Make a Difference to the Lives of the Elderly
Do you sometimes feel as though you are wasting your time with your current job? That perhaps your efforts are undervalued and barely appreciated? Do you like the idea of knowing that simply seeing the smile on your face might just be the highlight of somebody’s week? If this is you, then a new career in aged care may be just what you’re looking for – and getting an aged care certificate with Yorke Institute is where you can start!
Working with the elderly and providing them with excellent care is, without question, one of the most rewarding careers that you can choose. There’s no denying how difficult the job can be at times, but for the right person, the rewards for outweigh the negatives.
The unfortunate fact is that the elderly are some of the most neglected people in modern society. Many of these people have to spend their time completely alone with nobody to talk to or care for them. They need assistance. So, if you are a friendly, empathetic individual and a natural care giver, then working with the elderly could be the perfect career choice for you.
Kick-start Your New Career with an Aged Care Certificate
Whether you are leaving school and looking toward the next phase of your life, you’re looking to upskill after retrenchment due to the pandemic, or you’ve long left school and you’re simply tired of the current career path that you’re on, careers in aged care all start with completing an aged care certificate.
Goverment Funded, Nationally Recognized Training
Yorke Institute currently offers two aged care courses: CHCSS00114 Entry into Care Roles Skill Set, an entry level course created in response to the pandemic that can get you started in a job within a matter of months, and our flagship CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support; a government-funded, nationally recognised qualification that will provide you with all the skills, confidence and practical ‘real world’ experience you need to succeed in you new career.
Study in a Classroom Environment or Online during COVID
One of the biggest benefits of studying an aged care certificate with Yorke Institute is that you can complete your course online. To ensure the safety of our staff and students, we’ve moved our normal F2Fclassroom-based courses to online, given the current circumstances with COVID-19. Plus, you can also study in the evenings and at weekends – we give you all the flexibility you need to complete your studies and get started in your new career as quickly as possible.
Career Progression and Pathways to Further Study
For those students who wish to pursue further study, there is always the option to upskill at Yorke Institute with a CHC53415 Diploma of Leisure and Health, opening up even more doors in management. This is a common educational path for students wishing to become a Disability Officer – Day Support, Diversional Therapist, Activities Coordinator, Community Leisure Coordinator, Leisure Services Manager and more.
Hands-on Practical Experience
Our aged care certificate courses were designed by industry experts to meet the immediate demands of industry. We take pride in producing career-ready graduates who will thrive in a new position, whether it’s in community care or residential care. Yorke Institute will find you a work placement at a reputable aged care facility with a minimum of 120 hours, so you’ll gain practical experience while putting classroom theory into practice. You will also get to demonstrate the amazing qualities that you already have in a real world environment.
It takes an incredibly special type of person to succeed in aged care. Do you have what it takes? If you believe so and you’d like to find out more about our aged care certificate, then get in touch with our team. We’ll take you through everything you need to know and quickly establish if you’re eligible for government funding. If not, we can also provide you with some alternative options. Call now for more information on (03) 9042 0231.
