Empowering the Pacific for Global Aged Care Careers
Australian Qualifications,
Delivered in the Heart of Fiji
AC Fiji is AC’s presence in the South Pacific that offers transformative programs. It is led by Alphacrucis University College – Australia’s largest Christian higher education provider. In partnership with the Fijian Government’s Higher Education Commission (HEC) and National Employment Centre (NEC), we deliver Australian-standard aged care training designed to open global pathways and serve local communities with compassion and excellence.
What is AC Fiji?
AC Fiji offers the CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) through an intensive, full-time training model in Suva, Fiji. Students gain practical, culturally responsive training that prepares them for real-world care – in Fiji and abroad.
This program exists to invest in local capacity while creating meaningful opportunities for international service – especially through the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme.
Program Snapshot
- Qualification: CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
- Duration: 22 weeks (full-time)
- 16–18 weeks of classroom learning
- 4–6 weeks of practical placement
- Delivery Location: Suva, Fiji
- Eligibility: Applicants via NEC (National Employment Centre)
- Trainers: Australian-qualified and Fijian co-trainers
- Learning Support: Academic mentoring, pastoral care, culturally responsive environment
Why Choose AC Fiji?
✅ Earn a recognised Australian qualification – in Fiji
✅ Pathway to employment in Australia through the PALM Scheme
✅ Practical, hands-on training with experienced Australian and local educators
✅ Supportive, values-based learning community
✅ Preparation for care work that changes lives
Program Structure
| Component | Duration | What You’ll Learn |
|---|---|---|
| Classroom Training | 16–18 weeks | Foundations in aged care, communication, workplace diversity, safe practices |
| Practical Placement | 4–6 weeks | Real-world aged care experience in supervised settings |
Our Partners
AC Fiji is made possible through trusted partnerships:
- Higher Education Commission Fiji (HECF)
- Fijian National Employment Centre (NEC)
- PALM Scheme – a bridge to aged care employment in Australia
- Australian aged care providers – such as Bolton Clarke and Pulse Staffing Australia
Graduate Opportunities
Graduates from AC Fiji are equipped to:
- Step into work-ready aged care roles in Australia
- Apply for positions through the PALM Scheme
- Continue their studies or serve in care roles locally or internationally
Contact AC Fiji
We’d love to hear from you.
🌐 Explore our website for more information about Alphacrucis University College: www.ac.edu.au
📧 General enquiries: info@ac.edu.au
📧 Director, Pacific Region – Samisoni Cakau: samisoni.cakau@ac.edu.au