More support—Students

Links to other organisations that can help VET 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.

National Coronavirus Helpline

If you are concerned about COVID-19, you can 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

Study in Australia

This is the official Australian Government website for information and advice about studying in Australia. Topics include visa and travel FAQs, accommodation and housing, welfare support, working while studying in Australia, and more.

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.

Overseas Students Ombudsman

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

Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA)

Search the register of migration agents to get help with your visa.

Career support

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 has tips and resources to help you score a job, build a career and succeed at work.

Trades Recognition Australia

Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) provides skills assessments for people with trade skills gained overseas or in Australia, or through study in Australia as an international student.

Australian JobSearch

JobSearch is a free service to help people find new jobs.

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.

Australian Apprenticeships

Australian apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer you opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs. The Australian Apprenticeships website provides information and support for potential apprentices.

Australian Apprenticeships Pathways

Examples of potential career pathways that can begin with an Australian Apprenticeship.

Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) is Australia’s workplace regulator. It provides free education, assistance and advice about Australian workplace laws including for apprentices and trainees, at www.fairwork.gov.au/apprenticestrainees.

Financial support