The Commonwealth Prac Payment is designed to alleviate the financial pressures associated with unpaid placements. Program guidelines are currently being developed by the Department of Education in collaboration with education providers.
Who is eligible?
You may be eligible for the Commonwealth Prac Payment if you are:
- A domestic Chisholm student enrolled in a Chisholm Bachelor of Nursing or Diploma of Nursing.
- Completing a mandatory placement as part of your course.
- Receiving a Centrelink payment or meeting the Government's "Need to work"
To find out more about eligibility, visit the Commonwealth Prac Payment website.
When is this available?
From 1 July, 2025.
How much is available?
$331.65 per week (benchmarked to the single Austudy rate).
How do I apply?
Domestic Chisholm students enrolled in a Chisholm Bachelor of Nursing or Diploma of Nursing who are completing placement hours on or after 1 July 2025 can apply for the Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP).
You will need to gather your eligibility evidence, including citizenship, enrolment, placement dates, income, and log in to Your Career portal via MyGov to submit your application and await the assessment outcome.
Bachelor of Nursing students: Please visit La Trobe University's website for further information on how to apply, including any additional steps or requirements specific to your course.
Find out more about how you can apply at the Australian Government's Your Career website.
