Online course bundle

Aged Care Pathway Bundle (7 Micro-Credentials)

A flexible online bundle bringing together practical skills for care, counselling and community support settings.

170 study hours
7 Micro-Credentials course format
100% online study
Lifetime access available
Course introduction

What this course covers

Aged Care Pathway Bundle (7 Micro-Credentials) offers flexible online study focused on practical capability in care, counselling and community support settings.

Across approximately 170 study hours, learners explore working with older people, direct care safety and healthy body systems through guided material and practical activities. The course supports transferable understanding and does not promise accreditation or employment outcomes.

Who this course may suit

  • Aged Care Worker
  • Aged Care Support Worker
  • Personal Care Assistant
  • Personal Support Worker
  • Aged Care Companion
  • Aged Care Coordinator
  • Aged Care Administration
  • Home Care Worker
  • Social Worker
  • Funeral Services Worker
  • Diversional Therapist
  • Disability Support
  • Residential Aged Care Worker
  • Community Care Worker
  • Community Services Worker
  • Work in Aged Care Services

Entry requirements

No specialist prior knowledge is assumed. Learners need everyday computer and internet access, basic written English and time to complete the included activities.

Learning content

Topics covered

Review the main subjects and practical skill areas included in this course or bundle.

01Working with older people

Review the core ideas, terminology and practical considerations linked to working with older people in care, counselling and community support settings.

02Direct care safety

Explore common processes and dependable working habits associated with direct care safety in care, counselling and community support settings.

03Healthy body systems

Develop a structured introductory approach to healthy body systems within care, counselling and community support settings.

04Community sector practice

Consider how community sector practice connects with accurate and responsible practice in care, counselling and community support settings.

05Behaviour support

Build confidence reviewing information and routine tasks related to behaviour support in care, counselling and community support settings.

06Working with diversity

Bring the course concepts together through practical work focused on working with diversity in care, counselling and community support settings.

07Individualised plans

Review the core ideas, terminology and practical considerations linked to individualised plans in care, counselling and community support settings.

08Maintaining independence

Explore common processes and dependable working habits associated with maintaining independence in care, counselling and community support settings.

09Individual support

Develop a structured introductory approach to individual support within care, counselling and community support settings.

10Infection control

Consider how infection control connects with accurate and responsible practice in care, counselling and community support settings.

11Health and emotional wellbeing

Build confidence reviewing information and routine tasks related to health and emotional wellbeing in care, counselling and community support settings.

12Palliative approach

Bring the course concepts together through practical work focused on palliative approach in care, counselling and community support settings.

13Medication assistance

Review the core ideas, terminology and practical considerations linked to medication assistance in care, counselling and community support settings.

14Dementia support

Explore common processes and dependable working habits associated with dementia support in care, counselling and community support settings.

15Ageing and disability

Develop a structured introductory approach to ageing and disability within care, counselling and community support settings.

Learning goals

What you can work towards

  • Describe the key principles behind working with older people and direct care safety.
  • Use a structured introductory approach to healthy body systems.
  • Organise information and routine tasks more effectively in care, counselling and community support settings.
  • Check work for accuracy, privacy, responsible practice and audience needs.
  • Recognise suitable next steps for further learning or workplace application.
Delivery & support

Flexible study with practical support

Online delivery Access the learning material through an online platform without classroom attendance.
Start anytime Begin after enrolment and progress through the course at a pace suited to your schedule.
Learner support Use the available tutor, phone, email and live-chat channels when you need guidance.
Practical assessment Activities and assessments help you review understanding and track progress.
Course value

A practical format built around flexible study

Online access, structured topics, learner-support options and completion information are brought together in one learning pathway.

  • 7 Micro-Credentials
  • 170 listed study hours
  • Online portal access
  • Tutor and live chat support options
  • Completion details available on request
  • Flexible payment options
Who may benefit

Learner profiles and practical applications

Aged Care WorkerAged Care Support WorkerPersonal Care AssistantPersonal Support WorkerAged Care CompanionAged Care CoordinatorAged Care AdministrationHome Care WorkerSocial WorkerFuneral Services WorkerDiversional TherapistDisability SupportResidential Aged Care WorkerCommunity Care WorkerCommunity Services WorkerWork in Aged Care Services
Next-step guidance Care and community support salaries vary by role, employer and location, with support roles commonly advertised across entry-level and experienced pay bands.

Further study and workplace applications vary by location, employer, prior experience and individual goals.

Course questions

Common questions about this course

How is the course delivered?

The course is delivered online in a self-paced format. Access begins after enrolment is confirmed.

Which subjects are included?

Learning areas include Working with older people, Direct care safety, Healthy body systems and related practical workflows.

Who may find this course useful?

Aged Care Pathway Bundle (7 Micro-Credentials) may suit aged care worker, aged care support worker, personal care assistant and learners who want to strengthen practical professional confidence.

How much time should I allow?

The listed duration is approximately 170 study hours. Completion time may vary according to experience, schedule and study pace.

Do I need previous experience?

No specialist background is assumed. Learners need everyday computer and internet access and should be ready to practise the included activities.

What learner support can I request?

Support channels can help with access, course information, study expectations and guidance about possible next steps.

Course details

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