We are committed to ensuring students have the best possible experience, both in and out of the classroom. Our wide range of student support services help with the seamless adjustment to life in a new city and ensure students develop both academically and socially.
National College of Vocational Education
Registered Training Organisation RTO90283 & International School CRICOS 03686G
Our support services include:
- Student Orientation
- Academic Counselling
- Welfare Counselling
- Work Skills Workshops
- Student Activities
Student Orientation
Settling in to student life at NVCE beings with an orientation session that takes place on day one. The program includes:
- welcome – tea and coffee
- get to know each other – ask and answer simple questions
- registration
- introduction to NCVE
- timetable for the day
- placement test: grammar, reading and writing
- personal ‘speaking’ interview with the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Manager
- personal study plan
- overview of courses, assessment, attendance and counselling
- familiarisation tour of the local area and the city
- class placement and books.
We also provide practical information at orientation, including:
- transport options and how to get a GO Card
- nearest doctor, dentist and other medical practitioners
- how to open an Australian bank account
- how to get an Australian SIM card or phone
- how to access the library
- places and attractions to visit
- information about NCVE’s student activities
- information about our student support services.
Our Student Services staff are available any time to discuss any issues or information, and to assist with settling in to life in Australia.
We are here to help you
Academic Counselling
As part of your study program, regular academic counselling sessions will be scheduled in your course. In addition to these sessions, you can meet with a member of our Academic Management Team at any time to discuss any issues relating to your course or future study.
We also hold monthly career information sessions for students to explore future study options and other available pathways.
Welfare Counselling
If you feel unhappy for any reason – be it academic, personal or social – we can provide confidential one-on-one counselling. If we’re unable to solve the challenge you face, we can arrange further professional assistance from the experienced counsellors and psychologists at the Australian Centre for Emotionally Focused Therapy Clinic, ACEFT Morningside, to help get you back on track.
Work Skills Workshops
As a student studying in Australia, you may be eligible to work part-time. Our WorkSkills workshops assist our students to find work. The workshops cover topics including:
- preparing your resume and cover letter
- searching for jobs online
- interview skills
- careers information sessions.
Social Activities
We offer students a range of opportunities to get social with friends, both new and old, through NCVE Social, our social calendar. We host BBQs by the pool, visits to local markets and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, cultural centre days and shows, bike rides around Brisbane, walk and talk groups, weekly NCVE Chatsessions, and abseiling and rock climbing activities at Kangaroo Point. We also organise day trips and weekends away to local tourist destinations including the Gold Coast, including its theme parks, Currumbin Valley, Mt Tamborine, Springbrook National Park, Noosa, the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Moreton Island and Fraser Island.
See below the upcoming Social Calendar – speak with our Student Support Staff or Brisbane Reception to book your place at any of these events.
RTO 90283 | CRICOS 03686G
NCVE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and recognises their connection to land, water and community.
We pay our respects to them and their cultures, and to Elders, past, present and emerging.