RuralBiz Training delivers a range of qualifications that may be subsidised by State Governments. Subsidies help eligible students reduce the cost of training.
Funding arrangements vary between states. The information below outlines the eligibility requirements, student obligations, fees and key conditions for NSW Smart and Skilled.
NSW Smart and Skilled provides eligible NSW residents with access to fee subsidies for approved qualifications.
Eligibility
You may be eligible if you:
- are aged 15 or older
- are no longer at secondary school
- live or work in NSW (or an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person living in specific defined interstate NSW border areas)
- are an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen
- the holder of a valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) or an applicant for one.
Further eligibility rules may apply based on qualification level, previous study and individual circumstances.
You can check eligibility on the NSW Government website
Fees
- Student fees are set by the NSW Government.
- Your exact fee will be confirmed prior to finalising your enrolment.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer may change the student fee.
- Concessions, exemptions or fee-free places may apply.
- The NSW Smart and Skilled Fee Administration policy is available here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/resources/smart-and-skilled-fee-administration-policy
Refer to RuralBiz Training Course Fees & Subsidies document for a list of approved qualifications and an estimate of your student fee for each qualification should you be eligible for a NSW Smart and Skilled course fee subsidy.
Consumer Protection
RuralBiz Training complies with the NSW Smart and Skilled Consumer Protection Strategy.
If you have a concern, you may contact:
Email: admin@ruralbiztraining.com.au | Phone: 02 6884 8812
Withdrawal and Deferral
If you withdraw or defer, there may be changes to your student fee and subsidy.
Full details are available in our Refunds Policy and Student Handbook.
For full details of fees, refunds, consumer protections and student responsibilities, please refer to:
Additional information can be found on the NSW Smart and Skilled website: https://skills.education.nsw.gov.au/
ENROLMENT PROCESS
- Online enrolment form: You are required to enrol online via our website into your chosen course of study. This enrolment includes the collection of details such as your USI, identity documents, government data collection details, Centrelink/concessions, prior education and whether you wish to apply for government-subsidised training, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or credit transfer. You will need to provide consent and other declarations.
- Pre-enrolment chat: We will have a brief discussion with you to ensure you meet the entry requirements for your chosen course. During this call, we will ask about your farm access and enquire about any learning goals or special needs.
- Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) assessment: You will need to complete an online LLN assessment to ensure you have the necessary literacy and numeracy skills to successfully complete the qualification you've applied for.
- Fee subsidies and scholarships: We will check your eligibility for any available course fee subsidies or scholarships.
- Course fee and payment options: You will be informed of your course fee and provided with payment options.
- Unit selection and training plan: We will assist you in selecting your units and creating a training plan tailored to your needs.
- Online learning account and textbooks: Your account will be set up in RuralBiz Online and any textbooks required for your first unit will be mailed to you.
This process usually takes 1-2 weeks. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact our office at 02 6884 8812 or email us at admin@ruralbiztraining.com.au.
For more details, including VET Student Loans and learning support, please review our Student Handbook.
For more details on USI, visit: https://www.usi.gov.au/students