More support—Students

There are a number of websites that provide advice and guidance on the COVID-19 pandemic.

Department of Health

The Department of Health is closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic. The information on its website provides daily updates, answering your questions about the latest news, current facts and figures, travel advice, and key contact and phone numbers.

If you are concerned about COVID-19, you can also call the National Coronavirus Helpline for information and advice—1800 020 080.

If you require translating or interpreting services, phone 131 450.

Head to Health

Head to Health, an Australian Government initiative, provides trusted information and digital support to help everyone’s mental health and wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

State and Territory Governments

State and Territory Governments provide information on their websites:

Australian Capital Territory	https://www.covid19.act.gov.au/
New South Wales	https://preview.nsw.gov.au/covid-19
Northern Territory	https://coronavirus.nt.gov.au/
Queensland	https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19
South Australia	https://www.sa.gov.au/covid-19
Tasmania	https://www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au/
Victoria	https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
Western Australia	https://www.wa.gov.au/government/covid-19-coronavirus

Overseas students

Council of International Students Australia (CISA)

CISA is the national peak student representative body for international students. It represents postgraduate, undergraduate, private college, technical and further education (TAFE), English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) and foundation level students.

International Education

International Education leads strategic policy, regulation and government-to-government engagement in the international education sector.

Overseas Students Ombudsman

The Overseas Students Ombudsman investigates complaints from overseas students about private education and training in Australia.

Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS)

The Register is a searchable database of education institutions and courses approved for overseas students in Australia.

Directory of Qualified Education Agents

PIER online is a directory of qualified education agents.

Study in Australia

This is the official Australian Government website for advice on study in Australia.

Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA)

OMARA provide registration to migration agents.

Find a course or provider

My Skills

My Skills is Australia's directory of training. It includes information on training in Australia for school leavers, students, apprentices, and employers.

Search for a training provider on My Skills.

myfuture

myfuture is Australia's national career information and exploration service, helping people to make career decisions, plan career pathways and manage work transitions. myfuture is for anyone who needs information to support their own or others' career planning.

Search for a course on myfuture.

Skills Service Organisations

To check a course or qualification is industry recognised, you will need to contact the relevant Skills Service Organisation (SSO). The Australian Industry and Skills Committee has information on SSOs and the sectors they cover.

Skills Service Organisations:

Career support, financial support, and advice for students

StudyAssist

Study Assist provides information for students about government assistance for financing tertiary study.

If you are interested in accessing VET Student Loans, you can find more information at: www.education.gov.au/vet-student-loans.

Job Jumpstart

Are you finishing school soon and not sure whether you want to continue studying or jump straight into your first job? The Job Jumpstart website is a one-stop-shop, full of tips and resources to help you score a job, build a career and succeed at work.

National Union of Students (NUS)

NUS is the peak representative body for all tertiary students in Australia. NUS work to protect the rights of all students through national campaigns.

Australian JobSearch

JobSearch is a free service to help job seekers find jobs.

Centrelink

The Australian Government is responsible for providing income support and other assistance to students. This income support is provided by the Department of Human Services, through Centrelink.

The Good Careers Guide

The Good Careers Guide provides an in-depth look at a range of occupations, and their education and training pathways.

Job Outlook

Job Outlook is a careers and labour market research information site. This service helps you make decisions about study and training, your first job, or the next step in your career.

Apprenticeships

Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) is Australia’s workplace regulator. It provides free education, assistance and advice about Australian workplace laws. It also helps to resolve workplace issues, conduct investigations, and enforce Australian workplace laws.

For more information about workplace rights and obligations for apprentices and trainees, please visit the FWO website at www.fairwork.gov.au/apprenticestrainees. To request assistance to help resolve a workplace issue, you can submit an enquiry via My account by registering at www.fairwork.gov.au/register or call the Fair Work Infoline on 13 13 94. The Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) is also available, please call 13 14 50 and ask for the Fair Work Ombudsman.

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