How to become a Support Worker.

Being a Support Worker is a rewarding profession, with many Support Workers finding passion from helping and improving someone’s quality of life on a daily basis.  

Most days are different from the one before and you get to support someone in a home setting or out in the community.  

Because of the hands on nature of being a Support Worker, having initiative, being a problem solver and being reliable for others are just a few key attributes needed to have a successful career in the support sector.  If we’re talking your language, let’s continue!

There are key documents and checks that you need to have before becoming a Support Worker.  While each employer may have their specific requirements, the mandatory documents to obtain are listed below, as well as a link for how to obtain the documentation.  Some documents are free to apply for and others may have costs associated.
Mandatory Documentation:

To be the most prepared for your career in the support sector, and ensuring you have the basic fundamentals for learning about the different types of situations and skills needed for this profession, it is highly recommended to complete your Certificate III in Individual Support.

This qualification is taught by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and teaches workers in home and/or community settings for how to follow an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support.

Course length and costs vary by Provider, which most classes being offered as a subsidised rate.  You can find employment in the support sector while you’re actively working towards completing your Certificate III and earn money while you learn!

To learn more about enroling in a Certificate III in Individual Support course, view our RTO list down below.

To be the most prepared for your career in the support sector, and ensuring you have the basic fundamentals for learning about the different types of situations and skills needed for this profession, it is highly recommended to complete your Certificate III in Individual Support.

This qualification is taught by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and teaches workers in home and/or community settings for how to follow an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support.

Course length and costs vary by Provider, which most classes being offered as a subsidised rate.  You can find employment in the support sector while you’re actively working towards completing your Certificate III and earn money while you learn!

To learn more about enroling in a Certificate III in Individual Support course, view our RTO list down below.