Imagine a role where no two days are the same—and each one brings the chance to help others. A career in aged care lets you make a real difference while doing meaningful work.
Being part of the aged care sector means contributing to the wellbeing of older people, their loved ones, and the wider community. It’s a rewarding job that connects you with people 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.
With rising demand for aged care, the workforce is expected to grow significantly—to 980,000 workers according to government projections. Breakthru College provides the training you need to build a successful career in this dynamic and essential sector.
We deliver training through professionals who’ve worked in the field, offering practical advice and genuine dedication. You’ll leave with the skills to make a real difference, not just a piece of paper.
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 have decades of experience in the aged care, disability, or healthcare sectors.
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.
Every student is treated as an individual, with a learning space designed to make you feel encouraged and capable. It’s no surprise that many come back or recommend us to others.
At Breakthru College, our aged care qualifications are nationally recognised and created to support diverse career pathways. All programs include study and practical components, with mandatory placement to provide real-world experience.
With this qualification, you can work in residential or community settings, providing tailored support to older people through personalised care plans.
With this qualification, support workers take on advanced responsibilities in home, community, and residential care. They’re expected to work more independently and guide care delivery using tailored support plans.
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.
Aged care roles may include providing short or long-term support in a person’s home, or delivering care within a residential facility or aged care home.
You may find opportunities in roles including:
Get in touch to check the schedule for our next online courses accessible from Tuncurry.
We offer several funding options, including Smart & Skilled for New South Wales and Skills Assure for Queensland residents who are eligible. Where these do not apply, payment flexibility is available through structured instalment plans.
These qualifications share a focus on individualised care tailored to the needs of older people. The Certificate III in Individual Support offers a broader foundation suitable for roles across aged care, disability, and healthcare sectors, while the Certificate IV in Ageing Support delivers more specialised training for those seeking greater responsibility in aged care settings.
Our full qualification courses include compulsory work placements, typically requiring 120 hours of practical experience in an aged care setting with full support.
Your course completion could help you enrol in additional study pathways, including diploma or bachelor-level qualifications.
Yes, students can use previous work experience to apply for recognition of prior learning. This requires enrolment in a qualification and submission of the RPL Application Form found in the Learner Handbook. A $250 administration fee applies to each RPL unit.
Yes, you can enrol in aged care courses online at Breakthru College, making it easier to fit study into your lifestyle and responsibilities.
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.
Join a learning environment that supports you while you gain the skills to improve lives – including your own. Reach out today to take the next step toward a rewarding career in aged care.
