At CAL, we recognise and understand that every student is different and no one payment option will suit everyone. That is why we offer flexible payment options to suit every budget. With no hidden fees, you can be sure we are here to support you through your learning journey.
We are committed to helping students achieve their goals through tailored learning journeys, unparalleled support and flexibility to work with our students to ensure you can complete your course successfully.
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We offer transparent payments plans as well as discounted upfront options for our courses, and you will see your complete schedule of fees before you make a payment.
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We understand that your circumstances may change, so we make sure we keep our payment options flexible to suit you – they can be adjusted throughout your studies.
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Our 30-day cooling off period gives time to try out your CAL course course. If you find the course isn’t right for you in the first 30 days, we will return your course fees, less a small $250 administration fee.
LEARN MORE We understand that you need straightforward course fees. We offer transparent payments plans as well as discounted upfront options for our courses, and you will see your complete schedule of fees before you make a payment. We also keep our administrative fees simple; we don’t aim to make a profit by catering to our students’ needs, we just do it. Our payment plans are transparent – what you see is what you get. There are no hidden fees, no variable interest rates and payments aren’t indexed or income-based. Once you set up the direct debit, you know exactly how much you pay and when. Unlike many other providers, we believe in fairness and accessibility, not profiting from excessive administrative fees. You’re not charged extra for RPL, you won’t incur credit transfer fees and you can resubmit your assessments without any penalty. We also have fair deferral and extension options to help you get qualified with confidence, on your own terms. If you’re in a position to pay your fees upfront, we’ll help you with an extra discount. By electing to pay upfront deposit of $1495, you can save up to an extra 13.5% on your total course costs. When you study with CAL, you can be assured that we are committed to helping you achieve your career goals. Unlike our competitors, we do not charge expensive fees for RPL, course transfers, or your first six-month extension. Our purpose is to support you in the way that you need, throughout your entire learning journey and help you achieve your qualification. Our students have ever-changing needs and circumstances so we make sure we keep our payment options flexible to suit you. Simply let us know if your circumstances, change and we can adjust your plan to meet your needs. We understand that life happens and your circumstances can changes drastically and quickly, for better or worse. That’s why we work with you to make sure the payment plan is right for you at all stages. If you’re planning on studying later in the year but would like to lock in an offer or kickstart your payment plan, we can set you up with a deferred start date within three months from registration date. This means that you can start paying off your course straight away, then pick up the study once you have the time to dedicate. We want to recognise you for your existing knowledge and skills. Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) is an efficient way for already competent professionals to achieve a qualification faster. Unlike other RTOs, we do not charge an application fee for RPL or a fee per unit for RPL. At CAL, we will work with you to find a pathway that’s best suited to your career goals. This is why we offer zero fees for course transfers for our students. To accommodate to our students’ busy lives, we offer one free 90-day deferral, and we also offer one free six-month extension. To help our students continue on their learning journey, we offer one free six-month extension to ensure they’re in the best position to complete their course. If you still need more time after this, we can assist you with further paid extensions. Our direct debits plans and upfront payments are all handled by Westpac, we don’t store any of your payment details on our side. As one of Australia’s leading banks, you can be sure you’re in safe hands. We take the time to get to know you to make sure that our courses are the right path for you before you jump in. Because we take that extra step to meet our students, we can be confident that you will succeed in your online studies. You’ll have 30 days to try out your course so you can be sure you’ve made the right choice. If you happen to find that your course just isn’t what you’re after in the first 30 days, we will return your course fees, less a small administration fee. Discover why 93% of students surveyed would recommend our courses to friends and coworkers:
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Natasha S.08:52 25 May 26Studying with CAL was a great experience. I did struggle with motivation and getting back into study but they(the coaches) were there all along. They have so many support options and are really flexible and want you to succeed. Some of the content links - in the learning modules I studied - reference reading material going back many years but still relevant and useful.
Petehr R.01:35 19 May 26I am currently in the early stages of completing my Double Diploma in Business Operations and Administration Management through the College for Adult Learning, and my experience so far has been extremely positive. The course material is well-structured, engaging, and highly relevant to the workplace.What has stood out most to me is the level of support available from the instructors and support staff. Living with Parkinson’s Disease presents its own daily challenges, and the team at CAL has been genuinely understanding, compassionate, and accommodating of my study needs and requirements. Their professionalism and willingness to assist have made a meaningful difference to my learning experience.I would highly recommend the College for Adult Learning to anyone looking to further their education in a supportive and flexible learning environment.
gardinerkevinpaul02:03 04 May 26Covered everything that has helped me with all the content, alot of information to read and reference back to. Some modules I found easy based on my role and others I really had to put the extra effort into it, but the content covered that information, I was must impressed by the simulations as it gave me the opportunity to demonstrate my knowledge, and I became better with each simulation. Well planned out course would recommend to my fellow team members. I would like to personally thank Tom Skrzecz for his guidance in my simulation preparation and delivery very helpful and very knowledgeable.
