Australian Capital Territory

Personal Care Assistant courses in Canberra

Browse courses recommended for aspiring personal care assistant in Canberra ACT.

Courses for beginners

There are 9 courses available in Canberra Australian Capital Territory for beginner learners with no prior experience or qualifications.

HLTAID010

Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 day - 2 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Volunteer Ambulance Driver Childcare Assistant
Support Worker Personal Care Assistant Education Support Officer Personal Trainer Beach Lifeguard Pool Lifeguard
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Volunteer Ambulance Driver Childcare Assistant Support Worker Personal Care Assistant Education Support Officer Personal Trainer Beach Lifeguard Pool Lifeguard + 6 more
HLTINFCOV001

Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
On Campus, Online
2 days - 6 months
$0 - $360
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Health Care Worker Aged Care Worker Disability Support Worker
Personal Care Assistant Nursing Assistant Allied Health Assistant Dental Assistant Medical Receptionist
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Health Care Worker Aged Care Worker Disability Support Worker Personal Care Assistant Nursing Assistant Allied Health Assistant Dental Assistant Medical Receptionist + 5 more
HLTSS00083

Infection Prevention and Control Skill Set
Blended, On Campus
1 month
$450
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Health Care Worker Personal Care Assistant Aged Care Worker
Disability Support Worker Community Care Worker Patient Transport Officer Ambulance Transport Attendant Dental Assistant
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Health Care Worker Personal Care Assistant Aged Care Worker Disability Support Worker Community Care Worker Patient Transport Officer Ambulance Transport Attendant Dental Assistant + 5 more
CHCCCS032

Provide Basic Foot Care
Traineeship
1 day
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Personal Care Assistant Disability Support Worker
Community Care Worker
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Personal Care Assistant Disability Support Worker Community Care Worker + 1 more
HLTWHS003

Maintain Work Health and Safety
Online
3 months
$195
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Personal Care Assistant Disability Support Worker
Enrolled Nurse Community Support Worker Allied Health Assistant Early Childhood Educator Mental Health Support Worker Youth Worker
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Personal Care Assistant Disability Support Worker Enrolled Nurse Community Support Worker Allied Health Assistant Early Childhood Educator Mental Health Support Worker Youth Worker + 6 more
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Courses for experienced learners

There is 1 course available in Canberra Australian Capital Territory for experienced learners with prior experience or qualifications.

CHCSS00125

Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set
Online
6 months
$600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Support Worker Community Support Worker Personal Care Assistant
Support Worker Residential Care Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Support Worker Community Support Worker Personal Care Assistant Support Worker Residential Care Worker + 2 more
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Key questions

How can I become a personal care assistant?

To become a personal care assistant in Canberra, you may want to consider completing the Provide Basic Emergency Life Support. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in Canberra?

You can train to become a personal care assistant by completing a qualification with Red Cross or St John Ambulance Australia. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.

What study modes are available?

There are several campuses within the Canberra area that provide personal care assistant training. The closest campus is 2km away from the center of Canberra. You can also study a personal care assistant course through online, traineeship learning. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

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