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Providing aged care for diverse residents

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Many elderly residents have different needs, whether this is because they speak a language other than English, have a diverse sexual orientation or religious beliefs, or because they are living with an illness or disability. Understanding diversity means that you will be able to approach caring for the elderly with compassion and respect, making a […]

Aged care employer strategy to attract and retain staff

Monday, August 30, 2021

Now more than ever, employers in the aged care sector face the challenge of attracting and maintaining high quality staff. Current statistics for employment in aged care, along with future forecasting, demonstrates clear opportunities for improvement. For example, estimates from the Australian Government suggest that at least 17,000 more aged care workers will be needed […]

5 signs you should work in aged care

Monday, April 12, 2021

It’s safe to say we would all prefer to work in a job that doesn’t feel like you’re working at all. Those jobs that make you think ‘I can’t believe I actually get paid to do this’. And while we can’t all be paid to take long walks on the beach or watch Netflix, we […]

Aged care skills checklist

Monday, March 29, 2021

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 […]

What is human-centred education?

Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Getting the most from life and educational pursuits is a goal for many. At Royal College we are committed to supporting our learners to do just that. That’s why we take a human-centred education approach that focuses on developing the individual through empowerment and nurturing personal qualities, such as empathy, independence, creativity, self-reflection, adaptability and […]

Enhancing aged care with soft skills

Monday, September 28, 2020

When it comes to pursuing the career you want in aged care, qualifications are essential. As well as completing the right course, it’s vital to understand the importance of soft skills. Comprising of personal attributes such as patience, responsibility, communication and empathy, soft skills are beneficial for aged care roles. People who possess developed soft […]

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Providing aged care for diverse residents

Aged care employer strategy to attract and retain staff

5 signs you should work in aged care

Aged care skills checklist

What is human-centred education?

Enhancing aged care with soft skills

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