Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards: Home Care

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Updated 09 Jun 2025 Certificate372 Ratings
Starting a home care program as an older person can be a challenging transition. It's important to reassure both the individual and their family that they will receive safe, high-quality care. The Australian Aged Care Quality Standards support care workers and providers in delivering respectful, person-centred care in the home. Learn more here!

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7 Units • 7 Questions
Pre-reflection
1 Question
Introduction
6m
The Individual
1 Question
2m
The Organisation
1 Question
3m
The Care and Services
1 Question
2m
The Environment
1 Question
2m
Clinical Care
1 Question
3m
Conclusion
1m
Post-reflection
1 Question

What you'll learn:

1

Recognise the importance of the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.

2

Recognise and describe the five Aged Care Quality Standards that apply to home care services.

3

Understand how the Aged Care Quality Standards can be applied in practice.

Who it's for:

Healthcare professionals, healthcare workers and ancillary staff working with older adults in home care.

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Last updated09 Jun 2025

Published09 Jun 2025

Due for review29 Jun 2027
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