Top 10 growTh occupaTions

A recent study has listed the top 10 occupations with the largest projected growth rates over the next 5 years. Carers and Aides came in at number one on the list - that’s good news for future carers!

why care? No matter their age or ability, all people deserve to live a happy and fulfilling life. We have a better understanding than ever before about the importance of the dignity and independence of all Australians, the advantages of keeping people safe in their own homes or happy in care facilities, and the importance of maintaining family and community connections. Carers make a tangible difference to the lives of other people in many areas.

• Agedcare

• Personalandresidentialcare

• Therapyaid

• Communityanddisabilitysupport

• Accommodationsupport

• Childcare

what does a career in caring involve?Carershelppeoplewithintheirdailyliveswiththeirdailyactivities.Theyparticipateeachdayinadiverserangeofactivities

• Assistwithdressingandpersonalhygiene

• Assistwithmobility

• Helpwithhousekeepingandmealpreparation

• Dotheshoppingandrunerrands

• Organisesocialoutingsandactivities

• Providefriendshipandemotionalsupport

so if you’re thinking about being a carer check out some of the skills you will need.• Empathy,patienceandflexibility

• Goodcommunicationskills

• Theabilitytoworkasapartofateam

• Awillingnesstolearnthestoriesofpeopleofallagesandfromallwalksoflife

it’s not out of reach!If you enjoy the company of other people, you think you have the right aptitude and you want to make a meaningful difference inthelivesofothers,youcanenterthecaringindustryaftercompletingYear10.BUTyouremploymentprospectsarefarbetterwith work experience, volunteering experience and a willingness to work towards an appropriate qualification.

Explore VET and Volunteering! JobsinpersonalcareusuallyrequireCertificateII,CertificateIIIorDiplomalevel.Somecareprovidersalsooffertraineeships,so it’s worth exploring all of those options. Volunteering will help you to develop the skills and confidence you will require, connect with people in the industry and let you determine whether a career in caring could be a part of your work future.

Check out your pathway options!

• TalktoyourteacheraboutVETcoursesonoffer

• Talktopeopleintheindustry

• CheckouttheCareCareerswebsiteformoreinformation: www.carecareers.com.au

Checkoutthe‘Volunteering’moduleinPERSONALDEVELOPMENT,and‘WorkExperience’intheCOMMUNICATIONmoduleforpractical ideas and activities that will point you towards connecting with the community in diverse ways.