{"id":24254,"date":"2024-10-22T05:20:15","date_gmt":"2024-10-22T05:20:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/?p=24254"},"modified":"2024-10-22T05:20:15","modified_gmt":"2024-10-22T05:20:15","slug":"blog-aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/","title":{"rendered":"Aged Care Courses in Sydney for International Students"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Demographic projections show that approximately <\/span><b>18% <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">of Australia&#8217;s total population will be over <\/span><b>65 by 2031<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Therefore, there will be an increasing demand for aged care workers to support older people as the population ages.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if you are an international student and want to pursue a career in the aged care industry, Sydney is the best place for you. The city has many <\/span><b>world-class universities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and offers a <\/span><b>vibrant lifestyle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, advanced <\/span><b>healthcare facilities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and multiple <\/span><b>job opportunities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to overseas students.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll learn all about <\/span><b>aged care courses in Sydney for international students,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> including eligibility requirements and top institutions offering these courses in this blog.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_49 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn 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0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-671f2702341f2\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Aged_Care_Courses_in_Sydney_for_International_Students\" title=\"Aged Care Courses in Sydney for International Students\">Aged Care Courses in Sydney for International Students<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Certificate_III_in_Individual_Support_Ageing\" title=\"Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)\">Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Job_Opportunities_for_Students\" title=\"Job Opportunities for Students\">Job Opportunities for Students<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Certificate_IV_in_Ageing_Support\" title=\"Certificate IV in Ageing Support\">Certificate IV in Ageing Support<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Job_Opportunities_for_Students-2\" title=\"Job Opportunities for Students\">Job Opportunities for Students<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Diploma_of_Community_Services_Aged_Care\" title=\"Diploma of Community Services (Aged Care)\">Diploma of Community Services (Aged Care)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Job_Opportunities_for_Students-3\" title=\"Job Opportunities for Students\">Job Opportunities for Students<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Bachelor_of_Nursing_Aged_Care\" title=\"Bachelor of Nursing (Aged Care)\">Bachelor of Nursing (Aged Care)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Job_Opportunities_for_Students-4\" title=\"Job Opportunities for Students\">Job Opportunities for Students<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Why_Should_You_Study_Aged_Care_Courses_in_Sydney\" title=\"Why Should You Study Aged Care Courses in Sydney?\">Why Should You Study Aged Care Courses in Sydney?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#What_is_the_General_Eligibility_Criteria_to_Apply_for_Aged_Care_Courses\" title=\"What is the General Eligibility Criteria to Apply for Aged Care Courses?\">What is the General Eligibility Criteria to Apply for Aged Care Courses?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Average_Salary_of_Aged_Care_Industry_Workers\" title=\"Average Salary of Aged Care Industry Workers\">Average Salary of Aged Care Industry Workers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Cost_of_Studying_Aged_Care_in_Sydney\" title=\"Cost of Studying Aged Care in Sydney\">Cost of Studying Aged Care in Sydney<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/blog\/aged-care-courses-in-sydney-for-international-students\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aged_Care_Courses_in_Sydney_for_International_Students\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aged Care Courses in Sydney for International Students<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aged care courses are designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to pursue a career in the aged care industry. These courses include various <\/span><b>subjects<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, such as infection prevention, personal hygiene, health promotion, and communication.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aged care courses are offered at <\/span><b>different levels<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, from certificates to bachelor&#8217;s degrees. Moreover, you can study them at universities, technical colleges, or vocational schools. Sydney offers a wide range of aged care courses to students who want to work in this well-respected industry. Here are a few instances of <\/span><b>aged care courses offered in Sydney:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Certificate IV in Ageing Support<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Diploma of Nursing (Ageing)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Bachelor of Nursing (Aged Care)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s discuss each course in detail to develop better understanding.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Certificate_III_in_Individual_Support_Ageing\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is a <\/span><b>vocational degree<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> intended to provide students with the skills that are required to work in the aged care sector. The course covers a variety of <\/span><b>subjects<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, such as:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to help older people with their personal care?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to help them take their medications?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to collaborate with others to deliver high-quality care.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The course typically lasts around <\/span><b>6\u201312 months<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and you must complete at least <\/span><b>120 hours of work <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to obtain this certificate. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.studiesinaustralia.com\/studying-in-australia\/what-to-study-in-australia\/types-of-education\/technical-and-further-education\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Technical and further education (TAFE)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> institutes and other training providers usually offer this course.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Job_Opportunities_for_Students\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Job Opportunities for Students<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Graduates of the programme may be qualified for entry-level roles in the aged care sector, such as personal care assistants or care workers. More job opportunities include the following:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Residential Aide<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planned Activity Assistant for the elderly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hospice worker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Senior Personal Care Assistant<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Senior Transport support worker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Residential support and care worker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nurse\u2019s aide<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal caregiver<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community care worker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-home respite worker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assistant in Nursing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An adult care facility worker<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Certificate_IV_in_Ageing_Support\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certificate IV in Ageing Support<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It equips students with the skills necessary to deliver <\/span><b>high-quality care<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and offers assistance to elderly people, particularly those with chronic diseases. A wide range of <\/span><b>subjects<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are covered in the course to help students better understand the:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Needs of older people.