Introduction to Aged Care & Disability Support (CSP-NMF-049)

Aged care and disability support are among the fastest-growing employment sectors in Australia. With an ageing population and the ongoing rollout of the NDIS, demand for caring, capable support workers is at an all-time high. If you're someone who genuinely wants to make a difference in people's lives every day, these industries offer real, long-term career pathways. Across 3 modules, you'll explore how Australia's aged care and disability support sectors work, the range of roles available — from personal care and community support to coordination and case management — what the work actually looks like day to day, and the values and professional standards that underpin quality care. HOW IT WORKS 🕒 3 Modules × 3 Lessons · Each lesson approx. 20 minutes · ~3 hours total 📝 Short multiple choice quiz at the end of each module — 70% pass mark required 🌐 100% online and self-paced — learn whenever, wherever 📄 Downloadable course workbook included (PDF) 🏅 Certificate of Achievement + verified digital badge issued on completion WHAT YOU'LL GET FROM THIS COURSE ✅ A microcredential certificate to add to your CV under Skills & Interests ✅ An overview of Australia's aged care and disability support sectors and their key employers ✅ Understanding of the NDIS, aged care funding, and how the systems work ✅ Awareness of the values, ethics, and communication standards required in care work ✅ A foundation for entry-level support worker roles and formal Certificate III study PLEASE NOTE: All CertSmart courses are developed by qualified Australian educators and industry professionals. Working in aged care and disability support in Australia requires a National Police Check and, for some roles, a Working With Vulnerable People check. Formal qualifications include Certificate III in Individual Support through a registered training organisation (RTO). This course has been designed in accordance with Australia's National Microcredentials Framework (NMF).