Fee Free Tafe
Fee Free Tafe
Great news, this course is included in Fee-Free TAFE* for courses commencing in 2025.
To be eligible for a Fee-Free place you must be:
- a resident of Tasmania or working in Tasmania
- an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident, an eligible VISA holder, and
- of working age
*Fee-Free TAFE covers your tuition fee only. Other fees may apply. See Fee-Free TAFE Eligibility for more information.
Fee-Free* TAFE is a joint initiative of the Australian and Tasmanian Governments, providing tuition-free training places to eligible Tasmanians wanting to train, retrain or upskill. Places are limited and not guaranteed and applying early is recommended. The number of funded Fee Free* places on offer at TasTAFE are determined by the Australian and Tasmanian Governments.
Course overview
Back to Health & Community ServicesLocations
- North
- Alanvale
- George Town TTC
- North West
- Burnie
- Devonport
- South
- Clarence
Attendance options
- Full-time
- Part-time
Study type
- Apprentices/Trainees
- Mixed Learning
2025 Tuition fees
- Subsidised $ 2,420.00
- Concession* $ 400.00
Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.
Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.
Make a difference to someone else’s quality of life and gain the skills and knowledge you need to start or further your career in Aged Care.
You will learn how to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing. You will learn how to follow safe work practices including infection control and how to support independence and wellbeing. You will learn about how to support people experiencing dementia, and best practice approaches and models that influence aged care work.
You will be required to participate in at least 120 hours of work placement to achieve the qualification.
This course is mixed mode, a combination of online and on campus delivery. Attendance on campus will be required as part of this course.
On successful completion of this qualification, you will have the skills to undertake a number of entry-level roles in Aged Care, Home and Community Care or other community and health related fields.
*If you are already employed in the Aged Care industry, you may be interested in undertaking this course through an Australian Apprenticeship.
Locations, dates & times
Campus | Date | Attendance/Duration | Study type | Apply/Enquire |
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North | ||||
Alanvale | 10 Feb 2025 - 15 Sep 2025 | Full-time Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. 9.00am - 3.00pm. | Mixed Learning | Apply now |
Alanvale | 12 Feb 2025 - 1 Dec 2025 | Full-time Wednesday and Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | Mixed Learning | Apply now |
South | ||||
Clarence | 10 Feb 2025 - 5 Dec 2025 | Full-time Tues & Wed – Virtual - 5pm – 9pm, Thursday on Campus 5pm – 9pm | Mixed Learning | Apply now |
Clarence | 11 Feb 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | Full-time Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday. 9.00am - 3.00pm. | Mixed Learning | Apply now |
North West | ||||
Devonport | 4 Feb 2025 - 2 Oct 2025 | Full-time Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9am - 3pm | Mixed Learning | Apply now |
Burnie | 6 Feb 2025 - 3 Dec 2025 | Full-time Wednesday, Thursday 9.00am - 3.00pm. | Mixed Learning | Apply now |
Information Session
Career opportunities
- Aged Care Worker
- Extended Care Assistant (ECA)
- Home and Community Care Worker
- Personal Care Worker (PCA)
- Individual Support Worker
- Residential Support Worker
Information Session
Career opportunities
- Aged Care Worker
- Extended Care Assistant (ECA)
- Home and Community Care Worker
- Personal Care Worker (PCA)
- Individual Support Worker
- Residential Support Worker