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Aged Care Skills Micro-Credential
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Course Information
Australia’s ageing and growing population means there is an increasing need for compassionate, capable people who can support older Australians to live with dignity, respect and a better quality of life.
If you’re passionate about helping others and want to build practical skills in emotional, physical and personal care, the Aged Care Skills Micro-Credential is a great place to start. It’s also ideal for existing carers who want to strengthen and consolidate their current skills.
Learn Practical Aged Care Skills Online
This online course covers essential skills for providing care and support to older Australians across a range of settings, including private homes, community environments and registered home care facilities.
You’ll work through easy-to-understand learning modules designed to help you build practical knowledge at your own pace. The course has been developed by experts in the field, making it a flexible way to develop your understanding of aged care and community care.
Build Your Knowledge and Take the Next Step
If you’re considering a career in aged care or already work in a caring role, this micro-credential can help you build a stronger foundation of relevant skills and knowledge.
Some aged care roles require additional qualifications. To help you plan your next steps, the course includes supplementary resources covering further study options and relevant qualifications.
Online Courses Australia can also provide proof of enrolment upon request, which may assist when seeking placement opportunities in the aged care and community care industry.
Start building your aged care skills online and take the next step towards supporting older Australians with confidence, compassion and respect.
140 Hours
Lifetime Access
Delivered 100% online, no classroom required
Instant course access (simply enrol online, anytime)
Personalised One-on-One Support from a Qualified Vet Nurse
Assessments are short answer and multiple choice
Fast turnaround on marking (within 1 business day)
Live chat, 7 days a week
Subjects
Work Effectively With Older People
Follow Safety Procedures For Direct Care Work
Recognise Healthy Body Systems In A Health Care Setting
Work Effectively In The Community Sector
Provide Behaviour Support In The Context Of Individualised Plans
Payment Option
OCA Offers Flexible Study Payment Options
Interest-Free Payment Plans Available
AfterPay in 4 Available
PayPal, Visa & Mastercard Accepted
Upfront Payment Discounts Available
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About Online Courses Australia
Online Courses Australia (OCA) helps you gain real skills, real confidence, and real credentials without putting your life on hold. Whether you’re starting fresh, changing directions, or levelling up, our flexible online learning is designed to fit around your lifestyle so you can keep moving forward while you study.
With 100+ courses across 25 industries, OCA gives you access to practical, outcome-driven learning built for real-world application. We make education more accessible with flexible payment plans and finance options, so you can invest in your future in a way that works for you.
Our “Learn and Earn” approach means you don’t have to pause your life to progress, and with lifetime access to course materials, you can revisit and refresh your knowledge whenever you need. Combined with engaging, high-quality learning experiences, OCA is built to help you grow with confidence and momentum.
Career Pathway
- Aged Care Worker
- Aged Care Support Worker
- Personal Care Assistant
- Aged Care Administration
- Home Care Worker
- Residential Aged Care Worker
- Work in Aged Care Services
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We provide lifetime access to your chosen course so you can study anytime, anywhere, on any device. You will have 24/7 support on a world-class learning platform, and mentors are available on demand. We put your learning experience first with easy-to-navigate and highly engaging content, including masterclass videos. Each topic contains an interactive quiz with unlimited attempts. You will also receive ongoing educational feedback on your work from our mentors.
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