Responsible Person Duty in Aged Care

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15m

Updated 06 Nov 2025 Certificate214 Ratings

This module provides an introduction to the Responsible Persons Duty under the Aged Care Act 2024. It explains who the duty applies to and what due diligence looks like in practice. Includes practical examples and assessment questions.

Target audience: This module is for directors, senior executives, and managers who have governance or decision-making responsibilities in aged care and are accountable for meeting the Responsible Persons Duty under the Aged Care Act 2024.

Content

7 Units • 7 Questions

Pre-reflection

1 Question

Introduction

Understanding the Responsible Person Duty

2 Questions

Governance Best Practices

1 Question

Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding Compliance Obligations

1 Question

Risk Management: Identifying and Mitigating Risks

Resourcing and Responsiveness: Ensuring High-quality Care

1 Question

Conclusion

Post-reflection

1 Question

What you'll learn:

Describe the purpose of the Responsible Persons Duty under the Aged Care Act 2024.

Identify who the Responsible Persons Duty applies to within aged care organisations.

Recognise the key governance, compliance and risk management responsibilities of directors and senior leaders.

Apply practical steps to demonstrate due diligence and uphold quality, safety and accountability in aged care governance.

Who it's for:

This module is designed for directors, senior executives, and managers working in aged care organisations who are responsible for governance, compliance, and ensuring safe, high-quality care.