GOTAFE (Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE)
1 year (full-time) or 1.5 years (part-time)
Pursue a rewarding career in aged care and disability support with this nationally recognised qualification. Learn to provide person-centred support to vulnerable individuals while working as part of a multi-disciplinary team in community or residential settings.
Applicants must complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to demonstrate required literacy and numeracy levels. A Pre-training Review interview is required to ensure the course suits your needs and aspirations. Before commencing placement, you'll need a current National Police Check, Working With Children's Check, COVID-19 and Influenza immunisation, and serological testing. NDIS Worker Screening Check is required for disability service placements. Workplace disability cohort applicants must have been employed in the industry for a minimum of 6 months. Students require a laptop for face-to-face and virtual sessions, and access to a digital camera or video camera for assessment tasks.
The course comprises 15 units: 9 core and 6 elective. Core units include Provide Individualised Support, Facilitate Empowerment, Support Independence and Wellbeing, Recognise Healthy Body Systems, Communicate in Health/Community Services, Work with Diverse People, Work Legally and Ethically, Apply Infection Prevention and Control, and Follow Safe Work Practices. Elective units cover topics such as Recognising Falls Risk, Supporting People with Dementia, Aged Care Practice, Supporting Autism Spectrum Disorder, Community Participation, Disability Support, Mental Health, and Palliative Care. Students complete 150 hours of practical placement in aged care and disability services.
GOTAFE is a leading Regional Victoria Institute of TAFE with extensive experience in health and community services training. As a registered training organisation (RTO 3094), GOTAFE delivers government-accredited, nationally recognised qualifications with strong industry connections. The provider offers flexible delivery options including blended learning, workplace training, and online study to accommodate diverse student needs. GOTAFE provides comprehensive student support services including learning support, counselling, disability support, and career guidance to ensure student success.
Graduates are eligible for roles including Aged and Disability Residential Support Worker, Aged Support Worker, Disability Support Worker, In-Home Respite Worker, Accommodation Support Worker, Community Care Worker, Care/Client Assistant, and Care Worker. Further study pathways include Certificate IV in Disability Support (CHC43121), Certificate IV in Ageing Support (CHC43015), and Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121). This qualification opens doors to a growing sector with increasing demand for skilled support workers in aged care and disability services across Australia.
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