ACOS requires that all students:

• Are over the age of 18.
• Complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy, Digital [LLND] assessment to demonstrate that they have the required level of LLND skills required by the course.
• Demonstrating an interest in, knowledge of, and suitability for work in the individual support sector
• Demonstrate the level of maturity, empathy, and responsibility required to provide quality care and support to individuals in need.

Further Information – International Students

This course is available to international students who are able to provide evidence that they:

• Meet the English proficiency requirements with a valid IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no score below 5.5 in any band, or PTE Academic score of 47 with no score of 39 in each section.
• Are suitable for entry via an interview (online or in person) as part of the course selection process.
• It is a condition of entry that upon acceptance, students provide evidence of having an Australian Student Visa [subclass 500].

Additional Work Placement requirements:

• Possess a Police check (which is required for placement)
• Possess an NDIS worker check
• Updated Vaccination Record
• Have a reasonable level of fitness to cope with the physical demands of providing personal care and support, including assisting with mobility, lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods
• Are physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy to respond appropriately to the needs, comfort, and wellbeing of clients