The benefits of first aid training in aged care
RCH NewsFirst aid training is an essential skill when every second counts. Providing yourself, or your team the skills to act quickly and effectively in an emergency situation, creates confidence. While it’s not mandatory for aged care workers to possess their first aid qualification, you or your staff’s first aid skills could make all the difference. It’s true […]
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7 must-know facts about aged care jobs
RCH NewsIf you’ve been considering a career in aged care, there are a few things you should know about working in this industry. We’ve rounded up the facts about aged care jobs so you know what to expect. So many opportunities If you’re after a profession that has real job prospects, aged care is […]
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End of financial year – study tax deductions
RCH NewsTax time has rolled around again and for anyone studying or planning to, it’s worth knowing what study expenses you can claim as deductions at the end of financial year. The Australian Tax Office makes it clear that you can claim many self-education deductions when you’re a student, as long as the course you are […]
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National Reconciliation Week: Respect and connection in aged care
RCH NewsNational Reconciliation Week takes place 27 May until 3 June and is an important time for us all to learn and reflect on our shared history as Australians. The dates are the same each year, marking the successful referendum in 1967 that paved the way for laws protecting the rights of Aboriginal people as equal […]
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More aged care jobs as industry booms
RCH NewsIf you’re seeking a new career, or a career change, in a thriving industry that’s also meaningful and rewarding – studying aged care may be your best way forward. An increasing number of aged care jobs will need to be filled by the right candidates as Australia’s population continues to age. According to the 2019 […]
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Assist Clients with Medication Skill Set: Refreshed short course
RCH NewsOrganisations which invest in the knowledge and skills of their people are rewarded with better business outcomes – and this is particularly true of the aged care sector. With a Royal Commission exploring aged care quality and safety in full swing, the spotlight is on this important industry which is set to care for a […]
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Royal College of Healthcare view: Building a Quality Aged Care Workforce
RCH NewsIt was a fantastic opportunity to join like-minded industry professionals at the Building a Quality Aged Care Workforce conference, with the shared aim that we are so passionate about – developing strategies to meet the workforce needs of the aged care industry. The future and means of moving towards this aim in the […]
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Marcus Sellen appointed as new CEO of Catalyst Education
RCH NewsAs seen on catalysteducation.com.au Catalyst Education, one of Australia’s leading providers of high-quality vocational education and training (VET) in the important aged care, disability and early childhood education sectors has appointed Marcus Sellen as Chief Executive Officer. Catalyst Education is the corporate umbrella for Royal College of Healthcare. Marcus is a respected vocational education entrepreneur and practitioner […]
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The 2018 Care Expo: Caring about caring
Healthcare Technology RCH NewsIt’s no secret that carers care about caring! After all, providing quality care is what being an aged care worker or disability care worker is all about. The Care Expo took place over September 14 and 15 in Brisbane and brought together a range of speakers, workshops and organisations, and covering quality care as the […]
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