Study experience at Royal College
A career as a carer can be a rewarding path to follow. You have the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives in a career with plenty of room to grow and progress. People of all ages are thriving working as care support workers, with young people increasingly turning to the aged care […]
Read MoreEaster activities in aged care
For some Easter may be a time of religious reflection, while for others it is a time to indulge in chocolate eggs and hot cross buns. Whatever Easter means to your residents, they no doubt have memories or associations with Easter that may even go back to their childhoods. Don’t let Easter pass by unnoticed […]
Read MoreAged care skills checklist
Aged care is a fulfilling sector to pursue a purposeful career. It has a lot to offer its workforce, and highly skilled aged care workers are in high demand. To optimise your ability to make a valuable contribution to the aged care sector and those you will provide care to, it’s important to learn and […]
Read MoreShort courses to upskill for your aged care career
Short courses can be completed in a short period of time, but the benefits can be long-lasting for those in the aged care sector. Without the time commitment of a Certificate or Diploma, a short course can help you maximise extra time you have to spare and help you gain extra knowledge and skills to […]
Read MoreOur top tips for working in aged care
With the aged care sector growing and evolving, now is the perfect time to work towards a career in aged care. This career path provides you with the opportunity to enhance the lives of those in need while contributing to creating a society that is compassionate and caring. Working in aged care gives you a […]
Read MoreAged care sector roundtable with Dr Stephen Duckett
Recently, we were honoured to be joined by Stephen Duckett, Grattan Institute’s Health Program Director, for a dynamic virtual roundtable discussion about the current state of Australia’s aged care sector. We were also joined by an expert panel as part of Royal College’s industry engagement to ensure the relevance of our training, assessment practices and […]
Read MoreStaying connected with the elderly
During our current coronavirus global crisis, supporting the elderly in staying connected is more crucial than ever as loneliness and isolation can create their own set of risks for health. As social distancing restrictions have been updated, paying a visit to the seniors in your life is now an option. Appropriate distancing is still recommended, […]
Read MoreAssessing your eligibility for the Certificate 3 Guarantee
If you’re planning to study aged care in Queensland, the Certificate 3 Guarantee (C3G) funding could be just the funding you need to get started. Known also as C3G, this Queensland state government initiative provides a helping hand to those who are looking to gain qualifications across various industries. So, who is eligible for C3G […]
Read MoreDementia Action Week 2019 and how to get behind it!
In 2019 there are over 447,000 Australians who are living with dementia. According to Dementia Australia, this figure is on the increase, with around 250 people adding to it each day. Dementia is also the second leading cause of death in Australia. Dementia Action Week takes place from September 16 to 22, 2019, timed to include World […]
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