Professionalising the Aged Care Workforce

AUTHORS

Fiona Macdonald Policy Director (Industrial and Social)
The report calls for the mandated, sector-wide professional registration and minimum aged care worker qualifications.

This paper presents the case for an aged care worker registration and accreditation scheme.

In accordance with the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety (Aged Care Royal Commission) the proposed scheme includes a requirement for attainment of a Certificate III qualification and engagement in ongoing training or continuing professional development (CPD).