Group
Sub-major Group

42 Carers and Aides

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ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations
Reference period
2021
Released
23/11/2021

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 III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3); or
  • AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:

  • NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3); or
  • NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

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
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