Fees & Fee Assistance
The Victorian Training Guarantee entitles a student to a government-subsidised place in an accredited vocational education and training course, subject to eligibility guidelines. Students who are not eligible may choose to undertake fee for service training.
Fees can be made up of one or more of the following:
- tuition fees associated with the teaching and training elements of a course
- materials fees that cover course materials and consumables, and excursion fees.
- textbooks and stationery.
Fee for service fees are commercial rates calculated at a flat rate per course/unit enrolled.
For more information and indicative fee rates for Training Guarantee eligible and ineligible students, and concession holders for TAFE Gippsland courses you will find these listed on course pages.
Tuition fees are indicative only and subject to change, given individual circumstances, at enrolment.
Full list of 2024 course fees.
For an individual quotation of fees payable, or to arrange payment, contact us on 1300 133 717.
Other Charges | |
|---|---|
| Statement of Results | FREE |
| Digitally certified replacement through My eQuals for Full Qualification, Statement of attainment/ Participation Certificate or Academic Transcript | FREE |
| Hard Copy for Statement of Attainment/ Participation Certificate | $20.00 |
| Hard Copy for Full Qualification Certificate including Academic Transcript | $20.00 |
| Transfer of Red Card to C.I. Card (must provide copy of Red Card) | $40.00 |
| Replacement of PI Card | $10.00 |
Australian Apprenticeships Incentives Programme
There are a number of incentives currently available to eligible employers of Australian Apprentices as well as personal benefit payments available to eligible Australian Apprentices.For information on the Australian Apprenticeships Incentives Programme please visit https://www.business.gov.au/assistance/australian-apprenticeships-incentives-programme or contact your local Australian Apprenticeship Centre.
Payment Options for VET Student Loan Eligible Courses
Your options for paying tuition fees for VET Student Loan eligible courses are:
- up-front payment; or
- Government loan through the VET Student Loan scheme (eligibility rules apply) up to the capped amount
*Any materials fees incurred can be paid upfront or an instalment arrangement may be entered into.
You may wish to seek independent financial advice prior to applying for a VET Student loan.
To find out more about VET Student Loans with TAFE Gippsland, please visit our VET Student Loans page.
Payment Plans
Instalment arrangements
- Payment Plans are available to students enrolling in a Certificate IV or below course, or for Diploma and above government-subsidised materials fees only.
- Students are required to pay an upfront, 10% deposit on commencement of the payment plan.
- Minimum payment is $50 per fortnight Materials only payment plans must be more than $250.00
- All fees must be finalised within six (6) months of course commencement, or at the end of the course, whichever is sooner.
- Students need to provide the relevant bank account details of the account to be direct debited.
- If the account to be direct debited IS NOT your own, the account holder must read and sign the direct debit declaration section on the instalment arrangement application.
- Students under the age of 18 years must have the instalment arrangement form signed by a parent or guardian.
Centrepay Deduction
Centrepay is a direct bill paying service available to customers who receive a Centrelink payment. Students must complete a TAFE Gippsland Instalment Arrangement Application, provide their Centrelink Reference Number (CRN) as well as the name of the nominated Centrelink payment from which the payments will be deducted.
Instalment Arrangement Application forms are available by phoning 1300 133 717. A Customer Service and Support Officer can assist you with further information about Student Payment Plans.
Concession Fees
If you are enrolling in a Certificate IV level program or below, are eligible for a government-subsidised place and hold a valid and eligible concession a concession fee of 20% of the published fee will be charged for your tuition.
Eligible concessions are:
- Commonwealth Health Care Card; or
- Pensioner Concession Card; or
- Veteran’s Gold Card.
These concessions also apply to the dependent spouse and dependent children of the card holder.
Indigenous Completions Initiative
Concession fees also apply to individuals who self-identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
Under the Indigenous Completions Initiative, Indigenous students will pay 20% of what the provider would have charged a non-concession student. To access this initiative, you must be eligible for a government supported place. It applies to all course levels, including Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas.
Scholarships
At TAFE Gippsland, we know that education can change lives.
Education is an important tool to unleash individual potential and form a pathway to a successful and prosperous career.
