Essential skills for study success |
The Learning Skills Unit can help you develop essential skills for success in your studies. We can assist you with:
- How to write an essay or report
- Referencing and bibliographies
- Preparation for exams and test
- Numeracy and literacy
- Time management
- Giving presentations.
Support is available through one-on-one appointments, in-class workshops or open sessions in the library. For support, visit the Student Centre, download the timetable on myChisholm or contact us 03 9238 8140 learningskills@chisholm.edu.au my.Chisholm.edu.au/myServices |
Library services
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The Chisholm Library provides access to a range of resources along with a comfortable space to study. Our professional staff can assist you in finding information, help you connect to the Institute’s wi-fi service and provide assistance with assignment binding, laminating, photocopying, printing and scanning. Prefer to work from home? We also offer live, online support during business hours. Chisholm Frankston Library Building E 03 9238 8372 Chisholm Dandenong Library Building A, Level 2 03 9212 5353 Chisholm Berwick Library Building B 03 9212 4532 Chisholm Cranbourne Library Building A 03 5990 7226 Chisholm Mornington Peninsula Library Building A 03 5950 2038 Chisholm Bass Coast Library Building A 03 5671 2300
library@chisholm.edu.au library.chisholm.edu.au |
Disability support |
The disability support service assists students with disabilities to access a full range of educational opportunities. Support may include access to note-takers, alternative assessment arrangements, special equipment, in-class support, course material presented in an alternative format, interpreters for the deaf or special consideration. Support is negotiated on an individual basis, so contact a Disability Officer as early as possible prior to the commencement of classes. Download a copy of our Disability Action Plan 2012-2014 (Word - 40kb) |
Student advisory |
Student Advisory Services provide a range of services to support you both professionally and personally throughout your journey at Chisholm including:. - Careers and employment advice
- myJobs employment website
- Personal counselling
- Assistance for students with a disability
- Accommodation listings.
Support is available through workshops and one-on-one appointments, in person or by telephone. Student Centre - Chisholm Frankston Building J, Level 2 03 9238 8435 Student Centre - Chisholm Dandenong Building A, Ground Floor 03 9212 5269 careers@chisholm.edu.au counselling@chisholm.edu.au disabilitysupport@chisholm.edu.au my.Chisholm.edu.au/myServices |
Koorie services |
The Koorie Liaison Unit provides a link between services at Chisholm and Indigenous students, from course enrolment to completion. Support includes course advice and information, study and cultural support, scholarship information, ABSTUDY assistance, and access to careers and employment advice. The Koorie Liaison Unit is also available to advocate on behalf of students on most academic and cultural matters. Student Centre - Chisholm Frankston Building J, Level 2 Student Centre - Chisholm Dandenong Building A, Ground Floor 03 9238 8439 klo@chisholm.edu.au my.Chisholm.edu.au/myServices |
Student events and experiences |
At Chisholm we believe that being a student doesn’t need to be boring. The Student Liaison Unit provides a range of events, services and experiences that will help you make the most of the vibrant student life including: - Events
- Student Ambassador Program – volunteering opportunities
- Clubs and collectives
- Trips and tours program
- Cheap movie tickets
- Community fitness events
- Social sports
Student Centre - Chisholm Frankston Building J, Level 2 Student Centre - Chisholm Dandenong Building A, Ground Floor 03 9238 8101 SLU@chisholm.edu.au my.Chisholm.edu.au/myLife |
International student programs |
The International Student Programs Office is a place where international students can go if they need information, support or other assistance. International students should contact the office for: - Course transfer advice
- Letters for attendance or other letters for the Department of Immigration and Citizenship
- Leave or withdraw from your studies
- Changing or upgrading your Overseas Student Health Cover
- Changing your visa status
Chisholm Dandenong Building B, Room 101 03 9212 5057 international.admissions@chisholm.edu.au www.chisholm.edu.au/international |
Apprenticeship support |
Apprenticeship Support Officers (ASOs) provide free, confidential advice and assistance to first year apprentices under 25. Your ASO can help with work, training or personal issues that are coming between you and your apprenticeship. 03 9238 8540 ASO@chisholm.edu.au www.skills.vic.gov.au/apprenticeships |