AGED CARE COURSE
Unaccredited
Our Aged Care courses offer an entry point to Australia’s community service and healthcare sectors. Gain the skills and knowledge needed to provide crucial assistance to our aging population.
With a focus on dementia care, palliative support, and grief counseling, you’ll be well-prepared for this emotionally rewarding journey. Whether you’re starting anew or seeking professional growth, join us to make a difference in the lives of our seniors. Begin your aged care career today!
- Unaccredited Aged Care Course
- Locations Nationwide
- CRICOS Registered
- Expert Trainers
AGE CARE COURSE OVERVIEW
This aged care course can help jump-start a new career in Australia’s community service and healthcare industries. Through the aged care stream, you can learn the technical knowledge, people skills, and the care needed to support those in need of extra assistance due to age.
Skills Training College is a registered training organisation (RTO) staffed by experienced professionals and friendly trainers. Our nationally accredited training courses help make it easy for anyone to advance further in their career or find a new one altogether. As a CRICOS registered training provider, we have a catalogue of courses for international students in Australia.
Through a blended delivery of online theoretical learning and face-to-face practical skills training, you’ll earn a nationally recognised qualification to work in aged care in Australia. Gain brand new skills in home and community care, learn the responsibilities of an aged care worker and experience the extraordinary empathy that comes with working in an aged care facility.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
You’ll learn everything you need to know about providing individualised support for elderly people with compassion and dignity.
After successfully completing this course you’ll be able to support patients in maintaining their own independence, recognise changes in health, administer medication to patients, understand the responsibilities of an aged care worker, and perform safe practices.
By specialising in aged care you’ll also gain valuable insights into working with those challenged by dementia, supporting those in palliative care, and providing grief counselling to patients and their loved ones.
ELIGIBILITY & ENROLMENT
This course is perfect for anyone with an abundance of thoughtfulness and compassion looking to begin a rewarding career in aged care or support services. It’s also an excellent qualification for anyone already working in Australia’s healthcare industry interested in professional development or career advancement opportunities.
COURSE CURRICULUM
- CPPSEC2101 – Apply effective communication skills to maintain security
- CPPSEC2102– Apply legal and procedural requirements to work effectively within a security team
- CPPSEC2104 – Apply risk assessment to select and carry out response to security risk situations
- CPPSEC2105 – Provide quality services to a range of security clients
- CPPSEC2106– Protect self and others using basic defensive techniques
- CPPSEC2107– Patrol premises to monitor property and maintain security
- CPPSEC2108– Screen people, personal effects and items to maintain security
- CPPSEC2109 – Monitor and control access and exit of persons and vehicles from premises
- CPPSEC2110 – Monitor and control individual and crowd behaviour to maintain security
- CPPSEC2111 – Apply security procedures to manage intoxicated persons
- CPPSEC2112 – Apply security procedures to remove persons from premises
- CPPSEC2113– Escort and protect persons and valuables
- HLTAID011– Provide First Aid
LOCATIONS
Skills Training College has training facilities across Australia providing high-quality training and education to domestic and international students. This CRICOS registered security course is offered at the following Skills Training College training facilities:
ADELAIDE
Situated in the heart of Adelaide, our Adelaide security course facility boasts excellent accessibility. It’s well-connected to public transportation, and you’ll find parking options within easy walking distance from our location.
- Address: Level 2/45 Grenfell St, Adelaide SA 5000
- Phone: 0414 668 019
BRISBANE
Located conveniently in the center of Brisbane, our security training facility in Brisbane offers easy accessibility. There is ample public parking available within a short walking distance from our venue.
- Address: Level 1, 345 Ann Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
- Phone: 0414 668 019
HOBART
Located in the heart of Hobart, Tasmania, our security training facility is easily accessible. You’ll discover ample public parking within a short walking distance from our venue.
- Address: Rydges Hobart, 393 Argyle Street, North Hobart TAS 7002
- Phone: 0414 668 019
GOLD COAST
Situated in the vibrant area of Southport on the Gold Coast, Queensland, our security training facility is designed for accessibility. You’ll find convenient public parking options within a short walk of our venue.
- Address: Unit 6, 9 Frinton Street, Southport QLD 4215, Australia
- Phone: 0414 668 019
LOGAN
Nestled in the heart of the South Brisbane suburb of Logan, our security training facility is conveniently placed with ample public parking and public transport options just a short stroll away from the venue.
- Address: Unit 9 / 84 Wembley Road, Logan Central, QLD, 4114
- Phone: 0414 668 019
MORPHETT VALE
Strategically located in Morphett Vale, South Australia, our security training facility offers exceptional accessibility. There are convenient public parking options within a brief walk from our venue.
