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Please look out for an email to complete your enrolment application. The email will contain a link to complete the application, and also your reference number.
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- 1 Pre-assessment
- 2 Assessment
- 3 Gather
- 4 Meet
- 5 Enrol & Pay
Next steps
Find out about the next steps and what we will require you to provide.
- 1. Pre-assessment
- Complete the e-form and Student Declaration. A link to complete the e-form will be emailed to you.
- If studying a certificate or diploma course, you are required to provide evidence of Language, Literacy and Numeracy skills.
Chisholm wants you to feel confident that your chosen course is right for you! You will need to complete a language, literacy and numeracy skills assessment before we can finalise your enrolment.
You will receive a separate email titled 'Chisholm - Your LLN - BKSB login details' containing your unique username and password.
In a quiet environment, set aside 45-60 minutes for both English and Maths. Do not complete the diagnostic modules.
- 2. Assessment
A pre-training review is used to determine your competency levels and assist us with tailoring your training plan.
The review also helps to identify recognition of prior learning and credit transfers when applying for a vocational education course (certificate and diploma courses).
- 3. Gather
Before we can finalise your enrolment, we need some documentation.
Your Unique Student Identifier (USI)
Visit usi.gov.au to create, find or reset your USI details. Our staff can support you with this when you enrol if needed.
Certificate IV or below
Original document or certified copy of one of the below documents to demonstrate Australian permanent residency:
- Current Green Medicare Card
- Australian Birth Certificate (not an extract)
- Australian Naturalisation Certificate / Certificate of Citizenship
- Current Australian or New Zealand Passport
- Confirmation that you meet the eligibility criteria for the Asylum Seeker VET Program
Current and valid concession card (for Certificate IV or below)
One or more of the following current and valid concession cards:
- Healthcare card
- Pensioner card
- Veteran’s Gold card
Diploma and above accessing VET Student Loans
Original document or certified copy of one of the below documents to demonstrate Australian citizenship:
- Current Australian Passport
- Australian Citizenship Certificate or Naturalisation Certificate
- Australian Citizenship by Descent extract
- Australian Birth Certificate where you were born before 20 August, 1986
- If you were born on or after 20 August 1986, Australian Birth Certificate and proof of your parents’ Australian Citizenship at the time of your birth. Examples include:
- Your parents’ Australian Birth Certificates
- Your parents’ Australian Citizenship Certificates
Higher Education students
Required standard documents for admission:
- Document Verification Service Authorisation
- Certified Australian Passport, OR
- Certified Birth Certificate (no extract) or Citizenship Certificate.
- Previous Academic Transcripts
Note: some courses may require a police check prior to enrolment, however applicants will be advised during the suitability interview.
For detailed information about FEE-HELP and census dates for Higher Education students, please see Fees and Costs.
Credit Transfer documentation
- A transcript, or
- A formal statement of attainment
Your transcript or Statement of Attainment must be issued by either:
- The Student identifiers Registrar,
- An RTO
- Another authorised issuing organisation.
Additional requirements for students under 18 years old
Your parent or guardian will need to complete a Student Privacy Notice.
If you decide on a payment plan, your parent or guardian will need to be present to sign
If you are under 17 years old and have either left school or are transitioning from high school, you will need to complete a ‘Exemption from School Application’ form of which your Course Advisor can provide on request.
- 4. Meet
Now that you have everything you need, it's time to finalise your enrolment.
It’s up to you how we meet – face-to-face or by phone. You will be invited to choose a date and time that suits you and your appointment details will be emailed to you.
- 5. Enrol and pay
To guarantee your place in your chosen course, you must:
- Pay your upfront Student Services and Materials fees. Chisholm accepts EFTPOS, cheque, cash or credit card (please check the maximum transaction limit available on your card). Visit www.chisholm.edu.au/fees for specific information on credit card usage for students under 18 years old.
- Arrange payment of your tuition fees:
- Upfront payment
- Payment plans
- VET Student loans
- FEE-HELP
- Government funding
- FREE TAFE
- Caroline Chisholm Scholarships.
Visit our Help with fees page to find out more about assistance available to pay your fees.