC43121

Certificate IV in Disability Support
Online
6 - 12 months
$3,000 - $4,000
  • 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.
Residential Care Worker Community Support Worker Disability Support Worker
Disability Service Officer Disability Team Leader NDIS Worker
+ 3 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.
Residential Care Worker Community Support Worker Disability Support Worker Disability Service Officer Disability Team Leader NDIS Worker + 3 more
CHC43415

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
Online
9 months
$3,000 - $3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Program Coordinator Community Support Worker Lifestyle Coordinator
Diversional Therapy Assistant Wellness Coordinator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Program Coordinator Community Support Worker Lifestyle Coordinator Diversional Therapy Assistant Wellness Coordinator + 2 more
CHC42021

Certificate IV in Community Services
Online
12 months
$4,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Support Worker Youth Worker Family Support Worker
Community Care Worker Case Manager Community Development Worker Case Worker Community Health Liaison Community Advocate
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Support Worker Youth Worker Family Support Worker Community Care Worker Case Manager Community Development Worker Case Worker Community Health Liaison Community Advocate + 6 more
CHC43015

Certificate IV In Ageing Support
Online
9 months
$3,000 - $3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Senior Support Worker Lifestyle Coordinator Support Worker
Residential Care Officer Aged Care Team Leader Residential Care Worker Aged Care Worker Aged Care Coordinator
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Senior Support Worker Lifestyle Coordinator Support Worker Residential Care Officer Aged Care Team Leader Residential Care Worker Aged Care Worker Aged Care Coordinator + 5 more
CHC52021

Diploma of Community Services (Case Management)
Online
12 - 24 months
$5,788 - $7,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Case Manager Case Worker Youth Case Worker
Case Manager Care Coordinator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Case Manager Case Worker Youth Case Worker Case Manager Care Coordinator + 2 more
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

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More about aged care courses in Cairns

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? For those in the Cairns area looking to embark on a rewarding career in aged care, Courses.com.au offers a variety of comprehensive aged care courses to suit your needs. With a total of 10 courses available, you can choose from beginner programs such as the Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) and the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability), each designed to provide you with essential skills for various job roles within the industry.

If you're already in the field and looking to advance your career, the Cairns region also offers more specialised options like the Certificate IV in Disability Support and the Certificate IV in Ageing Support. These courses will help sharpen your skills and prepare you for higher responsibilities, such as working in case management with a Diploma of Community Services (Case Management). With the right training, you can play an integral role in enhancing the quality of life for seniors in the vibrant Cairns community.

Regardless of your experience level, pursuing a course in aged care is a step towards a fulfilling career helping others. From delivering first aid with the Provide First Aid course to mastering cardiac care with CPR training, Cairns offers you the opportunity to build a solid foundation in this essential field. Start your journey today and explore the potential that awaits in aged care – there's no better time than now to invest in your future!

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