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A Personal Care Assistant (PCA) provides essential support to individuals who need help with daily living activities due to age, disability, or illness.

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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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Get qualified to work as a Personal Care Assistant with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

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Personal Care Assistant careers

A Personal Care Assistant (PCA) provides essential support to individuals who need help with daily living activities due to age, disability, or illness. Their responsibilities typically include assisting with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, mobility, and medication management.

PCAs often work in residential aged care facilities, private homes, or community care settings. They also offer emotional support and companionship, helping to enhance the quality of life for those they care for. The role requires empathy, patience, strong communication skills, and a genuine commitment to caring for others.