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Trainee Support Worker Courses in Lismore

A Trainee Support Worker assists clients with daily activities in aged care or disability services, offering practical and emotional support.

    • 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 Trainee Support Worker in Lismore?

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

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Trainee Support Worker generally earns $1,000 per week ($52,000 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 you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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The support worker industry employs a large number of people and this number has increased strongly over the last five years. There are currently 177,200 people employed as a support workers in Australia and many of them are trainees. Trainee Support Workers can find work in all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’d like to start a career as a Trainee Support Worker you could enrol in a Certificate II in Introduction to Disability Care or a Certificate II in Introduction to Aged Care. You could also consider a Certificate III in Individual Support where you may be able to specialise in aged care, disability or home and community care.

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Further reading

What can you do with a Certificate IV in Ageing Support?

20th January 2021

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

Trainee Support Worker careers

If you're looking to start a meaningful career in the community services sector, exploring Trainee Support Worker courses in Lismore is a fantastic option. There are a variety of beginner courses available that can help you build a solid foundation in this rewarding field. In Lismore, you can find courses ideal for those with no prior experience, such as the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community) CHC33021 and the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) CHC33015. These qualifications are tailored to equip you with the essential skills needed to support individuals in various community settings.

Additionally, the Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) CHC33015 course offers valuable insights into working with people with disabilities, while the general Certificate III in Individual Support CHC33015 provides a well-rounded approach to individual support across diverse needs. With these courses, you’ll feel confident stepping into the dynamic role of a Trainee Support Worker, helping to improve the lives of others in the Lismore community.

Enrolling in Trainee Support Worker courses opens doors to various fields of study, including community services, disability, and aged care. To explore these further, you can visit the Community Services courses page. Additionally, if you have a particular interest in supporting individuals with disabilities, the Disability courses cater specifically to that area. For those passionate about aged care, you'll want to check out the Aged Care courses, all of which are designed to prepare you for a fulfilling career.

Trainee Support Worker courses in Lismore and find the right program to ignite your passion for supporting others!