Fundamentals of Aged Care

Discover the essential skills and knowledge needed to provide compassionate, person-centred support to older Australians. This introductory course offers a practical overview of the aged care sector, helping you understand the needs of ageing individuals, effective communication techniques, dignity of care principles, and the role of support workers in promoting wellbeing and independence.

Whether you’re considering a career in aged care, supporting a loved one, or looking to expand your understanding of the industry, this course provides a strong foundation to help you make a positive difference in the lives of older people.

On completion of this short course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the foundations of aged care practice
  • Recognise health and know how to respond safely
  • Manage daily care, safety and health support
  • Support clients with complex needs
  • Deliver a palliative approach and end-of-life care

Overview

  • Course Fees
    $495
  • Duration
    8 hours
  • Delivery
    Individual students (online)

Discover the foundations of quality care and the power of supporting people to live well as they age.

Begin your aged care journey with the practical knowledge and confidence needed to support quality care and meaningful outcomes.

You will be able to complete the course on a computer, tablet or smart phone and can user your preferred browser or the aXcelerate app which is available from Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

Learn Anytime

Short, flexible courses designed to fit around your day.

Expert Developed

Created by subject matter experts with real-world knowledge.

Study Online

Access practical learning online, wherever and whenever it suits you.

Practical Learning

Gain the knowledge and perspective to answer the questions that matter.

Simple Online Enrolment

Enrolling is quick and easy.

Once enrolled, you will receive an invitation to create your student account within 15 minutes. After your account has been activated, you will have immediate access to your course and can commence learning at a time that suits you.

Upon successful completion of this short course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion.

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Topics

During this course, you will explore:

  • Lesson 1: Foundations of Aged Care PracticeEstablishes the professional standards for working in the Australian aged care sector. It covers the legal and ethical responsibilities that guide practice, ensuring you work safely and respectfully with diverse clients and colleagues.
  • Lesson 2: Recognising Health and Responding Safely – Provides fundamental knowledge of human body systems and the key principles of emergency response. This topic equips you to recognise signs of healthy functioning and to act confidently and appropriately in a first aid or incident situation
  • Lesson 3: Managing Daily Safety and Health SupportCovers two critical, high-risk areas of daily care. This topic details procedures for preventing and controlling infection and clarifies the boundaries and responsibilities for safely supporting clients with their medication needs.
  • Lesson 4: Supporting Clients with Complex NeedsAddresses the skills required to support clients with common, long-term, and complex health conditions. This topic provides specific, person-centred strategies for people living with dementia and those managing chronic diseases.
  • Lesson 5: Delivering a Palliative Approach and End-of-Life CareProvides a sensitive introduction to the principles of palliative care. This topic focuses on enhancing quality of life, managing symptoms, and providing compassionate support to clients with life-limiting conditions and during end-of-life stages.