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Understanding the New Aged Care Act

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Understanding the New Aged Care Act is a short course designed to help aged care workers understand the key changes introduced under Australia’s new Aged Care Act, effective from 1 November 2025. The course explores the rights-based approach to aged care, the Statement of Rights, strengthened Aged Care Standards, supported decision-making, whistleblower protections and key worker responsibilities. Learners will gain an understanding of how the new legislation supports person-centred, safe and high-quality care for older people.

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What you'll learn

  • Describe the purpose and key objectives of the new Aged Care Act
  • Explain the rights-based approach underpinning the new aged care system
  • Identify the key elements of the Statement of Rights for older people
  • Recognise the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards and their impact on care delivery
  • Understand the role of registered supporters and supported decision-making
  • Describe the complaints, enforcement and whistleblower protection pathways under the new Act
  • Identify changes to the regulatory and provider registration models
  • Explain the responsibilities and expectations of aged care workers under the updated legislation
  • Recognise the importance of person-centred, safe and respectful care in line with the new Act
  • Understand upcoming worker screening and compliance requirements in the aged care sector

Modules

Module 1

Introduction to the New Aged Care Act

Module 2

Rights-Based Care and the Statement of Rights

Module 3

Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards

Module 4

Complaints, Regulatory Oversight and Whistleblower Protections

Module 5

Supported Decision-Making and Registered Supporters

Module 6

Provider Registration, Financial Standards and Worker Responsibilities

Module 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

The course covers the key reforms in the New Aged Care Act, strengthened Quality Standards, person-centred care principles, provider responsibilities, rights of older people, and compliance requirements.

Yes, you will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course.

To register, log in to your Care Learning account using your email and password. If you are new, you can create an account at care-learning.com.

Yes, this course is suitable for healthcare professionals and caregivers working in aged care services and supporting older adults under the new Aged Care Act framework.