Sureway Skills Training
24 months
Become a skilled aged care professional with the Certificate IV in Ageing Support. This qualification equips you with specialised knowledge and practical skills to support older people in residential, home, or community settings, preparing you for meaningful roles in the aged care sector.
There are no formal entry requirements for the Certificate IV in Ageing Support. However, having some experience in aged care or a related qualification can enhance your learning journey. You must be at least 15 years old and have left school or be in school with a part-time job. A clear police check is required. You'll need a Unique Student Identifier (USI), which Sureway can help you obtain. Basic digital skills are essential, including the ability to use email, internet, create and save documents, and access online learning platforms. A reliable computer and internet connection are required for online study.
The course covers 18 units total: 15 core units and 3 elective units. Core units include: Facilitate the interests and rights of clients, Facilitate the empowerment of older people, Coordinate services for older people, Implement interventions with older people at risk, Provide support to people living with dementia, Facilitate individual service planning and delivery, Meet personal support needs, Support independence and wellbeing, Support relationships with carers and families, Work with diverse people, Manage legal and ethical compliance, Deliver care services using a palliative approach, Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships, Recognise healthy body systems, and Follow safe work practices for direct client care. Elective units may include: Recognise and report risk of falls, Manage and promote diversity, and Work with people with mental health issues.
Sureway Skills Training is a diversified organisation established in 1991, committed to empowering people and strengthening communities. Each learner is paired with a dedicated facilitator providing one-on-one support from enrolment to completion. The provider offers nationally recognised qualifications with practical, job-ready skills that employers seek. Flexible study options allow you to enrol anytime during the year with adjustable training plans. Government-supported funding makes training more affordable, and vocational placement assistance is provided to help secure suitable work experience.
Upon completion, you'll be qualified for meaningful roles in aged care including Aging Service Consultants, Aging Service Advisers, Service Assessment Coordinators, Case Managers, and NDIS Coordinators. The qualification opens pathways to work in residential aged care facilities, home care services, and community-based aged support programs. You can progress to further qualifications such as the Diploma of Community Services or specialise in areas like disability support or mental health. The skills and credentials position you for career advancement and leadership opportunities within the aged care and community services sector.
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