Chris G.23:32 03 May 26You get to study at your own pace & there’s a lot of support
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Thura Z.22:15 10 Apr 26I am pursuing double diploma program at CAL. Course Materials are awesome. Flexibility in study plan ensures my study-life balace. Teaching and admin staff are just a call away and are very supportive. The knowledge obtained from the industry-oriented materials equips me more confidence with extended skillset for my career goals. I highly recommed to study with CAL.
Kelly R.02:40 09 Apr 26the college of adult learning have been very supportive. I wasn't sure if I would be able to do this course, the course advisors guided me through step by step and help me pick the right course for me to study. I found it hard to get started as I am 48 yrs old and haven't studied for many years. the student advisors are quick to reply to my emails are very helpful at getting me on the right track. you can also schedule a call from student advisor for what time and day suits you. If you are not very good with computers, they will also help you with this. The student advisors send you weekly updates of how you are tracking, they also set you up with a study plan that will fit into your busy life and help you to complete the diploma in the required time frame. I work full time, 40 hrs weekly. I am studying a double diploma, and I have 3 children. The study plan they have created fits perfectly into my busy life. I recommend college of adult learning to anyone that wants to further their career or change their career path, like me.
Jasmine K.23:13 05 Apr 26Studying at CAL makes learning very simple.. ive only been studying for a short time and am loving it!!!
Tina S.04:07 24 Mar 26I had no problem with them, easy to work with, and love the support
Barbora G.00:21 24 Mar 26I had a really positive experience studying with the College for Adult Learning. The online content was clear, well-structured and easy to follow, which made it manageable to study alongside work. The assessors were supportive and provided helpful feedback throughout. Overall, a great option for flexible, practical learning.
Ramy H.22:43 21 Mar 26An exceptional experience from start to finish. The level of personal support and genuine care for student success at CAL is truly rare. I felt empowered and guided every step of the way. Highly recommended
Wade B.02:57 28 Feb 26I am currently doing m project management diploma and i am very impressed with the course content and how it has all been set up. the support from the staff and assessors has been amazing, i would definitely recommend CAL for anyone looking to further their careers.
Allan C.04:52 26 Feb 26I found the course to be very good in learning the actual requirements of CERT IV WHS the layout and scenarios of the units helped me to become far more knowledgeable and professional. The staff were incredibly helpful in every step. Sherrice Robinson Has so much knowledge and is a wonderful Trainer to work with .
Pejman Razavi (.00:43 25 Feb 26I had a great experience with The College for Adults. The course was very informative and well structured, and the team was incredibly helpful, friendly, and supportive throughout. They were always approachable and happy to assist whenever I had questions. I would highly recommend this college to anyone looking to upskill in a supportive learning environment.
K A00:24 13 Feb 26I was initially reluctant and cautious about returning to study as an adult learner, but CAL has made the experience genuinely positive. The support provided across multiple platforms has been consistent and accessible, and there is always reliable contact available for questions or clarification. The guidance and responsiveness have made returning to learning much more manageable and encouraging.I highly recommend CAL.
Pedram S.01:17 11 Feb 26The course was thoughtfully designed and highly effective, with well-structured assessments that significantly enhanced my learning. Combined with the excellent support and guidance provided by the training team, it created a truly engaging and memorable experience for me.Thank you.
meenakshi S.00:16 10 Feb 26I had a very positive learning experience completing the Double Diploma of Compliance and Business Management with CAL. The course content was well-structured, relevant, and practical, making it easy to apply learning to real workplace scenarios. The trainers were highly knowledgeable, supportive, and always approachable, providing clear guidance and timely feedback throughout the course. The learning management system was user-friendly, and the overall processes were smooth and well organised. The resources provided were comprehensive and up to date, which greatly supported my learning. I would highly recommend CAL for their quality education and strong learner support.
william T.00:00 09 Feb 26The college has been great in both the support it provides and the content of the study.
Juliana A.04:17 05 Feb 26I've been doing the Diploma in WHS and I find it very thorough, easy to follow and understand. The assessor is very knowledgeable and fair, easy to talk to. The school offers easy payments and you can do your course at your own pace. I'm very please with the product and the service. Highly recommend!
Brenton S.12:15 03 Feb 26Tracy was incredibly helpful and really took the time to understand my situation and my goals. She made choosing the right course so much easier for me and left me feeling confident in my course decision. I’d highly recommend CAL for your future studies!
