Acknowledgement of Country
Central Regional TAFE respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country where all of our campuses and learning activities take place and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
We also respectfully acknowledge the Country, family and cultural values of all our Aboriginal students who travel to learn with us.
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Student Support
At Central Regional TAFE, we want to support and engage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in our local communities to achieve their full potential.
We are here to help you achieve your goals.
Whatever your goals are, we want to help you get there. Take a course with us and open the door to exciting career opportunities and an empowered future.
Our friendly Aboriginal Student Support Services staff are here for you, and can help you with anything to do with studying or training with CR TAFE, including:
- Aboriginal Cultural Professional Development
- Aboriginal Designated Placement Program
- Aboriginal Student Scholarships Program
- Aboriginal Tuition and Mentoring Program
- ABSTUDY and Centrelink matters
- Case management
- Child care information
- Cultural matters and personal issues
- Employment, career pathways and planning
- Fee debt payment options & advice (i.e. investigate options such as Native Title Funding)
- First point of contact for Aboriginal students
- Healthy Tucker Program
- Inductions for students
- Referrals to external support agencies
- Training advice and guidance
Customised Courses and Services
We offer a range of flexible programs for Aboriginal people as they work towards their career and employment goals.
Central Regional TAFE has an Aboriginal Designated Placement Program which means we offer a range of courses with designated places for Aboriginal students. To be eligible, you will have to meet the course entry requirements but won’t be required to apply through the official TAFE Admissions application process.
Aboriginal Learning Centre
The Aboriginal Learning Centre is at the physical and cultural heart of our Geraldton Campus. The centre is a welcoming learning space and provides support for Aboriginal students to fulfil their career and learning potential.
The centre also plays a crucial role in sharing Aboriginal culture with the TAFE as a whole. Throughout the year it holds social, cultural and educational activities and events for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people.
Financial Help
Are you keen to study or undergo training but aren’t sure how you will pay for it? You might qualify for financial help, flexible payment solutions or a scholarship. At Central Regional TAFE, we want training to be affordable and accessible for everyone. Read more about the financial solutions we offer here.
As an Aboriginal student, you might be eligible for ABSTUDY from Centrelink which is financial help from the government. Learn more about applying for ABSTUDY on the Centrelink website(opens in a new tab) .
Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
Central Regional TAFE is committed to supporting the mental and physical wellbeing of our students.
For more information on support:
Contact Us
Get in touch and speak with one of our friendly Student Support Services team members today.