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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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
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.
Probation Officer Mental Health Case Manager Mental Health Counsellor
Home Care Nurse Pastoral Care Worker Mental Health Clinician Law Enforcement Officer Healthcare Social Worker Community Services Officer Child Psychologist Mental Health Advocate Community Rehabilitation Worker Disability Employment Consultant Mental Health Practitioner Behaviour Therapist Community Psychologist Mental Health Support Worker Crisis Support Worker Mental Health Worker Student Counsellor Family Support Worker Support Worker Outreach Worker Relationship Counsellor Peer Support Worker Rehabilitation Counsellor Life Coach Mental Health Specialist
+ 25 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 - 18 months
$0 - $3,894
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
NDIS Worker Home Care Nurse Education Support Officer
Disability Advocate Home Carer Mental Health Support Worker Residential Care Worker Personal Carer Aged Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Community Care Worker Aboriginal Disability Worker Disability Team Leader Disability Service Officer Disability Support Worker Trainee Support Worker Senior Support Worker
+ 14 more
CHC43121

Certificate IV in Disability Support
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$3,500 - $7,000
  • 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 Personal Carer Lifestyle Coordinator
Aboriginal Disability Worker Disability Support Worker Disability Service Officer Disability Team Leader 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.
Residential Care Worker Personal Carer Lifestyle Coordinator Aboriginal Disability Worker Disability Support Worker Disability Service Officer Disability Team Leader NDIS Worker + 5 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)
On Campus, Online
5 - 12 months
$0 - $3,990
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Home Carer Laundry Worker Disability Service Officer
Disability Support Worker Aboriginal Aged Care Worker Trainee Support Worker Senior Support Worker Aboriginal Disability Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker Aged Care Worker Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker
+ 10 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
Blended, On Campus, Online
16 weeks
$0 - $3,894
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Senior Support Worker Trainee Support Worker Aboriginal Aged Care Worker
Disability Support Worker Patient Care Assistant Support Worker Aged Care Manager Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Residential Care Officer Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker Home Carer Home Care Nurse Gerontologist Aged Care Coordinator
+ 14 more
CHC52021

