Education Hub I Sanctuary Recruitment

Access free learning materials with Sanctuary Recruitment

Unlock your potential with our education hub, giving you the opportunity to upskill with free continuous learning that is always
available at your disposal. These modules count towards your CPD points if you are an enrolled or registered nurse.

Through Sanctuary, you can refresh your knowledge in the following categories:

Manual Handling

Hazard identification, risk assessment and control

Food Handling Safety

Discover how to maintain food safety while carrying out food handling activities

Infection Control

Preventing infections and hand hygiene

Elder Abuse

Detecting abuse and addressing elder abuse

Fire Safety

Evacuation and fire safety systems

Supporting Consumers with Dementia

Types of dementia and understanding behavioural changes

Serious Incident Response Scheme (SIRS)

The role of SIRS and why it is important

NDIS Orientation

Complete your NDIS Orientation Module through us

Single Quality Framework

Consumer dignity and choice

Medication Refresher

Refresh your medication knowledge and medication administrations

Drug Calculations

Test your knowledge with a drug calculation competency

Aseptic Non-Touch

A set of practices that protect patients from healthcare-associated infections

Looking for further education?

We proudly partner with the Australian College of Nursing who offer CPD courses at a discounted rate for our nursing team.

Aged care blog

2024 flu vaccination requirements in aged care in Australia

First published: July 2024 The Aged Care Quality Standards states that for the purpose of infection control, aged care providers and relevant organisations should promote the benefits of the influenza and coronavirus vaccinations for both their residents and staff. These vaccinations are to be renewed annually, adapting to each new strain of influenza. Key aims…

Once in a generation aged care reform

First published: September 2024 On the 12th September 2024 the Albanese Government announced their plans to deliver historic aged care reforms, with $5.6 billion being invested into a package that will bring the greatest improvement to aged care in 30 years. It is projected that within the next 40 years, those aged 65 and over…

Aged care careers

First published: April 2025 Aged care careers cover working in clinical and non-clinical roles across an array of environments including residential aged care, home care/independent living and retirement communities. There is a wealth of employment opportunities that will allow you to explore roles that fit your knowledge and skills, that you can make a long…

What is a home care package?

First published: March 2025 Home care packages are provided under the Home Care Package Program, which is partially subsidised by the government, aiming to care for those needing assistance to remain in their own homes for longer. It was found that 68% of Australians wish to age within their own homes, meaning the demand for…

A complete guide to aged care qualifications and certification requirements 

There are many different roles within aged care, some of which require a higher degree of education and training. Getting the right aged care qualifications and certificates can support you in establishing a long and rewarding career in the field. They ensure you understand the safety, legal and ethical protocols to effectively look after the…

12 aged care interview questions and answers

Revised: May 2025 Are you preparing for an aged care interview? Knowing the most common aged care interview questions and how to answer them can help you feel confident and ready to showcase your skills. Within our detailed guide, we’ll help you to prepare for the 12 most frequently asked aged care interview questions. We’ve…

Touchdown for our PALM Scheme class of 2024!

First published: March 2025 On Tuesday 4th March our PALM Scheme Class of 2024 arrived in Melbourne, Victoria, marking the start of their four year journey in Australia, making a difference in residential aged care homes in Mildura and Port Macquarie for Regis Aged Care. Under the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme, 40 participants…

Establishing and maintaining work role boundaries in aged care

First published: November 2024 Working in the aged care industry gives you opportunity to develop close relationships with the residents in your care. The superheroes that are healthcare professionals understand their patients and residents on a deeper level, especially in aged care as nurses can be interacting with the same residents for years. Work role…

Certificate IV in Aged Care pay rate guide

Certificate IV in Aged Care pay rates are set by the Aged Care Award. Recent reforms in the aged care sector have led to aged care workers in Australia receiving multiple pay rises in the past few years due to an investigation into workforce attraction and retention via the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality…

Transitioning into aged care

First published: November 2023 A non clinical perspective With the aged care industry being a part of the healthcare space, the common perception is that you need a nursing qualification to be eligible for a role in a residential aged care home. This is true for a large number of job positions, as clinical members…

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