Research

Care Workforce Labour Market Study

The National Skills Commission undertook an in-depth study into Australia’s care and support sector workforce.

In early March 2021, National Skills Commissioner Adam Boyton was tasked by Prime Minister Scott Morrison to undertake the study into the factors affecting the supply and demand of care workers, both in the near term and out to 2050.

Among the terms of reference, the study examined:

  • the current profile of the care and support sector workforce
  • the balance of labour supply and demand in the sector
  • factors affecting the supply for care workers including education and training pathways

A discussion paper for consultation was published in May 2021 and can be found HERE.

The final report was provided to the Minister for Employment, Workforce, Skills, Small and Family Business on 30 September 2021.

DATE: 2021
REGION: AUS
ORGANISATION: National Skills Commission
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