Aged Care

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Residential Care Worker

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

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Aged Care Worker

Aged Care Workers support the elderly by assisting with daily tasks, personal care, and liaising with families about health and medication.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Personal Carer

Personal Carers support elderly and vulnerable individuals with daily tasks, providing companionship and liaising with families and healthcare professionals.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Community Care Worker

Community Care Workers support children and adults in care facilities with personal services, building close relationships with clients and their families.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Home Care Assistance Worker

Home Care Assistance Workers provide personal care to elderly and vulnerable individuals in their homes, promoting independence and building strong client relationships.

Avg yearly income $54,600
Skill level Beginner

Home Carer

A Home Carer supports people with additional needs at home, assisting with daily tasks, personal care, and accompanying clients to appointments.

Avg yearly income $61,880
Skill level Beginner

Diversional Therapy Assistant

Diversional Therapy Assistants support leisure programs, enhancing the social and emotional wellbeing of isolated or vulnerable individuals.

Avg yearly income $52,936
Skill level Advanced

Lifestyle Coordinator

A Lifestyle Coordinator plans and organises activities and events for residents in care facilities, focusing on their physical, social, and emotional needs.

Avg yearly income $70,200
Skill level Advanced

Residential Care Officer

Residential Care Officers lead care teams in facilities, ensuring residents receive excellent personal care while managing staff and administrative tasks.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Advanced

Care Coordinator

A Care Coordinator manages client care in aged or disability services, ensuring daily support, liaising with families, and organising specialist staff.

Avg yearly income $73,580
Skill level Beginner

Aged Care Manager

Aged Care Managers oversee operations in care facilities, managing finances, compliance, and staff while ensuring quality service and safety standards.

Avg yearly income $104,000
Skill level Advanced

Aged Care Team Leader

An Aged Care Team Leader supervises care services for elderly clients, managing teams and ensuring personalised support and compliance with standards.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Aged Care Coordinator

An Aged Care Coordinator manages the care of elderly individuals, ensuring they receive tailored support and enhancing their quality of life.

Avg yearly income $74,880
Skill level Beginner

Aged Care Nurse

An Aged Care Nurse provides specialised care to elderly patients, monitoring health, administering treatments, and assisting with daily activities.

Avg yearly income $79,560
Skill level Advanced

Trainee Support Worker

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

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Beginner

Aboriginal Aged Care Worker

An Aboriginal Aged Care Worker supports Indigenous elders' health, conducting assessments and liaising with clients and healthcare professionals in various settings.

Avg yearly income $54,600
Skill level Beginner

Gerontologist

Gerontologists focus on the care and wellbeing of those over 65, helping the elderly maintain health, fitness, and social connections.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Beginner

Mental Health Advocate

A Mental Health Advocate supports individuals by promoting their rights, accessing services, and navigating mental health systems with empathy and guidance.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in aged care

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 - 18 months
$0 - $7,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Service Officer NDIS Worker Home Carer
Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Disability Support Worker Residential Care Worker
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Service Officer NDIS Worker Home Carer Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Disability Support Worker Residential Care Worker + 4 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)
On Campus, Online
5 - 12 months
$0 - $7,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Support Worker Home Carer Community Care Worker
Aged Care Worker Residential Care Worker Personal Carer Home Care Assistance Worker NDIS Worker Support Worker
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Support Worker Home Carer Community Care Worker Aged Care Worker Residential Care Worker Personal Carer Home Care Assistance Worker NDIS Worker Support Worker + 6 more
CHC43121

Certificate IV in Disability Support
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$3,250 - $8,800
  • Completed Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Completed CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
Additional requirements may apply.
Residential Care Worker NDIS Worker Community Support Worker
Disability Service Officer Disability Team Leader Disability Support Worker
+ 3 more
  • Completed Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Completed CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
  • Completed CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
Additional requirements may apply.
Residential Care Worker NDIS Worker Community Support Worker Disability Service Officer Disability Team Leader Disability Support Worker + 3 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
On Campus, Online
16 weeks
$0 - $3,958
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker
Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Disability Support Worker Home Carer Residential Care Officer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Disability Support Worker Home Carer Residential Care Officer + 5 more
CHC43415

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
Blended, On Campus, Online
8 - 12 months
$3,500 - $3,950
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diversional Therapy Assistant Lifestyle Coordinator Program Coordinator
Wellness Coordinator Community Support Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diversional Therapy Assistant Lifestyle Coordinator Program Coordinator Wellness Coordinator Community Support Worker + 2 more
CHC42021

Certificate IV in Community Services
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$30 - $3,950
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Case Manager Case Worker Community Advocate
Community Care Worker Community Development Worker Community Health Liaison Community Support Worker Family Support Worker Youth Worker
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Case Manager Case Worker Community Advocate Community Care Worker Community Development Worker Community Health Liaison Community Support Worker Family Support Worker Youth Worker + 6 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support
On Campus
6 months
$0 - $3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Community Care Worker Community Support Worker
Disability Support Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Home Carer Personal Carer Support Worker NDIS Worker
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Community Care Worker Community Support Worker Disability Support Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Home Carer Personal Carer Support Worker NDIS Worker + 6 more
CHC53415

