$6,930
Full course price
$0 - $1,750
Subsidised price
NSWStudy online or on the jobOnline: start anytimeOn campus: next intake Jul 2026Study for 6 - 12 months
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Online Courses Australia
$795
Full course price
$599
Special offer
NATIONALEndorsed by CPD AustraliaFull refund guaranteeStudy online or on the jobStart anytimeStudy for 2 months
$1,950
Full course price
$0
Subsidised price
WAStudy online or on the jobOnline: start anytimeOn campus: next intake Jul 2026Study for 6 - 12 months
$2,300
Full course price
$0 - $1,360
Subsidised price
QLDStudy onlineStart anytimeStudy for 6 - 12 months
$3,500
Full course price
$0 - $1,750
Subsidised price
NSWOn campus studyCampus: Lismore, NSW, Murwillumbah, NSWNext intake: Jul 2026Study for 12 months
$4,000
Full course price
$0
Subsidised price
VICStudy on campus, blended or on the jobCampus: Melbourne, VICNext intake: Jul 2026Study for 12 months
$6,000
Full course price
$0
Subsidised price
WAOn the job studyCampus: Perth, WANext intake: Jul 2026Study for 12 months
$7,950
Full course price
$0
Subsidised price
VICSAOn campus studyCampus: Melbourne, VIC, Adelaide, SANext intake: Jul 2026Study for 12 months
$4,859
Full course price
$0 - $2,778
Subsidised price
VICStudy blended or on the jobCampus: Wodonga, VICNext intake: Jul 2026Study for 12 months
$9,630
Full course price
$0 - $1,750
Subsidised price
NSWStudy blended or on campusCampus: NSW (multiple locations)Next intake: Jul 2026Study for 12 months
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FAQs
What does the Certificate III and similar industry endorsed courses qualify you for?
These courses prepare you to work in roles such as aged care worker, disability support worker, or personal care assistant. It is the standard entry point into Australia care sector.
How do I compare courses effectively?
This is really up to you. Some students just want the cheapest course, the fastest. Some want a reputable brand, some want flexibility to study while they work.
The smartest way to decide is to complete the aged and disability care quiz and then speak to a course advisor for free - they'll walk you through your subsidy eligibility as well.
Alternatively use the Coursely comparison tool for quick options that suit you!
Are these courses accredited?
Two types of courses are listed on Coursely:
Certificate III Courses
Formal qualifications recognised within Australia's vocational education system. These are 'accredited' by Government, and eligible students can be entitled to Government subsidies.
Industry Credentials
Courses endorsed exclusively by industry bodies. These focus on practical skills and are typically faster and lower cost. Because they are not accredited by Government, students are not eligible for Government subsidies.
Both Certificate III and Industry Credentials can be used to legally work in Community Care (Ageing and Disability) in Australia — Australian Department of Health.
What delivery formats are available?
Courses are delivered online, on-campus, or as blended learning. Many providers also offer workplace-based traineeships.
Certificate III courses require a mandatory work placement which will involve going into a real workplace for at least 120 hours. Some providers offer to organise this for you while others require you to organise this yourself. Worth checking before signing up. This is not a requirement with the industry endorsed course.
Am I eligible for government funding/subsidies?
Most states and territories offer funding schemes for Certificate III courses. Your eligibility will often depend on your location, age, prior qualifications, and employment status. Checking eligibility can sometimes be complex. You can contact a free course advisor through Coursely to check your basic eligibility for funding and get matched.
Is there demand for this qualification?
Yes. With Australia ageing population and growing NDIS sector, there is strong demand for qualified care workers in both aged care and disability support. Check out the YourCareer page for more helpful information.
Is this a full list of providers?
No. There are more than 400 providers offering the Certificate III in Individual support, and many industry endorsed options.
We have listed as many as we can for you, noting the time and resources involved in keeping the information up to date. For a full list of Certificate III options you can go to training.gov.au or YourCareer, but these will not include information like pricing, duration or mode of study.
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