Learn about the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards and how you need to apply them.

Guidance and resources for providers and workers on the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards

Learn about how you might apply the Quality Standards in different ways with these case studies.

The previous Aged Care Quality Standards were in effect between 1 July 2019 and 31 October 2025.

Strengthened Quality Standard 1 underpins the way providers and workers should treat older people.

Strengthened Quality Standard 2 recognises that it’s the responsibility of the governing body to set strategic priorities and encourage a culture of safety and quality.

Strengthened Quality Standard 3 is about the way providers tailor care and services to each person.

Strengthened Quality Standard 4 is about people receiving care and services in an environment that is safe, supportive and meets their needs.

Standard 5 is about providing safe and quality clinical care.

Strengthened Quality Standard 6 is about working with older people to find out what they like to eat and drink.

Strengthened Quality Standard 7 acknowledges that when people move into a residential service, the new community becomes a central part of their lives.