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Residential Care Worker Courses in Alice Springs

Residential Care Workers support children and adults in various facilities, providing personal services and maintaining close relationships with clients and their families.

    • AI Exposure: Low

      This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.

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  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Residential Care Worker in Alice Springs?

Get qualified to work as a Residential Care Worker with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Course providers in Alice Springs

The following providers offer Residential Care Worker courses in Alice Springs, Northern Territory.
Upskilled
40374
3
SAL Consulting
91494
2
Phillips Institute
21868
2
Australian Virtus Institute
45858
1
Central Australian College
22302
1
Australis College
31518
1
Alffie
41206
1
Bradford Institute of Advanced Education
45241
2
Angel Institute of Education
22115
1

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Residential Care Worker generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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Opportunities for Residential Care Workers in Australia are expected to grow very strongly over the next 5 years as more than 179,000 new jobs open up around the country. Residential Care Workers are employed by adult care centres, nursing homes, aged care facilities, group homes, and rehabilitation units.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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Get started as a Residential Care Worker with a Certificate III in Individual Support, and if you are working with the elderly or disabled you might also consider additional VET qualifications in those areas — try the Certificate IV in Disability or the Certificate IV in Ageing Support. They take about a year to complete. You will also need a current first aid and CPR certificate, and you might also require an up-to-date influenza vaccination and a police check.

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Further reading

How to start a career in Aged Care

23rd March 2021

5 jobs for people who like working with children

31st August 2021

How to start a career in Disability Care

12th April 2021

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Residential Care Worker careers

If you’re considering a rewarding career as a Residential Care Worker in Alice Springs, you’re in the right place! With a total of 20 Residential Care Worker courses available, including both beginner and advanced options, there’s something to suit everyone. Beginners can start their journey with popular courses such as the Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) CHC33021 or the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) CHC33021. These courses are designed to provide the essential skills and knowledge needed to make a significant impact in the lives of those you support.

For those with prior experience seeking to advance their qualifications, Alice Springs offers advanced options such as the Certificate IV in Disability Support CHC43121 or the Certificate IV in Ageing Support CHC43015. These programmes not only enhance your skills but also open up new career opportunities within the Community Services field. Each course is aligned with local industry standards to ensure you’re job-ready upon completion.

Explore a variety of specialised areas with courses in Disability, Aged Care, and Child Welfare, Youth and Family Intervention. Each pathway provides the foundational knowledge needed to excel in your chosen field. For more information about the available options, visit our page on Residential Care Worker courses in Alice Springs and take the first step toward an enriching career today!