About this industry
Make a positive difference to the lives of people needing care, including those living with a disability, to live as independently as possible. In this industry, you might help people to move around, or wash and dress, prepare meals, support social activities, and encourage personal growth and independence. To work in aged care and disability, you'll need strong communication skills, patience and compassion. South Australia's health and medical industry is huge, employing over 160,000 people and growing fast. It's one of the largest health precincts in the Southern Hemisphere, with lots of opportunities for skilled workers.
Where can this take you?
Job titles in this industry
- Welfare Support Worker
- Disabilities Services Officer
- Community Worker
- Residential Care Officer
- Personal Care Assistant
- Aged or Disability Support Worker
Career opportunities
- Aged Care Activity Worker
- Care Service Team Leader
- Care Supervisor (Aged Care)
- Disability Officer – Day Support
- Disability Support Worker
- Disability Services Manager
- Leisure and Therapy Assistant
- Enrolled Nurse
VET qualifications
Continue your studies with one of the following:
- CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
- CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
- CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
- CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management
- HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing
- HLT64121 Advanced Diploma of Nursing
- CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management
University pathway careers
- Social Worker
- Registered Nurse
- Physiotherapist
- Occupational therapist
- Dietitian
Study VET while you complete the SACE
Qualifications you could earn
Start your career at school through on-the-job training in one of:
- CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services
- CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
Qualifications you could earn
Start VET study at school through off-the-job training in:
- CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services
- (for preparation for Certificate III level)
- CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
Industry requirements
Industry specific requirements, including:
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- Driver’s Licence (Preferred)
- Manual Handling (Preferred)
- Vaccination against COVID-19 as per SA Health requirements
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- National Police Clearance
- Department of Human Services Working With Children Check
- Influenza vaccination
Plus
- Customised SACE subjects
- Pastoral care – mentoring and monitoring