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There are a number of documents applicants should be familiar with prior to and during the application process. These are available to download:
Guides
- Application Assistance Pack (
PDF 981KB | 
RTF 1.36MB)
Note: the completed Application Assistance Pack should be uploaded in VITS prior to submission of the application
- VET FEE-HELP IT System (VITS) Electronic Information Guide – Application Submission
( PDF 2.2MB | RTF 457KB)
Mandatory Forms
Optional Templates
Financial Requirements
- VET FEE-HELP Financial Viability Instructions for Applicants January 2012
( PDF 416KB | 
DOCX 174KB)
- Financial Ratio Analysis Workbook January 2012 (
XLSX 879KB)
Information
The Handbook explains the rules and procedures associated with administering VET FEE HELP. It is not an exhaustive summary of all obligations which apply to providers or prospective providers. Therefore, providers and prospective providers must also carefully consider the requirements of HESA, the guidelines and any determinations and should not solely rely on the Handbook. The Handbook is a living document that is updated on a regular basis.
The Handbook should be read in conjunction with HESA (especially Schedule 1A), guidelines and any determinations for VET FEE-HELP. These are the primary sources of the requirements with which providers must comply. Relevant sections and clauses of HESA, the guidelines and determinations are referenced throughout the Handbook. However, if there is any inconsistency between the content of the Handbook and the provisions of HESA and the guidelines, the provisions of HESA and the guidelines will prevail.
Legislation and Guidelines
The VET Provider Guidelines cover the following:
- VET credit transfer arrangements
- VET tuition assurance requirements
- Particular requirements for certain VET providers
- Fair treatment and equal benefits and opportunity
- Student grievance and review procedures
- Publication and other requirements for VET tuition fees
These guidelines are legislative instruments made under subclause 99(1) of Schedule 1A of the HESA. They use the language of HESA in order to avoid any misinterpretation or inconsistency with the Act.
The VET FEE-HELP Guidelines cover the following:
- Entitlement to VET FEE-HELP assistance
- VET credit transfer arrangements
These guidelines are legislative instruments made under subclause 99(1) of Schedule 1A of the HESA. They use the language of HESA in order to avoid any misinterpretation or inconsistency with the Act.
The VET Administration Guidelines cover the following:
- Notice to Students
- Publication requirements for census dates
- Electronic communication
These guidelines are legislative instruments made under subclause 99(1) of Schedule 1A of the HESA. They use the language of HESA in order to avoid any misinterpretation or inconsistency with the Act.