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give them appropriate and nuanced care and support\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn how to communicate with older people.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This course includes leadership and management skills, preparing you for higher-level roles in aged care. It usually takes about <\/span><b>12\u201318 months<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to complete and candidates must complete at least <\/span><b>160 hours of work<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to obtain this certificate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Job_Opportunities_for_Students-2\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Job Opportunities for Students<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Certificate IV in Ageing Support prepares students for various job opportunities, including the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accommodation Support Worker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Respite Care Worker\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal Caregiver<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community Program Coordinator<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal caregiver<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Care supervisor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Residential Care Officer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day Activity Worker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Care Team Leader<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diploma_of_Community_Services_Aged_Care\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diploma of Community Services (Aged Care)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Diploma of Community Services provides comprehensive training for those who want to work for <\/span><b>senior positions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the aged care industry. This qualification highlights the <\/span><b>role of community workers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in providing person-centred services to individuals, groups, and communities through proper management and coordination.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It covers advanced topics such as case management and community development. This course can take <\/span><b>18-24 months<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to complete and candidates must complete at least <\/span><b>400 hours of work<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> placement to obtain this certificate. Students are prepared to operate independently within their areas of expertise while receiving general guidance from upper management.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Job_Opportunities_for_Students-3\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Job Opportunities for Students<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you complete the Diploma of Community Services, you will have multiple job opportunities, including:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community services worker\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family support worker\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Client services manager\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community development officer\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Case manager\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Service manager or program coordinator<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bachelor_of_Nursing_Aged_Care\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bachelor of Nursing (Aged Care)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registered nurses (Aged Care) offer nursing care to the elderly in community settings, residential aged care facilities and healthcare institutions. In this course, students will:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn how to make clinical decisions and conduct professional assessments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complete a clinical placement in a variety of community, business, and healthcare environments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn out the most important aspects of patient health and wellness.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This course can take <\/span><b>3 to 4 years <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to complete and candidates must complete at least <\/span><b>800 hours of clinical work<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> placement to obtain this certificate<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Job_Opportunities_for_Students-4\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Job Opportunities for Students<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After completing your bachelor&#8217;s degree in nursing, you can start working in Australia. There are a number of nursing jobs for which you can apply. Below is a list of some nursing career profiles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aged Care Nurse<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community Health Nurse<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aged Care Manager<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dementia Care Specialist<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Palliative Care Nurse<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, you can choose any of these courses mentioned above based on your interests and preferences. <\/span><b>But why choose Sydney and not other cities?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Here is the answer!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Should_You_Study_Aged_Care_Courses_in_Sydney\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Should You Study Aged Care Courses in Sydney?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sydney is an excellent place to study for international students. The city offers the best education facilities and a high quality of life. Here are some of the <\/span><b>benefits of studying aged care courses in Sydney<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sydney is home to many <\/span><b>world-class universities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that offer a wide range of aged care courses.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studying aged care courses in Sydney provides students with <\/span><b>hands-on experience<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> via internships across the wide healthcare industry of the city.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Completing an aged care course in Sydney will provide students with various <\/span><b>job opportunities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aged care qualifications can be a pathway to <\/span><b>PR in Australia<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, making it an attractive option for international students.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_General_Eligibility_Criteria_to_Apply_for_Aged_Care_Courses\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the General Eligibility Criteria to Apply for Aged Care Courses?