How Much Does Cert IV in Ageing Support Cost in Victoria in 2026?

ALIT’s current published fees for CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support are $2,899 for the standard domestic program (36–52 weeks), $3,399 for the on-campus course with work placement, and $7,499 for the international program (52 weeks). Those are ALIT’s figures — every registered training organisation sets its own fees, so across Victoria the only price that actually matters is the written quote from the provider you enrol with.

This guide breaks down what each published fee covers, what sits outside the tuition fee, and how to compare quotes properly. If you are still weighing up the qualification itself, start with ALIT’s guide to what CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support is.

The three published fees, and what each one buys

ALIT publishes its fees for this course on the Certificate IV in Ageing Support course page. The headline course fee is $3,399, covering the on-campus delivery with work placement, and it includes all learning materials and the nationally recognised certificate. Alongside it sit the standard program fees: $2,899 for the domestic stream, listed at 36–52 weeks, and $7,499 for the international stream at 52 weeks.

One course carrying three price tags is normal in the vocational training sector, but it means you need to compare the right numbers. The streams differ in listed duration — the international program runs the full 52 weeks — and in the services wrapped around the student. ALIT notes that the fees shown are indicative and may vary at enrolment, so treat the published figures as the start of a conversation with an advisor, not the final word.

What the fee includes

All learning materials are included in ALIT’s fee, and the certificate you graduate with is nationally recognised under ALIT’s registration (RTO 45156). That inclusion matters more than it sounds when you compare providers: a cheaper headline number elsewhere may itemise resources, assessment or placement coordination separately, and those line items add up. Ask any provider for the total, all-inclusive figure in writing before you compare.

Costs that sit outside the tuition fee

A few costs in this course are paid to third parties rather than the training provider. ALIT’s entry requirements include a current police check and a working with children check — both are paid to the issuing bodies and renewed on their own cycles. Students also commonly budget for placement-related expenses such as travel to a residential facility or home care service, and for any incidentals their placement provider requires. None of these are tuition, so confirm with the admissions team what applies to your intake before you lock in a budget.

Government-subsidised training

Victoria subsidises accredited training for eligible students through its state-funded programs, and a subsidised place can reduce the fee materially. Subsidy eligibility rules, the list of subsidised qualifications and the learner contributions all change over time, so the practical step is simple: ask ALIT whether a government-subsidised place for CHC43015 is available for you before you compare full-fee quotes. For context on what the qualification involves, ALIT’s guide to what Cert IV in Ageing Support covers lists the full unit set.

Recognition of prior learning can reduce the cost

If you have worked in aged care for years, you may be able to have existing skills recognised rather than re-studied. Recognition of prior learning assesses your workplace evidence against the units of competency; where you are found competent, you don’t pay to re-learn that content. ALIT offers RPL for this qualification — its recognition of prior learning page explains the process, and the RPL team can map your experience before you enrol so you know what it is worth.

Comparing quotes across Victoria: a checklist

When you line up providers, compare like with like. Check whether the quoted duration assumes the same study load — a 36-week course and a 52-week listing are different products, and ALIT’s guide to how long Certificate IV in Ageing Support takes explains what sits behind the range. Confirm what the fee includes (materials, assessment, placement support), whether placement is coordinated for you, and whether RPL is on the table. The Cert III comparison point is worth a look too: ALIT’s guide to what Certificate III in Individual Support costs in Victoria shows the same fee structure one level down.

Planning the spend

ALIT runs monthly intakes for this course, so the gap between deciding and starting is short — which matters when you are budgeting across a year rather than a single upfront moment. The course page invites questions about what is included and the available payment schedule before enrolling, so ask the advisor to put the payment options in writing with the quote. International students plan around the $7,499 stream at 52 weeks under CRICOS course code 114247G; domestic students should confirm which of the two published domestic figures matches their situation.

FAQ

Is the $2,899 or the $3,399 the price I pay?

The standard domestic program is listed at $2,899 and the on-campus course with work placement at $3,399. The published figures are indicative and may vary at enrolment, so the number that binds is the one on your written quote.

Are learning materials extra?

No — all learning materials are included in ALIT’s fee for this course. When comparing other providers, check whether materials are included or itemised separately.

Can I get a government subsidy for this course?

Subsidised places may be available for eligible students through Victoria’s funded training programs, but eligibility rules and subsidised course lists change. Confirm with ALIT whether a subsidised place for CHC43015 is available to you.

Is the international fee different?

Yes — the international program is listed at $7,499 over 52 weeks, against the domestic standard program at $2,899.

Are payment plans available?

ALIT’s course page refers to an available payment schedule and invites questions about it before enrolling — ask the admissions team to confirm the current arrangements in writing with your quote.

Related ALIT guide: what the CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services costs in Victoria.