Student Services
You have embarked on your TAFE journey towards the future you want and now we will do all we can to help you get there. We want your time here to be fun as well as rewarding. If you need help in anyway our Student Services teams are located at each campus and always have their open for you.
News & Events
Life as a student can be busy and there is certainly never a dull moment whilst you are on campus with lots of events held throughout the year. Events are a great way to meet other people and enjoy life on campus. See what is happening at your local campus.
Library Services
Services are available to students at all campuses. Libraries are located at our Geraldton and Northam campuses, with a range of online resources for all students no matter where you are studying from. Click below to access resources, catalogues, referencing help, subject guides and more.
Your online resources
You have a range of online systems and programs available to you during your studies. Set up your Office 365 account first and then you will be able to log in the other systems. Here is everything you need to know.
Office 365 - Student email
As a student you will have access to the full suite of Office 365 tools including, Outlook, Word, Excel, OneDrive and more. You will need to set up your account using your new TAFE login so all the tools are ready to go. Student passwords expire every 180 days - resetting will ensure you continue to have access to all online resources (including the student portal, Blackboard, and Office365).
All TAFE students, no matter what college or campus they are studying at will have one email service.
Your student email address is in the following format: yourstudentID@tafe.wa.edu.au e.g. G012345@tafe.wa.edu.au. This is the email address you will use to login to your free Office 365 account. Your account includes access to an Outlook email account, a OneDrive folder for file storage and access to the Office 365 suite of applications which are available from any computer or mobile device.
How to log in:
- Select the link above and the O365 login screen will display
- Enter your student email address in the following format: yourstudentID@tafe.wa.edu.au e.g. G012345@tafe.wa.edu.au
- Enter your password, this is the same password you use to login to the computer network and Student Portal
- For first time users the default password is your birth date in the following format tafewaddmmyyyy eg. tafewa01011980
- To view your email, select Outlook from the menu at the top right-hand corner of the screen
- To view your personal online storage, select OneDrive from the same menu
Guide to first time login (995 KB) (PDF document - opens in a new tab)
^ Please note that once you are no longer a currently enrolled student with Central Regional TAFE you will not have access to your Outlook account and email, including any items you may have saved in this account.
Please ask your lecturer for assistance.
Please note: that once you are no longer a currently enrolled student with Central Regional TAFE you will not have access to your Outlook account and email, including any items you may have saved in this account.
Student Portal
The Student Portal (also known as SMS or CiAnywhere) has everything you need to manage your studies. View your enrolment application, timetable, payment history and instalment plan details, course details, and academic records. You can also update your personal information, receive notices from us and access blackboard directly.
How to log in
1. Select the link above to enter the student portal.
2. Select 'Log on Using Office 365'
3. Enter your student email address (studentID@tafe.wa.edu.au)
4. Enter your password. This should be the same password as your current campus computer network account (Office 365 or Blackboard Password)
5. You may be prompted to enter a multi-factor authentication code (refer MFA setup guides below)
Microsoft Authenticator App
This app provides an additional level of security for your account. The app will keep your login authenticated for approximately 14 days before requiring that you authenticate again.
Download the relevant user guide below:
Set up Microsoft Authenticator App with a Phone and PC(opens in a new tab)
Set up Microsoft Authenticator App with only a Phone(opens in a new tab)
Set up Microsoft Office 365 authentication without the App(opens in a new tab)
General Guide to the student portal
There are different ways to apply depending on the course you have chosen.
Each course page will take you to where you need to go via the Apply Now beside your chosen location. From there, you will be automatically directed to how to apply. Check our Apply and Enrol page for more info.
If you need help visit our client services team on campus or get in touch with us:
Other resources
As a student you will also have access to a range of online learning and web conferencing platforms depending on the course you are studying. Your lecturer will let you know which ones are being used in your course.
How to log in
1. Select the link above and the Blackboard login screen will display.
2. Enter your CR TAFE student email (provided when you enrolled) - example studentnumber@tafe.wa.edu.au
3. Enter your password. This should be the same password as your current campus computer network account.
Accessing Your Course
1. Once logged in you will automatically be directed to your Home page.
2. The courses that you are enrolled in will be listed.
3. Select a course name to enter your course.
4. If you need help with anything in Blackboard, check the Help and Support Box.
How to Log In
1. Select the relevant link below and the Catapult login screen will display.
2. Enter your username, which is your student number.
3. Enter your password. This should be the same password as your current campus computer network account.
4. For first time users the default password is your birth date in the following format e.g. TafeDDMMYYYY
Accessing Your Course
- Read the Student Policy and tick if you agree. This will then lead you to the main page.
