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Why investing in training matters

Australia’s aged care sector is undergoing significant reform, with a focus on raising care standards, improving safety, and enhancing the experience of older people and their families.

These changes come at a time when the workforce faces real challenges. The Aged Care Workforce Census Report shows that nearly 20% of staff have less than one year of experience, over 60% of residential providers struggle to recruit qualified personal care workers, and a growing proportion of the workforce requires upskilling to meet increasingly complex clinical and resident care needs.

The Aged Care Quality Standards, strengthened in response to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, set clear expectations for person-centred care, dignity, and choice. Meeting these standards requires a skilled, confident workforce capable of delivering consistent, high-quality services.

At the same time, reforms such as mandatory care minutes, increased scrutiny of medication management, and greater transparency in quality reporting make investing in workforce development essential for providers to keep pace with evolving requirements.

At Breakthru College, we provide training built on legislation, aged care requirements, and best practice.

What quality training achieves:

  • Improves care outcomes and builds trust with residents and families
  • Reduces risk and ensures compliance with strengthened standards and regulations
  • Retains skilled staff by investing in their growth and professional development
  • Strengthens organisational resilience in a rapidly changing environment
  • Supports a culture of continuous improvement and accountability

Our courses and programs

How we work with you

Consultation to align training with business objectives
We partner with your leadership to understand workforce challenges and business goals, ensuring training is targeted, relevant, and drives real capability.

Transparent progress tracking and reporting

Our Learning Management System provides full visibility of learner progress and performance, with customised reporting to support compliance, funding, and workforce planning.

Flexible and impactful training delivery

With in-person, online, and blended options, our sector-specialist trainers deliver engaging, results-focused sessions that build skills and confidence from day one.

Boost your workforce with traineeships

Available for new employees, traineeships are a smart way for employers to build a skilled and loyal workforce.

Traineeships offer the perfect blend of paid, on-the-job training and formal study, enabling your staff to gain nationally recognised qualifications while actively contributing to your business.

Available for both new and existing employees, and supported by government incentives, traineeships provide a cost-effective way to upskill your workforce with minimal disruption.

Benefits include:

  • Government financial subsidies available to employers and employees
  • Boosting productivity through hands-on, practical learning
  • Increasing job satisfaction by investing in your team’s development
  • Supporting better client outcomes with confident, well-trained staff
  • Providing flexible opportunities for new and existing employees
  • Aligning training with your business goals for maximum impact
  • Reducing recruitment and training costs through government-supported pathways
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Christine Jurilla

Trainer
Christine is a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse who has been providing accredited training (face -to-face and online) in Individual Support and Mental Health at Breakthru College for the past two years and has many years of industry experience. She is known for her exceptional skills as a trainer, consistently delivering high-quality education to her students

Donna Phillips

Trainer
Donna is a former NSW Ambulance paramedic with over 20 years of frontline experience and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. She is passionate about delivering practical, high-quality First Aid and CPR training that prepares staff for real-world situations. Donna is recognised for her clear communication and ability to make complex skills easy to learn and apply.
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Rachel Steele

Trainer
Rachel brings over two decades of experience in emergency health care and education, having served as an Intensive Care Paramedic and Paramedic Educator with NSW Ambulance for 21 years. She currently works as Executive Manager of Learning and Organisational Development at Royal Rehab Group, and also supports the delivery of engaging First Aid and CPR training that combines clinical expertise with practical techniques to ensure staff are confident and prepared for real-world situations.

Gil Sabarre

Trainer
With a Master of Educational Administration and a background in arts and education, Gil brings over six years of experience as a trainer in Individual Support. He is passionate about helping students enhance their skills and create meaningful change in their lives and the lives of others.

Ann Hurst

Trainer
With over 30 years of experience in training and assessment, Ann holds a BA in Sociology and Political Science, along with Diplomas in Vocational Education and Training and Training Design and Development. She has trained learners across business, LLN, and community services, with particular focus on aged care, disability, and mental health. Ann values the relationships formed through learning and sees education as a journey of shared growth.

Jessica Moiler

Trainer
Jess is a trainer with 10 years of experience working in the disability sector, supporting people with disabilities and their families. She brings her passion and enthusiasm for the sector into her training, drawing on real-world experiences to make learning relevant and engaging. With a strong interest in training and professional development, Jess transitioned into her role as a Trainer after seeing the positive impact that quality training can have in the workplace. She values life-long learning and is committed to supporting her students by creating interactive, accessible, and engaging learning experiences that build confidence and understanding.

Anissa Thomas

Trainer
Anissa holds a Bachelor of Vocational Education and Training and brings over 12 years of experience in adult education. She is committed to helping students understand the communities they serve and use vocational training as a pathway to personal growth and career success. Anissa is known for her approachable teaching style and dedication to building confidence through learning.

Fred Boog

Trainer
Fred brings over 40 years of experience in the community services sector, beginning his career in the NSW Police Force where he also worked in officer education and training. Since then, he has held roles across drug and alcohol counselling, mental health, disability, youth support, and post-suicide care. Fred believes in the power of lifelong learning and is dedicated to helping every student realise their potential through engaging and accessible training.

Frequently asked questions

We offer a comprehensive suite of accredited qualifications and targeted short courses including Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), Certificate IV in Ageing Support, Assist Clients with Medication, Trauma Informed Care, and more.

All training is designed to meet best practice and compliance standards.

Traineeships allow staff to learn on the job while gaining formal qualifications, helping build capability in real time.

This approach increases engagement and retention while offering government-supported pathways to upskill your workforce cost-effectively.

Yes. Government funding, subsidies and grants may be available depending on your location, workforce size, and the qualification undertaken. We can help you navigate these options to maximise any available support.

For traineeships, eligible employers may access government incentives such as the Priority Hiring Incentive, which provides up to $3,000 per trainee in priority occupations over 12 months.

Absolutely. We specialise in flexible delivery including face-to-face, online, or blended learning options scheduled around your operations to minimise disruption.

Our trainers and support staff are with you every step, from induction to completion. This includes mentoring, progress updates, and responsive support to ensure strong outcomes.

All trainers have extensive backgrounds in aged care and community services, hold current qualifications, and stay connected to the sector to ensure training remains relevant and practical.

Our training has helped many providers build skilled teams and improve care quality. For example, Royal Rehab increased staff confidence and care standards by training 450 employees with us.

Full qualifications typically take 6–12 months depending on delivery mode and learner progress. Short courses can be completed in 1–2 days or across several weeks. Training schedules are designed to minimise disruption.

Yes. We’ll work with you to assess your needs and recommend qualifications or skill sets that align with your goals, compliance requirements, and service model.

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