Step into a role that’s dynamic and rewarding. Aged care allows you to move beyond the ordinary and make a positive difference in people’s lives.
A career in aged care is both fulfilling and impactful, giving you the chance to support older Australians and their families as they age.
Across Australia, more than 450,000 aged care professionals work in various settings—from home care and residential services to commonwealth-supported initiatives.
The aged care sector is growing alongside Australia’s ageing population, with the Government forecasting a need for 980,000 workers. Breakthru College delivers high-quality training to prepare you for a strong future in this vital industry.
With practical experience and a strong commitment to helping others, our trainers offer more than just theory. You’ll graduate not only with a recognised qualification but with the ability to provide real, compassionate care.
Breakthru College is one of the select training providers officially recognised by the Department of Education as a High-Performing Provider.
This recognition reflects our consistent delivery of quality training, dedicated student support, and a strong focus on job readiness. Studying with us means choosing a provider with a trusted track record.
Learning isn’t one-size-fits-all, so we offer personalised help—be it mentoring, adaptable timelines, or tech support—every step of the way.
Whether you're just starting out or building on experience, you'll feel guided and motivated from your first day to the day you graduate.
Our trainers bring decades of professional experience in aged care, disability, or healthcare.
They bring real-world insights, hands-on examples, and true passion to every class. You’ll gain practical skills—not just theory—with trainers who are supportive from the start.
Breakthru College is known not just for quality training, but for creating a warm, supportive, and inclusive place to learn.
We see each student as an individual and foster an environment where you feel supported, motivated, and confident. Many return for more study or refer friends—and that speaks volumes.
At Breakthru College, our nationally recognised aged care courses are designed to meet a range of career goals. Each course includes both theoretical study and hands-on training, with compulsory work placement built in.
This qualification prepares support workers for roles in both community and residential environments. You’ll learn how to deliver person-centred care using individualised support plans for older people.
Individuals with this qualification perform focused support tasks in a range of care environments, applying leadership and autonomy within defined frameworks while managing individualised support plans.
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Australian residents living in NSW may be eligible to have all or part of their course fees subsidised using the Smart & Skilled State Government funding scheme.
Start with a $200 deposit, then pay as little as $42.89 per week for 12 months.
As Australia’s older population grows, so does the need for support workers—making aged care a field with strong job prospects, long-term security, and clear pathways for career growth.
These roles can involve in-home assistance over varying durations, as well as support within aged care facilities or residential care settings.
Career outcomes may include:
Contact us to learn when our online aged care courses are available for learners in Tuggerah.
Eligible students may access funding through government schemes like Smart & Skilled in New South Wales or Skills Assure in Queensland. For those not covered by funding, flexible payment plans are available, including weekly, fortnightly, or monthly options.
While both courses cover the skills needed to deliver individualised care based on an older person's needs, the Certificate III in Individual Support is more general and prepares you for a broader range of roles across aged care, disability, or health care. In contrast, the Certificate IV in Ageing Support focuses specifically on aged care and qualifies you for roles with increased autonomy.
Our full qualification courses include compulsory work placements, typically requiring 120 hours of practical experience in an aged care setting with full support.
You may be able to use your completed course to access further education, such as a diploma or bachelor-level qualification.
Yes, students are able to provide relevant work experience as evidence for RPL. The process begins with enrolling in a qualification and completing the RPL Application Form included in the Learner Handbook. A $250 administration fee is charged per RPL unit.
Yes, you can study aged care online with Breakthru College, making it easier to fit your training around work, family, or other commitments.
If you live in Queensland, you can visit the QLD Government website to check your eligibility.
NSW residents can visit the NSW Government Smart and Skilled page to check eligibility criteria.
Studying with us offers a rewarding experience that can truly change your life and positively impact the lives of others. Enquire today to begin your journey toward a meaningful and fulfilling career in aged care.