Diploma of Leisure and Health
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 14 months
$5,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Lifestyle Coordinator Diversional Therapy Assistant Community Care Worker
Care Coordinator Therapy Aide Wellbeing Coordinator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Lifestyle Coordinator Diversional Therapy Assistant Community Care Worker Care Coordinator Therapy Aide Wellbeing Coordinator + 3 more
CHC52021

Diploma of Community Services (Case Management)
Blended, On Campus, Online
16 - 24 months
$960 - $6,450
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Youth Case Worker Case Worker Mental Health Case Manager
Case Manager Care Coordinator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Youth Case Worker Case Worker Mental Health Case Manager Case Manager Care Coordinator + 2 more
CHC43015

Certificate IV In Ageing Support
Blended, On Campus, Online
9 - 12 months
$3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Lifestyle Coordinator Aged Care Team Leader Residential Care Officer
Aged Care Worker Residential Care Worker Senior Support Worker Support Worker Aged Care Coordinator
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Lifestyle Coordinator Aged Care Team Leader Residential Care Officer Aged Care Worker Residential Care Worker Senior Support Worker Support Worker Aged Care Coordinator + 5 more
HLTAID011

Provide First Aid
Blended, On Campus
1 - 4 days
$99 - $160
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Crowd Controller First Aider Australian Defence Force Worker
Childcare Worker Safety Officer Aged Care Worker Disability Support Worker Pool Lifeguard Outdoor Adventure Guide
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Crowd Controller First Aider Australian Defence Force Worker Childcare Worker Safety Officer Aged Care Worker Disability Support Worker Pool Lifeguard Outdoor Adventure Guide + 6 more
HLTAID009

Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
On Campus
1 - 4 days
$49 - $75
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Pool Lifeguard Childcare Worker
Aged Care Worker Disability Support Worker Personal Trainer Outdoor Adventure Guide
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Pool Lifeguard Childcare Worker Aged Care Worker Disability Support Worker Personal Trainer Outdoor Adventure Guide + 4 more
HLT43021

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
Online
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Rehabilitation Worker Physiotherapy Assistant Speech Pathologist Assistant
Nutrition Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant Diversional Therapy Assistant Allied Health Assistant
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Rehabilitation Worker Physiotherapy Assistant Speech Pathologist Assistant Nutrition Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant Diversional Therapy Assistant Allied Health Assistant + 4 more
CHC62015

Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management
Online
12 months
$6,898
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Development Manager Aged Care Manager Case Manager
Program Manager Disability Team Leader Health Services Manager Practice Manager
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Development Manager Aged Care Manager Case Manager Program Manager Disability Team Leader Health Services Manager Practice Manager + 4 more
HLT41120

Certificate IV in Health Care
Blended
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Patient Transport Officer Emergency Medical Technician Community Care Worker
Disability Support Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Aged Care Worker Mental Health Support Worker
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Patient Transport Officer Emergency Medical Technician Community Care Worker Disability Support Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Aged Care Worker Mental Health Support Worker + 4 more
HLT54121

Diploma of Nursing
On Campus
20 months
$14,779 - $31,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Enrolled Nurse Aged Care Nurse General Practice Nurse
Palliative Care Nurse Rehabilitation Nurse School Nurse
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Enrolled Nurse Aged Care Nurse General Practice Nurse Palliative Care Nurse Rehabilitation Nurse School Nurse + 3 more
CHCSS00088

Induction
Online
13 weeks
$67 - $227
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Support Worker Support Worker Disability Support Worker
Youth Worker Residential Care Worker Childcare Worker Family Support Worker Student Support Officer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Support Worker Support Worker Disability Support Worker Youth Worker Residential Care Worker Childcare Worker Family Support Worker Student Support Officer + 5 more
HLTAID014

Provide Advanced First Aid
On Campus
1 day
$195 - $300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Outdoor Adventure Guide Paramedic
Childcare Worker Work Health and Safety Officer Aged Care Worker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Outdoor Adventure Guide Paramedic Childcare Worker Work Health and Safety Officer Aged Care Worker + 3 more
CHC33021

Certificate III In Individual Support (Home and Community Care)
Blended
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Support Worker Care Coordinator Nursing Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant Patient Care Assistant Patient Services Assistant Residential Care Officer Home Carer Home Care Assistance Worker Community Care Worker Residential Care Worker Personal Carer Aged Care Worker Disability Support Worker Trainee Support Worker
+ 12 more
PSP51018

Diploma of Auslan
Blended, On Campus
24 months
$1,200 - $34,650
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Care Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Care Worker
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Key questions

How can I make my application stand out when applying for casual work in aged care?

To make your application stand out, clearly list your qualifications and experience, paying special attention to your dates of employment. Keep cover letters brief, and ensure your resume is regularly updated on job platforms like Seek. Referrals from current workers in aged care can also help boost your chances.

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What qualifications do I need to work in aged care?

To start work in aged care, the minimum qualification required is a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or similar, such as a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance. This level of training can qualify you to become an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) or Personal Care Worker (PCW). For registered nurses (RNs), AHPRA registration and evidence of a bachelor's degree are required. Additional qualifications in areas like dementia care, palliative care, and medication administration can make candidates more competitive.

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Craig Shepherd Industry expert

Further reading

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)

A Comprehensive Guide to Casual and Temporary Work in the Aged Care Industry

18th September 2024)

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