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AGED CARE COURSE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Aged Care Course for International Students

Explore our tailored Aged Care courses designed specifically for international students. Active Study makes your journey towards a fulfilling career in elderly care seamless and rewarding. Australia's ageing population creates consistent, long-term demand for qualified aged-care workers - making this one of the most reliable pathways to permanent residency.

Aged Care students studying in Australia

Your Studies

What You'll Study

Explore our tailored Aged Care courses designed specifically for international students. Active Study makes your journey towards a fulfilling career in elderly care seamless and rewarding. Australia's ageing population creates consistent, long-term demand for qualified aged-care workers - making this one of the most reliable pathways to permanent residency.

Aged care courses in Australia equip you with the practical knowledge and hands-on skills needed to provide compassionate, high-quality care to elderly clients in residential and community settings.

Core units cover person-centred care, safe work practices, communication with clients and families, dementia support, palliative care, and medication assistance. You will also complete supervised workplace placements at approved aged-care facilities, giving you real industry experience before you graduate.

Most courses lead to a Certificate III or Certificate IV in Individual Support (Ageing), which are nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Aged Care career outcomes in Australia

Entry Requirements

Where This Leads

Graduates work as personal care assistants, residential care workers, community care workers, and home support workers across aged-care facilities, community organisations, and private homes throughout Australia.

Aged care is on Australia's Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), making it a strong foundation for a Skilled Visa (subclass 190 or 491) and ultimately permanent residency. Active Study's MARA-registered agents will map your exact pathway from enrolment to PR.

Entry Requirements

  • Minimum age: 18 years or older
  • Academic: Year 12 or equivalent international education (previous healthcare experience is advantageous)
  • English: Minimum IELTS 6.0 or equivalent

Want a Clear Plan for Studying Aged Care?

Book a free assessment and our team will check your eligibility, compare providers, and outline the costs and timeline for your situation.

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Cost and duration of Aged Care courses in Australia

Fees & Timeline

Cost, Duration & Intake Dates

Aged care training in Australia is delivered at AQF Certificate III or Certificate IV level in Individual Support (Ageing). A Certificate III typically runs for around 6 to 12 months of full-time study, while a Certificate IV usually takes about 12 months, with both qualifications including supervised workplace placement at approved aged-care facilities. Indicative tuition for these nationally recognised VET qualifications commonly falls in the region of AUD 8,000 to 18,000 in total, though fees vary by provider and location.

Most registered providers offer several intakes a year, with common starting points around February, April or May, July, and October, so you rarely have to wait long to begin. Because exact tuition, placement arrangements and start dates differ between training organisations, treat any figure here as indicative only. Active Study compares providers on your behalf, confirms the current fees, and matches you with a course and campus that suits your budget and timeline.

Permanent residency pathway after a Aged Care course in Australia

Study to PR

Your PR Pathway After This Course

After completing your Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, the usual journey is to gain Australian work experience as a personal care or community care worker, and where eligible, apply for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to extend your work rights while you build your case for skilled migration.

Aged care is recognised on Australia's Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), which can open access to skilled visas such as the subclass 189, 190 and 491, subject to a successful skills assessment and the points you can claim. Because points thresholds, occupation lists and assessment requirements change over time, eligibility depends on your individual circumstances and cannot be guaranteed. Active Study's MARA-registered migration agents will map the exact pathway from your qualification to permanent residency based on current requirements.

Aged Care Course - Frequently Asked Questions

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Our Process

From Free Assessment to Permanent Residency

Step 01

Complete Your Free Assessment

Fill out our free online study and PR assessment. You'll get clarity on which courses you qualify for, estimated tuition costs, and what your permanent residency pathway could look like.

Step 02

Meet Your Consultant

A one-on-one consultation with one of our education and migration experts. Using the reverse-engineered approach, we map your goals to specific courses, visa types and timelines, and present you with a tailored plan.

Step 03

We Handle the Process

Active Study manages your course enrolment with the right institution and prepares and lodges your visa application with the Department of Home Affairs - handling all documentation to ensure full compliance.

Step 04

Study, Then Settle

Once your visa is approved, you begin studying with our team available for ongoing support. As you progress, we advise you on graduate visa options, skilled migration pathways, and the next steps toward permanent residency.

Study Anywhere in Australia

Study Aged Care Across Australia

Active Study has offices in 6 cities across Australia. Our local teams help you settle in, find the right provider, and navigate your student visa.

Sydney

NSW

201 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000

Melbourne

VIC

172 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Brisbane

QLD

1 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000

Gold Coast

QLD

50 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217

Parramatta

NSW

12 Darcy St, Parramatta NSW 2150

Hobart

TAS

115 Macquarie St, Hobart TAS 7000

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