Centrelink Assistance
Charter Australia is the Approved Provider by the Department of Human Services for Student Payments from the Centrelink. Payment categories include:
- Austudy and Abstudy
- Education Entry Payment
- Training Supplement
- Pensioner Education Supplement
To check your eligibility, please contact Centrelink or your Job Services Provider and provide the course name which you wish to enrol. Please quote Charter Australia's Approved Provider Code "2R198".
Austudy and Abstudy
Austudy and Abstudy are forms of government financial assistance that provide fortnightly payments to eligible students enrolled to study in approved courses. All Charter Australia's qualification courses are Austudy- and Abstudy-approved. You will need to apply directly to your Centrelink or Job Service Agency office to receive these benefits. They'll also be able to provide you with details on eligibility requirements.
Education Entry Payment
For information regarding Education Entry Payment, visit the Human Services website, call one of our course advisors on 02-9955 5881 or click here for further information regarding Education Entry Payment.
Pensioner Education Supplement
The Pensioner Education Supplement (PES) is a tax-free payment of up to $62.40 per fortnight to help with the costs of full-time or part-time study. You may be eligible for assistance if you are enrolled in an approved course and currently receive a Youth Allowance, Carer Payment, Disability Support Pension, Parenting Payment or Newstart Allowance.
Visit the Human Services website, call one of our course advisors on 02-9955 5881or click here for further information regarding Pensioner Education Support.
