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*** This article was updated in March 2020***

Do you have a caring nature and a strong desire to enrich the lives of elderly people ? A career in Aged Care may be just for you.

What kind of personality do you need to work in Aged Care?

To pursue a career in Aged Care, you must have good communication skills, strong compassion for others, you’ll need to be physically fit and a lot of patience.

Working in aged care means that no two days are the same, and all of your clients will require different levels of support. This means that you need to be flexible, adaptable, empathetic, and patient.

You will also need to be physically fit, as you will probably be on your feet most of the time. You may also need to help people stand up, sit down, or assist them moving from one place to another.

Whether you have experience in Aged Care already, or you're just looking to get started, there are lots of opportunities to develop your skills. The number of people needed within Aged Care is also growing and you’ll find there are a lot of career paths for you to explore, from helping the elderly on a day-to-day basis with a range of everyday tasks, to planning activities, nursing and much more.

Working in Aged Care can be a very fulfilling career, allowing you to make the lives of elderly people easier and happier, each and every day.

If you’re looking to pursue a career in Aged Care, take a look at this snapshot to see what you can expect:

What kind of jobs are there in Aged Care?

This is an industry that is set to grow exponentially in the coming years, and the sector needs qualified, dedicated people.

There are many different jobs you can pursue working in aged care, and you could find yourself working in an aged care facility, or helping elderly people retain their independence while living in their own homes.

Your day-to-day could see you accompanying your clients during their daily activities, helping them with chores around the house, organising group social activities, assisting with personal hygiene, and generally providing friendly companionship and emotional support.

What skills and qualifications do I need to become an aged care worker?

Whether you have experience in Aged Care already, or you're just looking to get started, there are lots of opportunities to develop your skills.

As our ageing population continues to grow, there is more demand than ever for people with the right kind of skills, qualifications and dispositions.

This means that there’s never been a better time to undertake further education in aged care. You can find out more about the courses offered through Open Colleges here.

Working in Aged Care can be a very fulfilling career, allowing you to make the lives of elderly people easier and happier, each and every day.

If you’re ready to start a career in aged care, you can chat to one of our Enrolment Consultants on 1300 861 430 about finding the right course for you.

Are you ready to take the next step towards a fulfilling and rewarding career?

Please note: Work placement opportunities are available in South Australia with our industry leading Aged Care partner, Southern Cross Care (SA, NT & VIC) Inc. Find out more here.