Post-Secondary Education – TAFE/VET
2.4 Post-Secondary Education – TAFE/VET
Benefits Up to $10,000 per financial year
Eligibility A dependent child or IBN member who is enrolled in an accredited vocational education
course at a TAFE or private RTO (Registered Training Organisation) and studying at Certificate 1 to
Advanced Diploma level. This includes apprenticeships and traineeships.
AVAILABLE items
- Fees including applicable VET fees.
- Study expenses including computers and supplies, books, uniforms, child care fees, etc.
- Tools and equipment if not covered by the employer or other sources.
- Student residential boarding fees or private rentals through an agent.
- Travel assistance (conditions apply).
Items NOT available
- Fees for non-accredited short courses, professional registration and licences.
- Historical course fee debts.
- Daily food and fuel expenses.
- Rental bonds.
Conditions
- ABSTUDY is NOT a condition of this program, but eligible students are encouraged to apply.
- Eligible students must access government Student Travel Subsidies where available.
- Multi-year funding may be subject to satisfactory attendance and academic progress.
- Student withdrawal – IBN may seek a refund of fees already paid to the RTO.
Supporting documents
- Program application form 2.4
- Proof of enrolment
- Supplier invoices or quotes showing payment details
- Other – see application form
Application Processing Time
Up to 10 working days once all the documents have been received by IBN.