Aged Care Courses Hornsby

Give back to older generations with a career in aged care.
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Commence Your Study To Make A Difference In People’s Lives

A career in aged care is more than just a job; it’s a profoundly enriching and rewarding experience that significantly improves the lives of elderly individuals, their families, and our society. It’s a diverse and engaging role, offering the opportunity to provide extra care and compassion when it’s most needed, fostering comfort, independence, and joy in people’s lives.

The aged care sector is wide and varied. As the size of the elderly population increases, the need for qualified care workers grows. Our courses at breakthru College provide high-quality training so that you can be well prepared and competent for this role.

Fully accredited and recognised across the nation, our aged care courses are updated and relevant due to our consistent engagement with government and industry organisations, allowing us to promptly respond to evolving needs and standards.

Our courses are facilitated by our accomplished local trainers who are both highly qualified and experienced. We offer both face-to-face and online classes, with the latter offering the convenience of remote learning. Both formats are fully supported by our committed and experienced trainers.

Choosing to train as an aged care worker at breakthru College can mark a significant milestone in your life, creating lasting positive effects that will enhance many lives.

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Study Aged Care Support Through breakthru College

breakthru College offers a range of courses tailored to your career goals and preferred outcomes. These courses encompass a variety of practical skills and theoretical knowledge, including understanding procedures and medication, and acquiring personal care capabilities.

At breakthru College, our courses incorporate work placements to facilitate practical learning and experience. Throughout these placements, you’ll receive support from qualified and experienced staff. You can opt for either face-to-face or online classes, with the course duration reflecting the mode of delivery and type of qualification.

Our Aged Care Courses

The courses at breakthru College are comprehensive, engaging, and nationally recognised. For more specific details regarding entry requirements, delivery modes, and unit requirements for all of our courses, please follow the links.

Available courses include:

CHC33021: Certificate III in Individual Support 

Support workers with this qualification have roles in the community or residential settings. They provide person-centred support with individualised plans to people who require care due to ageing.  

Course duration:

  • 6 – 12 months

 Course Locations:

Work placement:

  • 120 hours (mandatory)

 Aged Care job prospects include:

  • Aged care social worker.
  • Aged care assistant.
  • Residential support worker.
  • Homecare assistant.
  • Care service employee.

CHC43015: Certificate IV in Ageing Support 

Support workers with this qualification complete specialised tasks and functions in home, community, and residential settings. More autonomy and leadership is required within defined guidelines while providing service through the development, facilitation, and review of individualised plans. 

Course duration:

  • 6 – 12 months

Work placement:

  • 120 hours (mandatory)

Aged Care job prospects include:

  • Care activity worker.
  • Care service team leader.
  • Care supervisor.

Contribute to your Hornsby Community with a breakthru College Aged Care Qualification

Many jobs can feel the same day in, day out. That’s where aged care work differs. You can go from helping provide medications to assisting with activities of daily living to facilitating social gatherings – and the list goes on! Aged care can be provided to people who require assistance in their own home and those who need more ongoing or focused support in a care facility. The people you work with and care for are interesting and multifaceted, and the two-way connection between you can bring learning, understanding, growth, and gratitude.

Choosing to study at breakthru College can have a significant impact on your life and future prospects. Our approachable team is ready to provide more information about the courses and qualifications that pique your interest.

Aged Care in Hornsby & Across Australia

A common desire among Australians is to maintain their independence, living in their own homes for as long as possible. In your role as an aged care worker, you can play a vital part in making this achievable.

Aged care services can comprise both long and short-term support within an individual’s home. For some, there might be a necessity for full-time care in a residential care home or facility, which can be greatly beneficial to the individuals and their families.

In the span of 2019 to 2020, more than one million Australians availed care services, indicating the significant proportion of the elderly population. This encompassed diverse services and roles. For example, close to 840,000 individuals received home support via the Commonwealth Home Support Programme, and nearly 245,000 people were housed as permanent residents in aged care facilities.

With the increasing demographic of individuals over sixty-five, there is a marked demand for support workers. In 2020, the Commonwealth Home Support Programme employed 76,096 workers, and the Residential Aged Care sector had 277,671 workers. The comparison of numbers between elderly individuals needing care and the available workforce underscores the high demand for support workers.

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Your Aged Care Training Questions Answered

How long is an aged care course in Australia?
The duration of our courses depends on the qualification, delivery mode. Most generally take six to twelve months to complete.
How much does it cost to study aged care in Australia?
There are various funding options for eligible students. These include the Smart & Skilled Funding (NSW) and the Skills Assure Funding (QLD). We also offer different payment plan options, such as weekly, fortnightly, or monthly, for those not eligible for subsidised training.

Please contact breakthru College for specific course fees.

What is the difference between Certificate III in Individual Support and Certificate IV in Ageing Care?
These qualifications overlap in their development of skills and knowledge related to individualised care dependent on the requirements of the elderly person accessing support. The Certificate IV in Ageing Care provides further training that allows qualification for a position with more autonomy and responsibility, with some leadership expectations.
Do the courses include practical experience in aged care?
Our courses that provide full qualifications involve mandatory work placements. This generally involves 120 hours of fully supported practical experience in an aged care setting.
What education pathways can these courses be included in?
Completion of one of our courses provides you with edibility to undertake further study, such as a diploma or bachelor-level qualification.
Can I get recognition of prior learning (RPL)?
Yes, prior learning can contribute towards our courses. Please contact breakthru College for personalised information.
Is aged care a good career path?
Working in aged care is a highly rewarding, diverse job in which you can contribute greatly to your community. Due to the increased expected life span in our society, our elderly population is growing significantly. Hence, job demand is high, providing good job security and satisfaction.

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