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Certificate III in Individual Support + Certificate IV in Ageing Support in Australia

Certificate III in Individual Support + Certificate IV in Ageing Support is a 1.5–2 year course in Australia that qualifies graduates to work as an Aged Care Worker, with course fees starting from $14,700 for onshore students.

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  • Duration: 1.5–2 years

  • Tuition Fee: Starts from $14,700 (onshore) / Starts from $20,000 (offshore)

  • Initial Deposit: Starts from $1,500

  • English Requirement to Enrol: IELTS 5.0 or equivalent

  • Occupation: Aged Care Worker

What Will You Learn in This Course?

This course is designed for those who want to start a career in caregiving, as well as those already working in the sector who want to formalise their qualifications and progress their career.

During the course, you'll build knowledge of the human body, older adults' health issues, and how to support the body's healthy functioning in specific physical conditions. Upon completion, you'll hold a nationally recognised qualification, allowing you to work as a qualified aged care professional across Australia.

Career Paths After This Course

  • Care Worker

  • Home Care Assistant

  • Assistant in Nursing

  • Residential Care Worker

  • Residential Support Worker

  • Aged Care Carer

  • Client Care Advisor

  • Aged Care Worker

  • Care Team Leader

  • Personal Care Worker

  • Personal Care Assistant

  • Care Service Employee

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Certificate III in Individual Support + Certificate IV in Ageing Support take?

The course takes 1.5 to 2 years to complete, depending on the institution you enrol with.

How much does this course cost in Australia?

Course fees start from $14,700 in total for onshore students and from $20,000 for offshore students, with an initial deposit starting from $1,500. Exact pricing varies by institution and intake.

What English score do I need to enrol?

You need IELTS 5.0 overall or equivalent to enrol in this course — one of the more accessible English requirements among aged care and community services diplomas.

What can I work as after completing this course?

Graduates are qualified to work as an Aged Care Worker, supporting elderly clients with daily living, health, and wellbeing needs in residential or in-home care settings.

Ready to Start Your Aged Care Pathway?

RACC Australia matches you with the right institution based on your budget, intake timing, and state preference — and we don't charge any service fee for your Student Visa Application.

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