Extension Requests
The close of study date varies depending on the duration of the course. If you are unsure of your close of study date, please refer to your Confirmation of Enrolment email, contact LTi or your Trainer.
We trust that you are progressing steadily toward completing your studies by this date, and we congratulate you for your efforts. If you need more time to complete your studies, you will need to apply for an extension before your end of study date. Simply fill in the below form, and make the appropriate payment.
Standard Extension fees
Note: In an effort to encourage students to continue and complete, we have recently lowered our extension fees. Please note that fees may be subject to change from time to time. Current fees are displayed below.
Students within Australia or Online / Distance:
We trust that you are progressing steadily toward completing your studies by this date, and we congratulate you for your efforts. If you need more time to complete your studies, you will need to apply for an extension before your end of study date. Simply fill in the below form, and make the appropriate payment.
Standard Extension fees
Note: In an effort to encourage students to continue and complete, we have recently lowered our extension fees. Please note that fees may be subject to change from time to time. Current fees are displayed below.
Students within Australia or Online / Distance:
- Switch from full-time to part-time = free if within the part-time enrolment time frame
- 3 months extension - $300 (or 12 x weekly payments of $32.50 = $390)
- 6 months extension - $500 (or 20 x weekly payments of $32.50 = $650)
Extension fees are payable in advance. A full refund will apply if your extension request is not approved.
Off-shore International Students:
Why is there a fee for extending?
When you're actively enrolled with us, it's like occupying a seat in a virtual classroom. There are costs associated with having active students, including employing our great Trainers, who can only look after a limited number of students at one time.
Off-shore International Students:
- Switch from full-time to part-time = free if within the part-time enrolment time frame
Why is there a fee for extending?
When you're actively enrolled with us, it's like occupying a seat in a virtual classroom. There are costs associated with having active students, including employing our great Trainers, who can only look after a limited number of students at one time.
Study Loads & Timeframes:
CERTIFICATE IV - If extending as a full-time student, you can only remain as a full-time student until 18 months from your start of study date. The standard part-time enrolment period for the Course is 18 months. If you are extending beyond 18 months from your start of study date then an extension fee is applicable.
DIPLOMA - If extending as a full-time student, you can only remain as a full-time student until 24 months from your start of study date. The standard part-time enrolment period for the Course is 24 months. If you are extending beyond 24 months from your start of study date then an extension fee is applicable.
CERTIFICATE IV - If extending as a full-time student, you can only remain as a full-time student until 18 months from your start of study date. The standard part-time enrolment period for the Course is 18 months. If you are extending beyond 18 months from your start of study date then an extension fee is applicable.
DIPLOMA - If extending as a full-time student, you can only remain as a full-time student until 24 months from your start of study date. The standard part-time enrolment period for the Course is 24 months. If you are extending beyond 24 months from your start of study date then an extension fee is applicable.
Centrelink recipients - please note:
If you are receiving Centrelink study benefits, then changing to part-time might affect your eligibility to continue receiving those benefits. You may wish to stay as a full-time student, but extend your enrolment period (please note the maximum full-time enrolment periods above). If you are concerned about how your payments may be affected, we recommend you contact Centrelink to discuss your situation. It is your responsibility to inform Centrelink of any changes to your enrolment.
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