Aged and Disabled Carers

Aged and Disabled Carers provide general household assistance, emotional support, care and companionship for aged and disabled persons in their own homes.

**Indicative skill level:**

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

#### In Australia:

- AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

#### In New Zealand:

- 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. Note: some roles within this unit group are at ANZSCO Skill Level 3.

**Tasks include:**

- accompanying aged and disabled persons during daily activities - assisting clients with their mobility - preparing food for clients - arranging social activities - performing housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming and cleaning - assisting in personal hygiene and dressing - providing companionship, friendship and emotional support - may do shopping and run errands - may live in with the person