Diploma of Community Services
Blended, On Campus, Online
8 - 18 months
$49 - $9,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Coordinator Youth Advocate Clinical Supervisor
Social Work Supervisor Addiction Counsellor Wellbeing Coordinator Doula Community Recovery Officer Gerontologist Health Advisor Arts Programmer Human Rights Advocate Editorial Writer Creative Writer Climate Scientist Resource Economist Agricultural Economist Neurologist Nutrition Scientist Nutrition Advisor Community Rehabilitation Worker Disability Employment Consultant Child Psychologist Family Therapist Community Advocate Community Health Liaison Mental Health Advocate Global Health Advisor Mental Health Case Manager Youth Officer Probation Officer Disability Advocate Program Evaluator Education Support Officer Healthcare Social Worker Hospital Social Worker Palliative Care Social Worker Law Enforcement Officer Remedial Yoga Therapist Community Educator Migrant Support Worker Art Therapist Social Welfare Officer International Development Worker Community Arts Worker Intake Worker Community Outreach Coordinator Community Worker Behaviour Support Specialist Crime Prevention Officer Social Justice Advocate Youth Support Officer Community Services Officer Community Engagement Coordinator Policy Researcher Human Rights Activist Humanitarian Aid Worker Case Worker Intelligence Officer Cultural Advisor Indigenous Support Worker Financial Counsellor Housing Officer Park Manager Conservation Manager Student Experience Officer Regional Coordinator Family Support Worker Community Care Worker Social Worker Welfare Worker Youth Justice Officer Outreach Worker Support Worker Council Member Aboriginal Community Care Worker Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Life Coach Rehabilitation Counsellor Case Manager Community Development Worker Community Corrections Officer Senior Support Worker
+ 80 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Coordinator Youth Advocate Clinical Supervisor Social Work Supervisor Addiction Counsellor Wellbeing Coordinator Doula Community Recovery Officer Gerontologist Health Advisor Arts Programmer Human Rights Advocate Editorial Writer Creative Writer Climate Scientist Resource Economist Agricultural Economist Neurologist Nutrition Scientist Nutrition Advisor Community Rehabilitation Worker Disability Employment Consultant Child Psychologist Family Therapist Community Advocate Community Health Liaison Mental Health Advocate Global Health Advisor Mental Health Case Manager Youth Officer Probation Officer Disability Advocate Program Evaluator Education Support Officer Healthcare Social Worker Hospital Social Worker Palliative Care Social Worker Law Enforcement Officer Remedial Yoga Therapist Community Educator Migrant Support Worker Art Therapist Social Welfare Officer International Development Worker Community Arts Worker Intake Worker Community Outreach Coordinator Community Worker Behaviour Support Specialist Crime Prevention Officer Social Justice Advocate Youth Support Officer Community Services Officer Community Engagement Coordinator Policy Researcher Human Rights Activist Humanitarian Aid Worker Case Worker Intelligence Officer Cultural Advisor Indigenous Support Worker Financial Counsellor Housing Officer Park Manager Conservation Manager Student Experience Officer Regional Coordinator Family Support Worker Community Care Worker Social Worker Welfare Worker Youth Justice Officer Outreach Worker Support Worker Council Member Aboriginal Community Care Worker Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Life Coach Rehabilitation Counsellor Case Manager Community Development Worker Community Corrections Officer Senior Support Worker + 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.
Gerontologist Remedial Yoga Therapist Diversional Therapist
Diversional Therapy Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant Lifestyle Coordinator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Gerontologist Remedial Yoga Therapist Diversional Therapist Diversional Therapy Assistant Occupational 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.
Youth Advocate NDIS Worker Doula
Community Recovery Officer Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker Youth Officer Probation Officer Mental Health Advocate Community Health Liaison Community Advocate Disability Employment Consultant Indigenous Support Worker Cultural Advisor Case Worker Court Support Worker Community Services Officer Youth Support Officer Behaviour Support Specialist Intake Worker Social Welfare Officer Community Support Worker Community Outreach Coordinator Community Worker Mental Health Support Worker Migrant Support Worker Community Educator Family Support Worker Youth Worker Housing Officer Residential Care Officer Residential Care Worker Community Care Worker Outreach Worker Youth Justice Officer Support Worker Youth Case Worker Welfare Worker Animal Shelter Attendant Volunteer Coordinator Community Corrections Officer Senior Support Worker Rehabilitation Counsellor Community Development Worker Case Manager Peer Support Worker Life Coach Aboriginal Community Care 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 Ophthalmic Technician Dermatology Assistant
Medical Assistant Health Consultant Clinical Researcher Home Care Nurse Hospital Administrator Health Informatician Health Service Manager Neurologist Health Administrator Health Advisor Remote Area Nurse Medical Administrator Renal Care Nurse Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator Medical Secretary Diabetes Educator Clinic Administrator Therapy Aide Anaesthetic Technician Local Government Customer Service Assistant Dental Office Manager Medical Receptionist Admissions Clerk Ward Clerk Patient Liaison Officer Dental Receptionist
+ 26 more
CHC53315

Diploma of Mental Health
Online
12 months
$7,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Wellbeing Coordinator Addiction Counsellor Psychiatric Nurse
Peer Support Worker Support Worker Rehabilitation Counsellor Family Support Worker Mental Health Worker Advanced Personal Trainer Outreach Worker Crisis Support Worker Community Services Officer Community Worker Intake Worker Mental Health Support Worker Life Coach Remedial Yoga Therapist Health Advisor Human Rights Advocate Neuroscientist Behaviour Therapist Mental Health Practitioner Family Therapist Child Psychologist Mental Health Advocate Healthcare Social Worker Palliative Care Social Worker Mental Health Case Manager Probation Officer
+ 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.
Community Support Worker Home Carer Care Coordinator
Remedial Yoga Therapist Trainee Community Rehabilitation Worker Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker Residential Care Officer Support Worker Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Disability Support Worker Kennel Hand Animal Shelter Attendant Senior Support Worker Peer Support Worker Trainee Support Worker Patient Care Assistant Hospital Orderly Doula NDIS Worker Triage Nurse
+ 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
HLT47321

