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More support—Students

Links to other organisations that can help VET students.

  • Coronavirus (COVID-19) resources

    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

    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: https://www.dese.gov.au/vet-student-loans.

    Centrelink

    Centrelink is the Australian Government agency that provides income support and other assistance to students.

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