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Support and equipment to help you study
Studying at University
Studying at TAFE SA
Training and apprenticeships
Other learning options
The transition from study to work
Complaints
If you need support or equipment to study, you can plan these with your learning provider to make sure they are in place before you start your course. Some examples of support include:
- modifications to classrooms and study areas
- provision of equipment
- communication systems or information provision
- course materials in alternative formats
- alternative assessments or examinations
- a private room for undertaking exams.
For more information see:
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Studying at University
See the South Australian university websites below to search for courses or to view the contact details of staff who can provide support for people with disabilities.
A resource for students with a disability can be found on the Get Ready for Uni website. Information includes:
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TAFE SA provides support for people with disabilities. For details of
who to contact to access support at TAFE or to
search for TAFE courses online see the TAFE SA website.
A guide for students with a disability is provided by TAFE SA. This guide includes information about:
- the enrolment process
- different study options
- your role and the supports available
- your rights.
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Training and apprenticeships
Gaining more skills through study, training and apprenticeships is a great way to increase your employment prospects. For free advice and support to help you find a study option:
For more information see Vocational education and training.
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Other learning options
If you are interested in short courses, a WEA course guide is provided on their website and copies are distributed in your local Messenger newspaper several times a year.
Search for information on training, qualifications, short-courses, and registered training organisations by using the National Training Information Service (NTIS) website. A guide to using the NTIS website is provided by NTIS.
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Support with the transition from study to work
Information on the transition from study to work can be found on the JobAccess website. For more information:
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Complaints
If you feel you are being discriminated against by your education provider see Making a complaint.
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This site
University and higher education
Other websites
Things to consider before finding a course - SATAC
Higher education planning guide - Australian Disability Clearinghouse on Education and Training
Benefits and payments - students with disabilities - Australian Disability Clearinghouse on Education and Training
Student housing program - Department for Families and Communities