Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to provide personalized care tailored to each client’s unique needs, while empowering them to maintain their independence and well-being. You’ll gain the communication skills necessary to work effectively within health and community services, and develop the cultural competency to engage with people from diverse backgrounds. The course covers essential areas such as legal and ethical responsibilities, infection prevention and control, and safe practices for direct client care, ensuring you’re fully prepared for the role. Additionally, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to recognize healthy body systems and monitor the health of those in your care including working effectively in aged care, providing palliative care, supporting people living with dementia, and promoting social inclusion for individuals with disabilities.

By completing this qualification, you’ll position yourself in a high-demand sector with strong job prospects, flexible work arrangements, and the fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those who need it most.

WE WILL ORGANISE YOUR WORK PLACEMENT

• Basic computer skills and access to a desktop or laptop with sufficient internet speed to undertake online studies.
• For on-campus students, this can be reasonably adjusted to paper-based only if required.

• English level: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent

• 120 hours of work placement is mandatory for this course and is undertaken upon 75% completion of course. Placement will be organised for the student. The following is required for work placement:

– maintenance of full COVID-19 vaccinations
– NDIS Worker Screening Check
– Completion of a Criminal History Check (yellow card) and application for a Blue Card (working with children check). Your current AFP documentation (police check) must be no older than 3 months prior to the start of study.

• Students are interviewed during information sessions to ensure suitability for this career choice, as well as specialisation desired.