Student support
ACE Network Member courses
Course options and support is also available via our network members. The organisations below provide students with a disability, the supports needed to enable them to study. Both accredited and non-accredited course options are available.
For further information on course options call:
- Disability Employment Action Centre (DEAC) Ph: 9650 2533
- Gawith Villa Ph: 9509 4266
- Vision Australia (formerly RVIB, RBS of NSW and Vision Australia Foundation) Ph: 9520 5555
- Yooralla Society Of Victoria Ph: 9916 5800
Local government support for people with disabilities.
- Metro Access and Rural Access workers are a new state government initiative that has employed people across local government and regional shires. Metro Access and Rural Access workers have varied roles but may provide support to individuals or groups looking to access Neighbourhood Houses or Community Centres.
- Local councils also have staff and programs that may assist with access to education, training or other services. Access your local government web site for further information
Post secondary support for students in the tertiary sector
Regional Disability Liaison Officers (RDLO's) and Disability Coordination Officers (DCO's) can provide direct support, information and advocacy to students seeking assistance to access courses.
Enhancing post secondary education, training and employment opportunities for people with a disability is a key government objective .
RDLO's and DCO's have a national web site that has contact details and much more on this.
The RDLO or DCO in your area can help you to access the following services:
- Information & advice on post-school options, supports & services.
- Assistance in understanding the transition to post-secondary education and training, and to employment.
- Links with appropriate people to help you plan for and make a successful entry into further study and employment.
- Advocacy to improve your region's services