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each course has its own set of eligibility requirements and conditions that students must follow while submitting their application. Below, I\u2019ve discussed <strong>general requirements for aged care courses:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must have completed high school <\/span><b>education <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to enroll in aged care courses.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some courses may have <\/span><b>additional requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so it&#8217;s important to check with the specific institution.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must demonstrate that you are competent in the <\/span><b>English language<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> via IELTS or TOEFL.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must have a <\/span><b>student visa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to study in Australia as an international student.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must be <\/span><b>financially stable<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> enough to support yourself during your stay.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must have <\/span><b>Overseas Health Cover Insurance (OSHC)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to cover your medical expenses.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Average_Salary_of_Aged_Care_Industry_Workers\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average Salary of Aged Care Industry Workers<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The aged care industry is a significant economic sector and offers different work opportunities for qualified experts. <strong>In Australia, aged care providers can make up to <\/strong><\/span><strong>$900 a week<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>, putting in an average of 35.9 hours.<\/strong> Moreover, you can pursue a flexible schedule in your free time by taking advantage of the numerous part-time employment jobs in this industry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Studying_Aged_Care_in_Sydney\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cost of Studying Aged Care in Sydney<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of aged care courses can vary depending on the institution and the level of the course. <strong>On average, you can expect to pay between <\/strong><\/span><strong>AUD 5,000 to AUD 15,000 <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>per year.<\/strong> Some institutions offer payment plans and scholarships to help manage costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, you must have approximately <\/span><b>AUD 20,000 to AUD 25,000 per year<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for living expenses, including accommodation, food, transport, and other essentials.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Final Thoughts<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studying aged care in Sydney offers numerous benefits, from high-quality education and practical experience to excellent career opportunities. Sydney is an ideal destination for international students as it provides a range of courses and strong support services.\u00a0 So, what are you waiting for?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore aged care courses in Sydney and take the first step towards a rewarding career in aged care. If you have any questions about aged care courses, contact us at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Migration<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We offer authentic education consultation services to students by assessing different factors such as age, qualifications and work experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, schedule an online consultation now and get customized solution to your problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><script id=\"setmore_script\" type=\"text\/javascript\" src = \"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/wp-content\/plugins\/setmore-appointments\/script\/setmoreFancyBox.js\"><\/script><a id=\"Setmore_button_iframe\" style=\"float:none\" href=https:\/\/booking.setmore.com\/scheduleappointment\/7f6b62fe-e7f8-4ce0-adad-8e380214ef4d?lang=> <img border=\"none\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.setmore.com\/setmore\/images\/2.0\/Settings\/book-now-black.svg\" alt=\"Book an appointment with Personnel Calendar using SetMore\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Which course is best for aged care in Australia?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following <strong>aged care courses<\/strong> are considered the best courses:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Certificate IV in Ageing Support<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>How long is an aged care course in Australia?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The duration of <strong>aged care courses varies in Australia<\/strong> depending on the type of course and qualification level. Here is the <strong>estimated duration<\/strong> for some of the most popular aged courses:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing): 6-12 months<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Certificate IV in Ageing Support: 12-18 months<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Diploma of Community Services (Aged Care): 18-24 months<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Bachelor of Nursing (Aged Care): 3 to 4 years<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>What qualifications do I need to work in aged care in NSW?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You generally need a <strong>Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) to work in aged care in NSW.<\/strong> Moreover, you may be asked to submit a First Aid Certificate, an aged care vaccine certificate, and a Police Clearance Certificate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>What are the popular universities in Sydney for international students?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a list of the <strong>best universities in Sydney<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of Sydney<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of New South Wales (UNSW)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Macquarie University<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of Technology Sydney (UTS)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Western Sydney University<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of Wollongong<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Australian Catholic University<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of New England<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of Notre Dame Australia<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Demographic projections show that approximately 18% of Australia&#8217;s total population will be over 65 by 2031. Therefore, there will be an increasing demand for aged care workers to support older people as the population ages. &nbsp; So, if you are an international student and want to pursue a career in the aged care industry, Sydney&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":24267,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"spt_transcript":""},"categories":[208],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24254"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/21"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24254"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24254\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":24266,"href":"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24254\/revisions\/24266"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/24267"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24254"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=24254"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/themigration.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=24254"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}