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Introduction to Aged care

With a recent Royal Commission investigation into the quality and safety of aged care, there's a growing need for skilled workers who have studied aged care courses.

Areas you’ll explore in an aged care course

  • Differences and similarities in concepts of ageing and disability

  • Social, mental, and physical traits of an ageing society

  • Strategies to empower older adults to live independently

  • Foundations of community health work

  • Interdisciplinary ways of thinking and problem-solving skills

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University of Tasmania

Creativity for Life

UndergraduateTAS-FXA101

Study method
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Start dates
Starts 21 Jul 2025, 3 Nov 2025
University of Tasmania
Study method
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
University of South Australia
Study method
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
University of South Australia
Study method
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
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Online aged care degrees

University of Southern Queensland

Your creativity can improve the lives of others

Study method
100% online
Duration
3 years full time or part time equivalent
University of Tasmania

Master of Advanced Practice (Dementia)

PostgraduateTAS-APD-MAS

Lead the way with an evidence-based approach in dementia

Study method
100% online
Edith Cowan University

Specialise in caring for older adults in various settings

Study method
100% online
Duration
6 months full time or part time equivalent
University of New England

Nurture individuals and communities

Study method
100% online
Duration
1 year full time or part time equivalent
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
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Aged care study FAQs

Why study an aged care course online?

Given that 22% (that's 8.8 million) of the Australian population is predicted to be over 65 by 2057, Australia needs a new wave of talented aged care workers.

Studying aged care at a tertiary level will give you the skills needed to empower older adults, aid societal change, and pave the way for the future of this rapidly growing area.

How do I enrol?

Here at Open Universities Australia, we make enrolling online as straightforward as possible. To get started, find the course for you by browsing the options on this page. You can also compare different qualifications using our handy comparison tool, or request help from one of our student advisors.

When you’ve made your choice, click ‘Apply now’ on the relevant course page and follow the prompts to begin your enrolment. We’ll ask you to supply some supporting documentation, including proof of your identity, your tax file number, and a unique student identifier (USI) during this process.

Your university will get in touch with you via email to confirm whether or not your application has been successful.

Please note that enquiries and applications for some courses are handled directly by the university. If this is the case, it will be indicated on the course listing page.  

For more information about enrolment, read our online self-service enrolling instructions. If you get stuck at any time, contact us and we’ll talk you through it.

How do I know if I’m eligible to apply for a course?

Before starting an enrolment, it’s important to read the entry requirements for your chosen course to ensure that you’re eligible to apply. If you don’t quite meet the requirements, we may be able to help you find a pathway into your course through open-entry subjects, which anyone can study.

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Why should I study online through Open Universities Australia?

There are a lot of reasons to study your course online through us.

  • You can enrol without entry requirements We have a unique open-door policy that makes it possible for everyone to enrol in university study, no matter their academic history. If you don’t meet the entry requirements for a degree, we’ll help you get in through single undergraduate subjects and transition into a qualification from there.

  • You have total control over how you study Upskill without committing to a whole degree upfront. Or enrol in a full degree, but take it a subject at a time. We’ll introduce you to flexible study options you didn’t even know about, so you can fit uni around what matters to you.

  • You’ll graduate with the same qualification as an on-campus student Once you enrol through us, you’ll study online with the university that provides your degree. This means that when you complete your qualification, you’ll graduate with the same degree as on-campus students.

  • We’ll help you navigate the university world Our friendly student advisors will be your guide every step of the enrolment journey. They'll help you compare universities, choose a course, provide documentation and understand your finance options.

Career paths in aged care

As with any area of rapid growth, we’re like to see entirely new job titles created within aged care in coming years. For now, there are plenty of current career opportunities for those who choose to study an aged care course:

  • Assistant in Nursing (AIN)

  • Aged care supervisor

  • Aged care facility manager

  • Dementia specialist

  • Aged care facility auditor

  • Caregiver for in-home assistance

  • Care services coordinator

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