For Government funded students and non-funded students, see the AustCare Training Fees List 2021 here
The student co-contribution fee and Police Check will need to be paid in full prior to the commencement of the courses. The remainder can be paid in weekly or fortnightly installments via Ezidebit. Please contact our office on (07) 5646 5888 to chat to our Accounts Team regarding payment plans.
Important: All fees are to be paid before any documentation is released, including your certificate.
For more details regarding Government Funding and eligibility, see “How does Government Funding work?”
*Fees are subject to change.
- have completed Year 12 in Queensland and hold a Senior Statement issued by the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority or equivalent certification
- enrol and start an apprenticeship, traineeship or training with an approved training provider in a high priority qualification by 31 December the year after graduating (e.g. 2018 graduates have to start by 31 December 2019)
- permanently reside in Queensland.
Individuals who hold a visa must also ensure their visa subclass is eligible for subsidised training.
For more details regarding the Fee Free Year 12 Graduate Program and fact sheet, click here.
If you are eligible for the Certificate 3 Guarantee Program funded by the Queensland Government, you will only need to pay the cost of your co-contribution fee.
- I am applying for the Certificate III in Individual Support
- I am an Australian citizen or a New Zealand citizen
- I am a Queensland resident
- I am an Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entry), or a temporary resident with the necessary Visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency
- I am 17 years of age or older
- I am no longer at school
- I do not already hold a post-school Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma or higher qualification
- I am not currently enrolled in a post-school Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma or higher qualification
- I am applying for the Certificate IV in Ageing Support
- I hold the Certificate III in Individual Support (or superseded qualification) and be an Existing Worker in the Aged Care industry sector
- I am an Australian citizen or a New Zealand citizen
- I am a Queensland resident
- I am an Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entry), or a temporary resident with the necessary Visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency
- I do not already hold a Certificate IV, Diploma or higher qualification
- I am not currently enrolled in a Certificate IV, Diploma or higher qualification
VETiS
Some students undertake nationally recognised vocational education and training (VET) qualifications while they are still at school.
Students undertaking VETiS, funded by the VET Investment budget, can complete one employment stream qualification at the certificate I or II level.
Are you eligible?
To be eligible you must meet a set of entry requirements. If you can tick all of the following statements, you may be eligible for this funded training program.
- I am applying for the Certificate II in Community Services
- I am an Australian citizen or a New Zealand citizen
- I am a Queensland resident
- I am an Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entry), or a temporary resident with the necessary Visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency
- I am 16 years of age or older
- I am attending school
- I have not completed an employment stream qualification at the Certificate I or II level before
For more details regarding VETiS, click here.
Eligibility Requirements
A $30.00 Police Check is applicable for full fee students if not already obtained and valid.
Additional fees apply for the following electives:
HLTAID003 Provide First Aid (includes CPR) – $98.00
CHCPAL001 Deliver Care Services Using a Palliative Approach – $99.00
HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication – $279.00
CHCCCS002 Assist with Movement – $399.00
If you would like to add a specialisation to your qualification, this is offered at a charge of $550.00 per specialisation.
Cert III
Whilst no previous experience or knowledge is required, a competent level of literacy and numeracy is required to complete the qualification as well as a willingness to work with the elderly.
CERT IV
A completed Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community) or similar Certificate III qualification. Existing worker in Aged Care, Disability or Community Sector, a competent level of literacy and numeracy is required to complete the qualification.
AustCare expects:
- The ability to read, write and communicate in English proficiently (year 10 level or equivalent)
- Successful completion of a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment
- A Police Clearance with no criminal history in the last 10 years.
- Physical ability to walk 8 kilometres on a daily basis.
- Any pre-existing back injuries in the last 5 years must be disclosed.
Before entering any aged care facility, it is required that you complete a National Police Check. This must be done before any paid or voluntary work is to take place. AustCare will arrange this for you for $30.00 if you a full fee student. Participants of the Certificate 3 Guarantee program funded by the Queensland Government will have their Police Check included as part of their co-contribution fee. To finish the course the result of this check must be clear and show no criminal history. We have been advised from our partner facilities that they will not accept any checks that reveal any matches.
This course is designed to suit everyone including school leavers and mature age students seeking a new career path or return to work persons. Students will be assessed in order to ascertain if their Literacy and Numeracy skills are sufficient to successfully undertake the training program. This is usually via interview or completion of an exercise contained in the proposed training program. Those who require further assessment or support will be referred to a qualified expert. Any costs incurred will be the responsibility of the student.
No, AustCare does the hard work for you! However if you have a place in mind, we will assist you to secure a placement at your preferred location. If you currently work or volunteer with an aged care facility, respite centre, or other relevant organisation, we may be able to credit you for these hours. Please discuss this with us further prior to your enrolment.
We include an AustCare student uniform to be worn during your placement this includes 2 polo shirts and a lanyard with your name.
Please note: If you are shopping around with other course providers, confirm your training organisation meets the minimum INDUSTRY STANDARD of 120 hours or work placement. If you have completed anything less, facilities will question the validity of your training making it harder to obtain employment.
You are required to complete 120 hours of unpaid work placement (excluding lunch breaks).
In aged care, morning shifts usually start around 6:30am to 7:00am, and finish around 2:00pm to 3:00pm. Afternoon shifts start between 2:00pm and 3:00pm, and finish between 9:00pm and 10:00pm. If you are doing your placement with a disability respite centre, you should also expect to work morning and afternoon shifts. You will not be required to do any night shifts or weekend shifts during your placement.
To help you understand your responsibilities in the workplace, you will be given a Student Code of Conduct which indicates expected standards of behaviour in the workplace. Students who have committed a breach of duty of care or who are assessed as presenting a significant risk to themselves or others during work placement may be prevented from undertaking or continuing work placement. If you require any further information, please get in touch with us and we will be happy to assist you.
No – there are many factors to gaining employment, and we cannot guarantee you work. However a very high percentage of students will receive employment of some kind as a result of their work placement. We can guarantee that you will have the best trainers assisting you with your course, who also aim to provide you with the best opportunity of obtaining employment.
Within 30 calendar days of you being assessed as competent in the training program you are enrolled in, providing all fees have been paid.
At AustCare, we specialise in face-to-face, hands-on training in a classroom environment. To assist you in reaching your goals, trainer support is on hand. We encourage you to speak to your trainer with any questions you have about your course material or if you require extra support from them.
Please let your trainer know and contact our office, we can discuss the best way to move forward.
Please call us on 1300 753 491 or (07) 5646 5888.
Email: info@austcare.com.au