- Address: Unit 8/ 20 Taylors Avenue, Morphett Vale, SA, 5162
- Phone: 0414 668 019
SALISBURY
Conveniently situated in Salisbury, South Australia, our security training facility is very easily accessible. You’ll find ample public parking within a short walking distance from our venue as well as public transport options nearby.
- Address: 6/89 John Street Salisbury, SA 5108
- Phone: 0414 668 019
LAUNCESTON
Positioned in Launceston, Tasmania, our security training facility offers easy accessibility. Ample public parking is available within a brief walk from our venue.
- Address: 50 Glen Dhu St, South Launceston, TAS, 7249
- Phone: 0414 668 019
START YOUR CAREER IN THE AGED CARE INDUSTRY
Australia’s aged care sector specialises in providing physical and emotional support to older Australians in aged care facilities. With Australia’s ageing population, the Australian government predicts that over the next five years there will be approximately 179,000 new jobs.
If you’re thinking about a career in aged care, there’s never been a better time!
Answer the Call
Over the next 5 years more than 50 thousand jobs are expected to open up in the aged care community industry
Make Compassion Your Career
Learn the skills required to support and assist in a variety of settings with a wide range of employment options within allied health.
Give Dignity to the Deserving
Apply yourself to supporting ageing Australians with a high quality of compassion and skill to maintain their social, hygiene and mobility needs.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Aged care work in Australia comprises a wide variety of tasks, and an equally diverse range of roles to within the allied health sector to perform then all. With Australia’s ageing population, qualified staff in the community services industry and aged care services are in high demand. Upon your successful completion , you’ll be in an excellent position to apply for one of the following jobs:
- Nursing Assistant
- Personal Carer
- Community Care Worker
- Aged Care Assistant
- And more rewarding roles
Interested in starting a career in allied health? Kick start your new career with the right aged care course and begin helping the elderly people of Australia.
Security License Information
Upon successful completion of this course you’ll be able to apply for a security licence in your respective state or territory. Each state has its own licensing requirements and regulations which determine which jobs a security licence holder can perform.
While applying for mutual recognition can be used to transfer a licence between states, it’s a good idea to research your state’s requirements to ensure you meet them before you start applying for jobs.
COURSE DELIVERY
This security course uses a blended delivery model, combining an in-person, practical class with independent online learning.
The online component consists of 26 chapters of multiple-choice questions which we recommend completing first.
The practical component is full-time and runs over five consecutive days Monday’s at 9am. These in-person sessions are critical for you to gain the security skills and knowledge you need to be successful in your new career path.
Book early, as space is limited.
aGED CARE COURSES IN AUSTRALIA
Australia offers a wide array of reputable aged care courses that provide individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to embark on a fulfilling career in the aged care sector.
Age care and individual support courses are designed to equip students with the necessary tools to provide compassionate and professional care to elderly individuals.
Further education in the support services industries can open the door to a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors while advancing your own professional growth.
This course is a foundational step for those aspiring to work in aged care. It covers topics like personal care, communication, and supporting the well-being of elderly clients.
For those seeking a more comprehensive understanding of aged care, this diploma program offers advanced training in areas such as dementia care, health promotion, and managing complex care needs.
This program is suitable for individuals looking to take on leadership roles in aged care settings. It focuses on developing supervisory and management skills while also addressing the needs of older adults.
Please note: Whilst Skills Training College offers a wide range of courses, we do not currently provide accredited aged care courses.
COURSE FEES & PAYMENT OPTIONS
For domestic students, course fees for CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations are one simple upfront payment of $599.
This includes a $100 non refundable enrolment fee.
To view our full payment terms and conditions here.
*To enrol in our domestic security course you must be an Australian citizen or Australian Resident. Visa holders not on permanent resident visas must undertake our international security course.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are aged care courses tax deductible?
If you already work in a role where an aged course would be considered self-education as part of upskilling or maintaining your position, then your course expenses are indeed tax deductible.
Can I do Aged Care Courses Online?
Some providers do offer online aged care courses allowing you to get qualified at your own pace from the comfort of your home.
At Skills Training College we believe hands-on practical learning provides our students with the best opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in providing individual support to clients in aged care. This is why many of our courses are hybrid or face-to-face courses.
What are the requirements for aged care courses?
There are no formal academic or professional requirements needed to enrol in an aged care course in Australia.
What qualifications do I need to be an aged care worker in Australia?
While there are some entry-level roles which require no qualifications, an aged care course is typically a minimum requirement for most aged care or ageing support positions. From there, additional aged care study, training, and qualifications can be undertaken for better employment opportunities.