- You will see if you have access to the unit or units you are enrolled in.
Notes for WHS Users
- If you are enrolled in the whole course on line you need to begin with the following unit BSBWHS402A – Apply knowledge of legislation in the workplace
- If you are enrolled in just one or two units, you can proceed as you prefer
- You will need to complete all the assessment activities including:
- AT1 – formative assessment
- AT2 – summative knowledge assessment
- AT3 – projects/portfolio/documentation
- AT4 – Assessor demonstration/third party reports
- Any other assessment tasks that may be added as outlined by your lecturer.
GERALDTON CAMPUS LOGIN 
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Collaborate is a web conferencing platform used by our lecturers to deliver training to students studying off campus.
How to Log in
- Select the link above and the Blackboard Collaborate login screen will display.
- Enter your student email address in the following format: yourstudentID@tafe.wa.edu.au e.g. G012345@tafe.wa.edu.au
- Enter your password. This should be the same password as your current campus computer network account, unless advised otherwise by your lecturer.
Students enrolled with Central Regional TAFE have access to Microsoft's DreamSpark subscription service, providing free access to a range of Microsoft products including Windows, Office, Server and Development software packages.
How to Log In
- Select the link above and the DreamSpark WebStore page will display.
- Select the login link in the top right-hand corner.
- Enter your student ID number.
- Enter your password, this is the same password you use to login to the computer network.
- For first time users the default password is your birth date in the following format TafeDDMMYYYYeg. Tafe01011980
How to Log In
- You will receive an email confirmation about your enrolment in this online course. This will contain details about your specific login and password.
How to Log In
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Select the appropriate link above and the eCoach Virtual Campus login screen will display.
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Enter the login and password provided in the email sent to you. If you have forgotten it, please check with your Lecturer.
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LOGIN NOW (opens in a new tab)
Business
LinkedIn Learning is an online educational platform that will help you discover and develop business, technology-related, and creative skills through expert-led course videos.
How to Log in
Using a computer on campus
- Log into the CR TAFE computer with your student ID and password.
- Select the link above and the LinkedIn login screen will display.
- It will ask if you would like to proceed with an existing LinkedIn in account or create one. Select no.
- As long as you are already logged in with your student ID to a CR TAFE computer, you will be able to proceed through to the platform without signing in.
Using an external computer
- Select the link above and the LinkedIn login screen will display.
- Enter your TAFE email address and computer password.
- It will ask if you would like to proceed with an existing LinkedIn in account or create one. Select no.
- As long as you are already logged into the platform with your student email address and password you will be able to proceed.
Microsoft Imagine Academy helps bridge the skills gap by providing institutions the curriculum for technology education and learning tools that will enable students and educators to achieve success. Some of our on-line learning is delivered through this on-line learning platform.
How to Log In
- Select the link above and the Microsoft Imagine Academy page will display.
- Select the Sign in button and click on Office 365 account.
- Enter your student email address in the following format: yourstudentID@tafe.wa.edu.au e.g. 051231231@tafe.wa.edu.au
- Enter your password, this is the same password you use to login to the computer network and Student Portal.
- For first time users the default password is your birth date in the following format TafeDDMMYYYY eg. Tafe01011980
Having trouble logging into the above online resources?
- If you cannot login, first check with your lecturer to confirm you have been enrolled in your online course.
- If you are not enrolled your lecturer will then arrange for you to be added.
- If you are enrolled and cannot login you will need to have your password reset. Contact your Lecturer to have it reset.
- If you are having trouble with your course materials or sessions please contact your Lecturer.
- Please write your password down somewhere handy. TIP - save it in your phone
Quick links
Please remember that your login details for the Student Portal of TAFE in WA is simply your student ID. For Office365, your login is yourstudentID@tafe.wa.edu.au.
If you have forgotten your password, you can use the password manager to reset your password for both Office 365 and Student Portal.
NOTE Student passwords expire EVERY 90 days. This affects all systems including Blackboard, Office365 (student email) and student portal.
Guide to password reset options: here(opens in a new tab)
We want to hear from you. Surveys are conducted throughout the year and general feedback is always welcome. More information including links and forms can be found below:
Need Help?
If you have any trouble with accessing or using the Student Portal, help is on hand. Get in touch with our team.
Contact Details
1800 672 700
info@crtafe.wa.edu.au
Be sure to include your preferred contact phone number in your email so we can call you.