{"id":22429,"date":"2023-12-01T09:21:48","date_gmt":"2023-11-30T22:21:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/?p=22429"},"modified":"2024-08-05T14:00:05","modified_gmt":"2024-08-05T04:00:05","slug":"launch-your-career-in-care-with-confidence-at-opal-healthcare-academy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/launch-your-career-in-care-with-confidence-at-opal-healthcare-academy\/","title":{"rendered":"Launch your Career in Care with Confidence at Opal Healthcare Academy!"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you’re looking for a career where you can make a real difference to older Australians and our community daily, Opal HealthCare<\/a> is the place for you!<\/p>\n

Their industry-led programs are all geared towards helping you get into your care career with the very best support, skills development and mentoring.<\/p>\n

Keep reading to learn more about the Care Support Officer (CSO) career pathway and where it can lead you.<\/p>\n

Start Where You Are: No Qualifications Needed<\/h2>\n

Opal Healthcare\u2019s entry programs<\/a> are designed for newcomers to aged care. They provide opportunities with student placements so you can gain experience and understand aged care while you study.<\/p>\n

They also partner with educational institutions to co-deliver traineeships and apprenticeships, so you don’t have to stop earning to gain a new qualification.<\/p>\n

\u201cI used to look after my grandmother and developed a passion for aged care,\u201d says Ariani, CSO at Opal Healthcare. \u201cThe Care Support Officer (traineeship) program is so good. You get everything you need to work here, and it\u2019s a great place to work.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

These roles are the beginning of defined career pathways where you can grow your career with Opal across residential aged care in any way you choose.<\/p>\n

Earn As You Learn Through the CSO Traineeship Program<\/h2>\n

The CSO Traineeship Program is one of the best ways to kickstart your career in the sector. You don\u2019t need any experience or qualifications – just a genuine commitment to caring for others and the motivation to succeed.<\/p>\n

This entry-level program equips you with everything you need to succeed, including:<\/p>\n