Get fee-free training in this rewarding and growing industry
The aged care sector offers a great career path for anyone who wants to work in this industry. Existing workers can upskill to seek out new opportunities or move to other areas of care.
Fully subsidised aged care training places are available across NSW for people looking to start or progress their careers in this rewarding sector.
This industry is consistently growing and requires workers in different areas and levels of expertise.
Training is fully funded by the NSW and Commonwealth governments.
- There are plenty of fee-free courses around NSW. Online courses are also available.
- Currently employed? You can study aged care courses and shift to this flexible and growing industry.
- Already working in aged care? You can upgrade your skills by accessing fully subsidised qualifications
New and existing aged care workers could:
- Access government-subsidised part and full qualification training at no cost.
- Increase employment opportunities for other roles in aged care that require specific skills and certifications.
- Improve your salary and working conditions.
- Assist with workforce development needs to higher classifications, leading to promotion (e.g. aged care officer to supervisor).
Aged care providers will also benefit from this initiative
Influence your employees to take advantage of this initiative to develop their career while impacting positively the community.
- Design the training you need for your business.
- Strategically develop succession planning and HR growth by upskilling existing employees and create entry-level positions.
- Increase employee retention by providing career growth and new skills.
- Create a culture of learning and ongoing professional development.
You may be able to study a fee-free course if you are:
- 15 years old or over
- no longer at school
- living or working in NSW
- an Australian citizen, permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen.
You do not have to be working in the aged care sector or have previous industry experience to access fee-free full and part qualifications in aged care.
In addition, your eligibility is not affected if you have completed a vocational education and training (VET) course, including a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship, as part of your high school education.
No matter who you are, Skills NSW makes it easier to access the training you need to enter this rewarding sector.
You may qualify for a range of discounts including fully-subsidised courses
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We're here to help
The Careers NSW Skills Hub is a free phone service to help you find skills and training support in NSW. Make an appointment online or call 13 77 88.
Not sure what courses are available or how to enrol? Contact your nearest Training Services NSW office on 13 28 11 to help you make connections with the right organisations and people in your region.
For other career related information and support go to Careers NSW.