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A career in aged care can lead to a variety of managerial or leadership roles within the growing industry.
Known as one of the most rewarding career paths to follow, working in aged care allows you to make a true difference in the lives of the elderly. Something as small as helping them with their medications or simply being there as a confidant can have a massive impact into the lives of those you care for.
The Certificate IV in Ageing Support includes CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support, and also addresses the role of support workers who complete specialised tasks and functions in aged services.
These services can include residential, home, or community based environments.
The Certificate IV combines classroom training with on the job training by our highly qualified training staff. Students will be able to put into practice the skills that they have learnt in the classroom through placement at a registered aged care facility.
At Academia, you’ll learn in a nurturing and inclusive environment that will ensure you are trained to the industry’s highest standards!
Workers will carry out activities related to maintaining an individual’s wellbeing through personal care and /or other activities for living and may provide services to individuals with complex needs, and/or work with groups of older people.
A critical component of the Certificate IV in Ageing Support is your work placement.
During placement, you’ll have the opportunity to put into practice your newly acquired skills, in a real-life aged care setting!
The Certificate IV includes 120 hours placement in an aged care facility, and Academia will help you source your training.
Possible job roles include:
Once qualified you are able to provide personal, holistic care to the elderly in various settings, which can encompass home and community care, residential aged care facilities, retirement villages and hospitals. This allows you to supervise and/or coordinate a limited number of other workers.
With this qualification, you may also be able to work independently within clearly defined organisation guidelines and service plans.
A growing industry also offers you a wonderful opportunity to progress your career in the future.
Ready to take the first step towards a rewarding and fulfilling career in aged care? Academia welcomes you!
Study aged care at our Melbourne & Brisbane campuses and get the right skills - combined with hands-on training - to make a splash in this ever-growing industry.
The aged care sector needs people just like YOU to deliver compassionate services and care to the elderly.
Start your new career with the right qualification - enquire about Academia’s aged care courses in Melbourne & Brisbane or reach out to us if you have any further questions.
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