Short Courses Australia students receiving learning support
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Need Support? We’re Here to Help

At Short Courses Australia, we understand that life can sometimes present challenges that may affect your studies.

Whether you need learning support, wellbeing assistance, accessibility adjustments or simply have questions about your course, our team is here to help.

Students are encouraged to seek support as early as possible so we can work together to provide the assistance they need.

Student Assistance

How We Support Students

SCA is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Learning Support

  • Learning and study support
  • Course and assessment assistance
  • Language, literacy and numeracy support
  • Digital literacy support

Wellbeing and Inclusion

  • Wellbeing support and guidance
  • Cultural support and inclusion
  • A safe and respectful learning environment
  • Referrals to external support services

Accessibility and Enrolment

  • Accessibility and reasonable adjustments
  • Flexible arrangements where appropriate
  • Student Portal assistance
  • Enrolment support

Support Options

Support Throughout Your Learner Journey

Support is available during enrolment and throughout your course. Please speak with our team as soon as possible if something is affecting your ability to participate in training.

Request Support

Your wellbeing is important to your success as a student. If personal, emotional, social, health, cultural or wellbeing concerns are affecting your ability to participate in training, we encourage you to speak with us.

Our team can:

  • Discuss your situation confidentially
  • Provide guidance and support
  • Connect you with available services
  • Assist with referrals to appropriate external organisations where required

SCA is committed to providing accessible and inclusive training. Support may include:

  • Reasonable adjustments
  • Additional learning support
  • Accessibility assistance
  • Flexible training arrangements where appropriate
  • Language, literacy and numeracy support
  • Referral to specialist support services

If you require support, please let us know during enrolment or at any time throughout your course.

We welcome students from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, respected and supported.

SCA values:

  • Diversity
  • Inclusion
  • Accessibility
  • Cultural safety
  • Respect for all learners

We support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and encourage learners to discuss any cultural considerations or support needs with our team.

External Assistance

External Support Services

If you need additional support, the following confidential services may be helpful.

Lifeline

Free, confidential crisis support available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Beyond Blue

Mental health information, advice and support for anxiety, depression and wellbeing.

Need Help?

We’re here to support you throughout your learner journey.