Geelong

Residential Care Worker

Residential Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care facilities, and group homes. They provide children and adults who are cannot live independently with personal services.

Developing a close relationship with your clients (and their families) is key to your role, and as a Residential Care Worker you could be doing anything from showering, dressing, and feeding your clients — to liaising with immediate family members and keeping them informed of progress and life events.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a residential care worker?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Online
3 - 6 months
$27 - $3,199
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC43015

Certificate IV In Ageing Support

On Campus, Online
12 months
$350 - $0
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community)

Online
5 - 12 months
$0
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

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