1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, First Edition, Revision 1  
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SUB-MAJOR GROUP 42 CARERS AND AIDES


    CARERS AND AIDES provide basic care, supervision and other support services to individuals for the enhancement of their education, health, welfare and comfort.

    Indicative Skill Level:
    Most occupations in this sub-major group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

    In Australia:

      AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

    In New Zealand:
      NZ Register Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

    At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

    Tasks Include:

    • planning, conducting and participating in educational and recreational activities to encourage the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of children
    • supervising children in recreational activities
    • preparing and distributing educational aids
    • assisting children with intellectual, physical and behavioural difficulties with their academic studies
    • assisting Professionals in the provision of care and support to aged and disabled persons, patients in hospitals, clinics and nursing homes, and children in residential care establishments
    • assisting patients and clients with personal care needs, rehabilitative exercises and providing emotional support




This section contains the following subsection :
        MINOR GROUP 421 Child Carers
        MINOR GROUP 422 Education Aides
        MINOR GROUP 423 Personal Carers and Assistants

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