There are a number of ways you can get assistance with fee payment.
VET FEE-HELP
Vocational Education and Training (VET) FEE-HELP is a loan scheme for VET skills deepening qualifications (diploma or higher level) similar to that offered for university HELP fees. It allows students to borrow funds for all or part of their tuition fees for both government subsidised and non government subsidised education and training.
For further information on whether you are eligible for VET FEE-HELP click here or visit www.deewr.gov.au
VET Fee Help Unit Tuition Fee Rates click here for 2012 Semester 1 information.
What other financial assistance is available?
Students having difficulty paying enrolment fees can get advice from the student counsellor on the options that may be available. To make an appointment, phone 1300 554 248.
Some of the options may include:
If your study is part of workplace training or an apprenticeship or traineeship your employer may make a contribution to your tuition fees. In some cases this will be as a reimbursement to you, or they may pay on receipt of an invoice from us. You will need to discuss and agree this with your employer. If this is the case, you must bring a signed letter of authority from your employer stating that they will pay the cost of the training.
Government Initiatives
In some trade areas, there are a number of government initiatives that allow students to claim a materials or tools for trade rebate for items that are considered essential items for their trade. Further details of this can be found at www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au .
Part Payment Plan
Part Payment Plans are now available to students enrolled at Bendigo TAFE and allows the cost of the course (including Tuition, Amenities and Material Fees) to be paid off over a period of time. Part Payment Plan application pack.