Diversitat Training requires learners to pay a fee for it’s training services. If you are not eligible for a government subsidised training place you can still study at Diversitat Training and Fee for Service course fees and charges are calculated on a course-by-course basis, therefore please read the following information carefully before you enrol.

Enrolment Fees & Charges
Learners are required to pay a Tuition Contribution and a Learner Amenities Fee which are set by Diversitat
on a course-by-course basis. Fees are calculated at the time of each enrolment.  Any additional enrolment will attract the appropriate additional Tuition Contribution and Learner Amenities Fees. Tuition Contribution is the fee required for entry into a course and covers training delivery.Learner Amenities Fee contributes to the provision of Learner services such as kitchen and refreshment facilities, Learner activities and counseling. This fee may apply to training or further education except for courses where Learners are undertaking workplace training (Trainees) and do not attend classes at a Diversitat venue.  Learners may be charged $50.00 per course.
 
OTHER FEES
Materials Fee may be charged for course materials such as resources, handouts and text materials. 
Additional Expenses/Levies – Some courses have additional costs to cover course materials such as tools of trade, equipment, excursions etc.  Learners will be advised if these expenses apply to them prior to enrolment.

Certificate Charges
The cost of producing a certificate for completed courses is covered by the course fee.
However, there is a charge of $25.00 for re-issuing lost or damaged certificates.
 
Payment Of Fees
Course places WILL NOT be confirmed until fees or a deposit are received. Short Course Payments (less than 7 weeks) - Payment is required in full prior to commencement of course.Long Course Payments (7 weeks or longer) - At least 30% deposit is required prior to commencement of course. Once fees are paid (as per the above), enrolment is official.

Payment Options
Cash, cheque (with appropriate identification) or EFTPOS, at the Diversitat Training office.
Centre Point Arcade, 132 Little Malop Street, Geelong 3220. Interest free Direct Debit is the preferred option for payment plans. Credit card payments by phone will also be accepted after enrolment.

Payment By Installments
In cases of hardship or financial difficulty, Diversitat may negotiate a payment plan agreement.

Payment By A Third Party
If Learner fees are being met by a third party (eg Job Network Agency) then an Authority to Invoice
letter must be provided at the time of enrolment. If any employer or third party is paying Learner fees and charges, the Learner must provide a written authorisation form at the time of enrolment.  Employers will not be invoiced without a letter of authority.

Important Restrictions
Certificates and Statements of Attainment will not be issued until all fees are paid in full. NON-PAYMENT - Learners WILL NOT receive an award/certificate for a course until
all fees are paid in full. In cases of non-payment of course fees by instalments, Learners will not be permitted
to attend classes until the payment is received (unless a prior arrangement has
been agreed upon) Please Note: Missed classes may result in some units in a course being assessed as ‘Not Yet Competent’.

Recognition Of Prior Learning (RPL) 
RPL brochures and application forms containing a detailed explanation of procedures and fees are available from Diversitat Training or go to http://www.diversitat.org.au/services/training/programs-a-support 
These are applicable after the Learner has enrolled in a course.

Credit Transfer
Learners who successfully complete a unit/module at another training organisation, that is
identical to a Nationally Accredited unit/module offered at Diversitat, may apply for credit for
that unit/module. Learners must provide evidence at enrolment to prove that the unit/module was
successfully completed.For more information enquire at Diversitat Training or go to
http://www.diversitat.org.au/services/training/programs-a-support 

Refund Of Fees &/or Levies
Cancellation
Diversitat will refund all payments made by a Learner if the course is cancelled or  postponed by more than four weeks, unless alternative arrangements, acceptable to the Learner are made.  For example, you may wish to transfer your enrolment to the next available course. If the course is cancelled during delivery you are entitled to a full refund of the tuition fees, an appropriate amount of the student services and amenities fee, and fees for any materials that have not been used. Diversitat will refund all payments made by a Learner if the course is cancelled or postponed by more than four weeks, unless alternative arrangements, acceptable to the Learner are made.
Withdrawal
Refund of fees is NOT made automatically if a Learner withdraws.
To be eligible for a refund, Learners must complete, sign and return a ‘Withdrawal’ form.  
This form is available from Diversitat Training reception.
Long Courses (7 weeks or longer)
Learners who withdraw between enrolling course commencement may receive a full refund of the course fees.Learners who withdraw between commencement and four weeks after commencement may receive a refund of the course fees less a $50.00 administration fee. 
No refund will be given after four weeks from the commencement date. 
If extenuating circumstances apply and proof is received, a refund of some fees may be negotiated.
Short Courses (less that 7 weeks)
No refund will be given to Learners who withdraw 7 days or less before course commencement (or non-attendance) without proof of extenuating circumstances (eg. medical certificate).  If proof of extenuating circumstances is received, a refund of some fees may be negotiated.