Study Aged Care and Community Services
Build a career that makes a real impact.
Why choose Melbourne Polytechnic?
Study fee-free with Free TAFE
Free TAFE pathways are available for eligible students, letting you study tuition free.
Graduate career-ready
Our hands-on courses mirror real workplace settings, so you’re prepared to step straight into the job.
Build your career, step by step
Our pathways will help you progress from entry-level training to advanced qualifications in aged care and community services.
Learn from people who've been there
Our teachers have real experience in care and community work, bringing hands-on knowledge into the classroom.
Apply now and start in February
Enrolments are now open for our February intake and places fill up quickly. Start your application today.
Aged Care & Community Services pathways and career outcomes.
Whether you're looking to jump into the industry, return to study or upskill in your current care role, there's a pathway for you.
Certificate III in Individual Support CHC33021 (Ageing and Disability (Non-Traineeship))
CAREER OUTCOMES:
- Home and Community Care Worker
- Disability Support Worker
- Aged Care Worker
Certificate IV in Disability Support CHC43121 (Non-Traineeship)
CAREER OUTCOMES:
- Social Trainer
- Day Support Disability Officer
- Disability Team Leader
- Behavioural Support Officer
- Community Development Officer
- Disability Support Assistant (Schools)
- Support Facilitator (Disability)
- Disabilities Supervisor
- Disability Service Officer
- Senior Disability Worker
- Marketing Coordinator (Disability)
- Social Educator (Disability)
- Lifestyle Support Officer
- Project Officer
- Senior Personal Care Assistant
Ready to start?
Our courses start in February and enrolments are now open. Apply now to ensure your place!