Guide · Aged or Disabled Carer
How to work as an Aged or Disabled Carer in Australia
Pick the country you’re coming from for the registration or skills assessment route, English, the police certificate and the employer sponsorship list that apply.
General information, not migration advice. Speak to a registered migration agent (MARA) for advice on your situation.
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Overview
In Australia this role is listed as Aged or Disabled Carer (ANZSCO 423111).
ACWA assesses qualifications and experience for a range of community and care occupations. Employers usually look for a Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (or equivalent) and current first aid.
Source
- Australian Community Workers Association(opens in a new tab)check date not recorded
English
Functional workplace English (care notes, handovers).
From GoingAbroad’s occupation profile, not an official standard. Each country guide has the details.
Employer sponsorship list
Aged or Disabled Carer isn’t on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL). General information based on the official list as of 18 October 2026. Not visa advice: a registered migration agent can advise.
Source
- Federal Register of Legislation: LIN 24/089(opens in a new tab)checked 18 October 2026
How GoingAbroad helps
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- We submit ready candidates. When you’re ready, GoingAbroad submits your profile to Australian employers hiring Aged or Disabled Carer roles. Employers make every hiring decision.
- Clear about what we are. GoingAbroad is a hiring platform, not a migration agent. We never charge a placement fee and never promise a job or a visa outcome.