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Graduate Diploma of Aged Care

At Excelsia University College

Location

Australia

Qualification

Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas

Fees

AUD18000

(2026)

Duration

1 Year(s)

Next intake

08.03.2027

Entry Score

6.5

IELTS

Course info

The Graduate Diploma of Aged Care builds on the Graduate Certificate in Aged Care. The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety (2021) Report highlighted three important messages. These were the need to develop the aged care workforce capabilities; a stronger governance and leadership within the sector; and the importance of a rights based aged care sector. This course has been designed to meet the needs of the aged care sector as identified by the Royal Commission. The course utilises a Christian framework that is also inclusive and respectful of other faiths. This allows students to learn about working with service users and their families, ensuring their rights are heard and ethically practised. This course has been designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience and flexibility to study online whilst continuing to work.

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 1 Year(s)

Fees: AUD18000

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (March), 2027	Sydney
Semester 2 (August), 2027	Sydney

Entry requirements for Excelsia University College

Applicants may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Aged Care or the Graduate Diploma of Aged Care if they have previously successfully completed a relevant: bachelor degree bachelor honours degree ‘Relevant’ means a degree that includes subjects in human services, psychology, social work, and education. ‘Non-relevant’ means degrees that are science-based (not including psychology), where you have not completed human services-related subjects. Applicants with non-relevant degrees will be considered on the basis of their work and life experience.

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Application Deadline

The application deadline isn't available Speak to an IDP counsellor for more detailed information

Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at Excelsia University College. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.