Aged Care Courses Rydalmere

Give back to older generations with a career in aged care.

Embark On A Learning Journey To Positively Impact 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.

At breakthru College, we offer nationally recognised and fully accredited aged care courses. By maintaining regular communication with government bodies and industry organisations, we adapt swiftly to the ever-changing needs and updates, ensuring our courses remain current and pertinent.

Our classes are delivered by our highly qualified, skilled, and experienced local trainers. Classes are available face-to-face or online. The latter option provides you with more flexibility, allowing you to study remotely. Both modes are fully supported by our dedicated and highly experienced trainers.

Training to become an aged care worker through breakthru College can be a turning point in your life with a long-term impact that will positively shape countless lives.

Study Aged Care Support Through breakthru College

At breakthru College, we offer numerous courses based on your career objectives and anticipated results. These courses cover an array of practical abilities and theoretical understanding, such as knowledge of procedures and medication, and proficiency in personal care.

In our courses, we include work placements for hands-on learning and practical experience, supported throughout by experienced and qualified professionals. You have the choice between face-to-face or online classes, with the mode of delivery and level of qualification influencing the length of your course.

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.

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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.

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Contribute to your Rydalmere 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.

The experience of studying at breakthru College can be transformative, significantly shaping your future. Reach out to our amicable staff to learn more about the courses and qualifications that align with your interests.

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Aged Care in Rydalmere & 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 entail providing both long-term and temporary assistance at a person’s residence. For some, the need for full-time care in a facility or residential care home may arise, which can be immensely advantageous for both the individuals and their families.

During 2019 and 2020, care was provided to over a million people in Australia, signifying the considerable elderly population. This care entailed various services and roles. For instance, approximately 840,000 individuals accessed home support through the Commonwealth Home Support Programme, while about 245,000 people lived as permanent residents in aged care facilities.

The growing population of people over sixty-five in Australia has created a significant demand for support workers. In 2020, the Commonwealth Home Support Programme employed 76,096 workers, while the Residential Aged Care sector had a workforce of 277,671. The ratio of elderly individuals needing care to the number of available workers highlights the high demand for support workers.

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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