Certificate IV in Health Administration
Online
12 months
$0 - $3,095
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Patient Liaison Officer Practice Manager Medical Receptionist
Ward Clerk Clinic Administrator Medical Secretary Medical Administrator Healthcare Manager Health Administrator Health Consultant Ophthalmic Technician Aged Care Coordinator Telehealth Coordinator
+ 10 more
CHC43015

Certificate IV In Ageing Support
Blended, Online
9 - 12 months
$0 - $3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Personal Carer Aged Care Worker Aged Care Manager
Support Worker Residential Care Officer Aged Care Team Leader Residential Care Worker Peer Support Worker Trainee Support Worker Aboriginal Aged Care Worker Senior Support Worker Patient Care Assistant Lifestyle Coordinator Aged Care Coordinator
+ 11 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 Patient Services Assistant
Advanced Personal Trainer Anaesthetic Technician Myotherapist Hospital Orderly Pathology Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant Therapy Aide Trainee Physiotherapy Assistant Alcohol and Drug Tester (AOD) Pharmaceutical Production Worker Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator Audiometrist Perioperative Nurse Renal Care Nurse Remote Area Nurse Community Rehabilitation Worker Hospital Social Worker Disability Advocate Allied Health Professional 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.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Speech Pathologist Assistant Nutrition Assistant
Therapy Aide Patient Care Assistant Ward Assistant Pathology Assistant Biomedical Engineer Diversional Therapy Assistant Patient Services Assistant Allied Health Assistant Physiotherapy Assistant Remedial Yoga Therapist Community Health Liaison Nutrition Scientist Community Rehabilitation Worker Neuromuscular Therapist Intensive Care Nurse Cardiac Technician Neurological Physiotherapist Exercise Physiotherapist General Practice Nurse Radiology Technician Mammographer MRI Technologist PET Technologist Allied Health Professional Wellness Coach Speech Therapist
+ 26 more
HLT54121

Diploma of Nursing
On Campus
20 months
$14,779 - $31,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Enrolled Nurse Cosmetic Nurse Mental Health Nurse
Rehabilitation Nurse Aged Care Nurse Remote Area Nurse School Nurse Critical Care Nurse Renal Care Nurse Acute Care Nurse Registered Nurse Midwife Surgical Nurse Intensive Care Nurse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker Palliative Care Nurse General Practice Nurse Community Health Nurse Oncology Nurse IVF Nurse Occupational Health Nurse Clinical Facilitator Trauma Nurse Triage Nurse Aged Care Coordinator
+ 22 more
CHC62015

Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management
Online
12 months
$6,786
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Case Manager Aged Care Manager Community Development Manager
Community Services Officer Community Arts Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Case Manager Aged Care Manager Community Development Manager Community Services Officer Community Arts Worker + 2 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.
Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Rehabilitation Counsellor Welfare Worker
Substance Abuse Counsellor Drug and Alcohol Counsellor Alcohol and Drug Tester (AOD) Mental Health Advocate Law Enforcement Officer Probation Officer
+ 6 more
CHC33021

Certificate III In Individual Support (Home and Community Care)
Blended
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nursing Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant Patient Care Assistant
Trainee Support Worker Disability Support Worker Residential Care Worker Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Residential Care Officer Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Patient Services Assistant Home Carer Community Support Worker Care Coordinator
+ 12 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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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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