Program Overview
This part-time, online certificate prepares individuals for careers in aged care, particularly in roles related to dementia care. It provides a foundation for further study in dementia care and offers employment opportunities in a growing sector with projected 25% growth by 2024. The program is accessible to students with diverse backgrounds and minimal or no prior experience in aged care.
Program Outline
Careers:
This part-time, fully online certificate is suitable for you if you are either working in, or planning to work in, aged care or related sectors, such as community-based roles and support services in the context of ageing with dementia. Once you complete this certificate, articulation into further study in the Diploma of Dementia Care or Bachelor of Dementia Care is possible. This is a terrific opportunity to get your foot in the door in the aged care sector, as employment projections are upward trending and set to grow by 25% by 2024 (Labour Force Survey June 2019). This course is suitable for students from a wide range of educational backgrounds and minimal or no experience in aged care.