That is why TAFE Gippsland offer a variety of scholarships to ensure students can access a quality education and have the opportunity to get hands on and develop real skills and experience in the industry of their choice.
Our range of scholarships reflect a training organisation that is committed to providing education to a diverse variety of students.
Each scholarship is different, so it is important to read and understand the eligibility requirements to ensure you are applying for a scholarship that suits you and your needs best.
Contact us
If you have any questions about any of the scholarships feel free to get in contact with us.
Email scholarships@tafegippsland.edu.au
Phone 1300 133 717
Skills First
From January 2017, Victoria’s training and TAFE system will be overhauled through Skills First. A new approach to training will be implemented, setting a high benchmark for training quality, and supporting the courses that are most likely to lead to employment.
Skills First offers real training for real jobs, through:
- High quality training that students and industry can trust, aligned to industry and workforce needs.
- A real voice for industry in training.
- Funding for high needs learners who need additional support to engage with and succeed in education and training.
- Access to targeted, relevant training for students in regional areas.
The Government recognises the distinct role TAFEs have, as public providers who partner with industry and Government on key economic priorities, lead the training system in excellence and innovation, provide essential life skills and support services, and help disadvantaged students and communities.
Under the Skills First program the Victorian Government will support TAFE Gippsland and other Victorian TAFEs to be:
- A benchmark for quality and a trusted adviser to Government: delivering the training needed to drive key Victorian priorities.
- Centres of Excellence: competing on a global stage by partnering with industry to ensure productivity, innovation and the skills students need to get a job.
- Providing more than just training: addressing the training and support needs of students to ensure they are work-ready graduates, providing a campus experience with support and other essential services, and helping disadvantaged and high needs students who might otherwise slip through the cracks.
- Pivotal in regional communities: continuing their links with local businesses, and knowing what skills employers seek.
- Leaders in international education: working collaboratively, Government will enhance TAFEs’ global reach and support an expansion in international education.
For more information on government-subsidised training places visit www.vic.gov.au/funding-and-support-programs-for-training or ask a TAFE Gippsland Customer Service and Support Officer.
Withdrawals & Refunds
Our Enrolment Officers can answer any questions you have regarding fees, refunds and withdrawals. Applications for a refund of fees are processed in line with TAFE Gippsland policy as summarised in the table below.
Clause | TAFE Gippsland Refund Policy |
Certificate I-IV courses – government funded | |
Student initiated withdrawals within four weeks of | Full refund of units not yet commenced less: |
Student initiated withdrawals four weeks or more after training has commenced in the current year – government funded | No refund of tuition fees: |
VET Student Loan available courses, Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Vocational Graduate programs and nominated Certificate IV courses | |
Student initiated withdrawals prior to the census date | Full refund of tuition fees. If you are using VET Student Loans, you will not incur a HELP debt for any units withdrawn prior to census. |
Student initiated withdrawals after the census date | No refund of tuition fees. If you are using VET Student Loans, you will incur a HELP debt and your FEE HELP limit will be reduced. |
Fee-for service/commercial programs | |
Student initiated withdrawals – fee-for-service programs | Up to 5 days prior to course commencement Less than 5 days prior to course commencement |
If TAFE Gippsland cancels, or is unable to provide services you have prepaid for, you will be placed into an equivalent course where:
- the new location must be suitable to you
- you must receive the full services you prepaid for at no additional cost.
If we cancel a short course, 100% of fees will be refunded to you.
In cases where we cease to offer services, or you transfer to another Recognised Training Organisation and provide written proof of enrolment in the same qualification, 100% of fees for any units not started will be refunded.
Reconnect Program
The Reconnect Program is a Victorian Government initiative being delivered by TAFE Gippsland in partnership with Gippsland Employment Skills Training (GEST).
The Reconnect Program strives to support Victorians experiencing disadvantage. The program assists participants to overcome the barriers preventing them from engaging in education and training and provides support into further study or employment pathways.
The program provides an individualised service to each eligible participant to help them get back on track, build resilience and the capacity needed to successfully transition into formal learning and employment in a sustainable way.
Find out more about the Reconnect Program here
Funding for the Reconnect grant program is being provided by the Victorian Government, through the Department of Education and Training.