Masterclass

Responsible Persons Compliance Program 2026

Refreshed for 2026

 Approximately 5 hrs
 Released Sept 2026
 Completion badge included

Supporting Responsible Persons to meet the demands of the new Aged Care Act

This program is designed specifically for Responsible Persons - Boards, Executives and those responsible for nursing and operations across residential and support at home. We equip Responsible Persons with the knowledge and tools they need to meet their obligations under the Aged Care Act 2024 (Cth) and the Aged Care Rules 2025. Our pre-recorded sessions are available to watch on demand at any time.
  • Compliance essentials to meet the new regulatory standards
  • Strategies for effective governance, risk management, and corrective actions
  • Best practices for leading with accountability and integrity in the aged care sector
Looking to train your team? You can purchase multiple licenses directly at checkout and then send invitations to your team members for immediate access. Group discounts are automatically applied at checkout.
Price excl. GST
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Collaboration between Anchor Excellence and Thomsons

Program details

Module 1: The Act, Responsible Persons,
Registration and Regulatory Powers

This module provides an overview of key concepts under the Aged Care Act and Rules and also covers:

  1. Responsible Person suitability and notification obligations
  2. Statutory duties and due diligence
  3. Registration, renewal and audits
  4. Regulatory powers, enforcement, banning orders and review of decisions

Module 2: Conditions of Registration and Obligations

This module covers:

  1. Entry into the aged care system, admission and service agreements
  2. Start and cessation notifications
  3. Security of tenure
  4. Conditions of registration
  5. Incidents, complaints, whistleblowers and reporting

Module 3: Clinical Governance, Quality Standards, Decision-Making and Funding

This module focuses on:

  1. Residential funding, accommodation payments and HELF
  2. Support at Home funding and unspent funds
  3. Clinical governance and consumer-facing risk
  4. Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards
  5. Supporters and substitute decision-making

Led by experts

With extensive experience across aged care law, governance, and compliance, Cynthia Payne, Julie McStay and Madeline Walsh will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to meet your obligations under the Aged Care Act 2024 (Cth) and the Aged Care Rules 2025.

Cynthia Payne

Managing Director of Anchor Excellence, Cynthia brings over 30 years of leadership experience, a proven track record in governance, and a passion for driving excellence across the aged care sector.

Julie McStay

A Partner at Thomsons, Julie is a trusted legal advisor with extensive expertise in aged care compliance, governance, and regulatory matters.

Madeline Walsh

A Partner at Thomsons, Madeline brings deep expertise in aged care law, corporate governance, and strategic risk management.

What's included?

This program provides a comprehensive overview of the new Aged Care Act 2024, focusing on the key concepts and obligations that apply to Responsible Persons and providers. This training is intended to support both operational readiness and long-term compliance across all relevant roles within your organisation. The modules cover a range of critical topics:
  Aged Care Act and Rules key
concepts and regulatory powers
Learn about the key concepts under the Aged Care Act 2024 and Aged Care Rules 2025, as well as regulatory powers and enforcement
  Responsible Person suitability
and statutory duties
Learn about Responsible Person suitability, notification obligations and statutory duties
  Entry to the aged care system
& funding
Learn about entry to the aged care system, admission and service agreements, security of tenure and funding arrangements
 Registration & provider
obligations 
Learn about registration and the conditions of registration and obligations for providers, including incidents, complaints, whistleblowing and reporting
  Clinical governance & 
consumer-facing risk
Learn about clinical governance frameworks and managing high-impact, high-prevalence risks
  Quality Standards and
decision-making
Learn about the Aged Care Quality Standards, supporters and substitute decision-making

Certification and completion

Upon completing all three modules, you will be invited to register on the Credly platform to receive your live digital certification. You can easily share your digital badge on platforms like LinkedIn and your company website.

Our exclusive group discounts

Discounts are automatically applied at checkout. For groups of more than 100, email us for a special quote. To request to pay via invoice, click here.

$550 per person
+ GST

> 10 people

$450 per person
+ GST

> 25 people

Email for a special
quote

> 100 people


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Looking to train your team? You can purchase multiple licenses directly at checkout and then send invitations directly to your team members for immediate access. Alternatively, if you would like to pay via invoice, please click the button below to submit an enquiry. Our team will get back to you within 2 business days with an invoice and payment instructions.

Bespoke Training

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