Aged Care Worker
Support older Australians to live with dignity, in residential care or their own homes.
What You Will Do
As an aged care worker, you will provide daily support to older Australians. That includes helping with personal care, meals, and mobility, but just as importantly, you will offer companionship and emotional support. For many clients, you become a trusted part of their life.
We train our students to work in both residential aged care facilities and home care settings. The skills are the same, but the environment is different, and we prepare you for both.
Your day-to-day will include assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. You will help with meals and medication reminders. You will support clients with mobility, getting in and out of bed, using a wheelchair, or walking safely. And you will write progress notes to keep the care team informed.
The Demand
Aged care is one of Australia's fastest-growing sectors. According to HumanAbility's 2025 Workforce Plan, residential aged care alone is projected to employ 317,000 workers by 2034, up from 227,802 today.
The shortage is real, and it is national. Every state and territory is recruiting. If you are looking for work that is available now, and will still be available in ten years, this is it.
This is a diverse workforce. We welcome students from all backgrounds, and so do employers. What matters is your attitude, not your history.
Pay and Conditions
In 2024, the Fair Work Commission awarded aged care workers a wage increase of up to 28.5%, recognising that this work has been historically undervalued. That is a significant shift, and it is already in effect.
Most roles offer flexible shifts, mornings, afternoons, nights, or a combination. Around 60% of workers are part-time, which suits people balancing study, family, or other commitments. We help our students understand what shift patterns work best for them.
What We Teach You
Our CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support gives you the foundation skills to work confidently in aged care. We cover everything you need to know, person-centred care, legal and ethical frameworks, communication, and the practical skills for daily support.
We also include 120 hours of practical placement. You will graduate with real experience, not just theory. We support you through that placement from start to finish.
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
Our entry-level qualification for aged care. Nationally recognised.
Where You Can Go From Here
Once you are working in aged care, there are clear pathways for progression. We offer qualifications that take you further, into coordination, lifestyle planning, and leadership roles.
CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
Design and deliver lifestyle programs for aged care residents.
CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Take on more responsibility in residential and home care settings.
We are here to support your career, not just your first job. Talk to us about where you want to go, and we will help you map out how to get there.
Is This Role Right for You?
We find this career suits people who are patient, reliable, and genuinely enjoy spending time with older people. You need to be comfortable with personal care tasks, it is a big part of the job. And you need to be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
If that sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.
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