MARTIN A.01:37 30 Jan 26CAL is an excellent learning platform for career development. The Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety is designed to help students gain professional experience through simulation videos and interactive learning sessions.
Anita L.22:51 29 Jan 26When I first started my Cert. IV, I felt so overwhelmed with my first learning pack. By participating in initial zoom calls to support new students and reaching out and having scheduled calls from coaches to support me - I quickly found that I was not alone, not the only mature aged student that was terrified and that there was not judgement only support to help me succeed and that I had access to whatever support I needed, I just had to reach out. Building relationships with coaches and allowing them to help me has seen me successful in completing learning packs. I would recommend anyone study with CAL - Your limitations are only placed on yourself by you. The Centre for Adult Learning and the coaches all want to see you succeed. You too can be on that path.
jayden G.02:07 23 Jan 26I completed the Cert IV in WHS through CAL. I found the assessor’s and coaches to be extremely helpful in completing assessments, with the ability to book coaching calls on Zoom when help was required, including some weekend availability to fit study around my work schedule. I also enjoy the assessment call booking system that is used as it allowed me to book assessment simulation Zoom Calls ahead of time, creating a deadline for myself to complete assignments which helped me complete the certificate much quicker than expected. The assessor’s provide helpful feedback on assignments and are very transparent if something needs to be revised. The course has difficult aspects, however I believe it is possible for anyone to complete if they are determined, especially with the help of assessors. All the information needed to complete assignments is easily accessed through the modules, with a small portion of internet research needed to complete assignments. I absolutely recommend completing study through CAL, and I will be sure to go through CAL again should I choose to complete another certificate/diploma.
Jayden B.02:04 23 Jan 26Great teachers, great material, great experience.
Jeffrey Fortuna H.10:17 19 Jan 26Studying Double Diploma in Quality Audit + Business (Compliance) with CAL and it has been one of the best decisions I've made. If you are busy with work and life commitments, CAL is the best place for you if you are looking to study. It caters for busy people in mind. Support is readily available for you, whenever you need it. I highly recommend CAL to anyone who wants to take the next step in their career.
Sisi R.01:20 19 Jan 26I am happy to share that I have made a right choice for choosing CAL for studying my Certificate IV in project support course. The coaches are very helpful. Specially I want to thank my coaches Nasser Babee & Tom Skrzecz for guiding me throughout the course. Without their support, its not an easy task to complete my course .Thank You
Palka P.14:15 15 Jan 26I spoke to Tracey from the student support team, and she was very supportive and positive throughout our interaction. She also very patiently detailed all my options in order for me to complete my courses. Truly thankful for the support I was provided!
Mario B.22:19 11 Jan 26Words cannot express the feeling of acceptance, and encouragement I have received from College of Adult Learning!After 30 years is sought to study again! Pursuing a new career path and preparing for it seemed daunting and discouraging until I found CAL.Staff and Student faculty are so great with us newbies.I highly recommend their services.
Sharare Q.04:10 15 Dec 25At the beginning of this journey, I felt too much fear but after passing 3 months studying, I see myself in a new field of job & too much understanding about this field. Thank you Team🙏😊
Dephney E.02:14 15 Dec 25I love that the lessons were easy to comprehend and if we needed help we could reach out to the coaches for help if needed and the fact that it’s self paced made it easier for me to fit it to my schedule.
Lisa F.00:06 10 Dec 25I’ve had a great experience with The College for Adult Learning so far. One of the biggest advantages is that it’s fully self-paced and you can work through the coursework on a schedule that fits your life. Whether you want to move quickly or take your time, the flexibility makes it easy to balance studies with work and other commitments.The student support team and learning coaches have been incredibly helpful. It really feels like you have a team behind you, even though the course is online.I also appreciate the variety in the learner assessments. Instead of relying on just written assignments, the program includes video role plays and simulations with the coaches as well. This mix allows you to demonstrate your skills in different, practical ways and makes the overall learning experience much more engaging.Overall, I’d highly recommend The College for Adult Learning to anyone looking for a flexible and supportive learning environment.
Babbel09:25 06 Dec 25I definitely recommend whoever wants to get a degree in leadership and management. People here really check on you very often, and help you with all your questions. I feel like i am gaining a lot of knowledge and becoming stronger in my field of business.
Angela A.08:50 26 Nov 25I completed Diploma of Work Health and Safety with CAL. It was a very thorough and interesting course, which has given me high levels of confidence and comprehensive knowledge on the topic. I enjoyed the variety of activities and assessments throughout the course and the opportunities to build on learning with practical applications and real world examples.Staff were fantastic and the support available at all times was excellent. Students can access unlimited mentoring and support calls and in the early weeks of the course I took full advantage of this opportunity. The assessment process is multi-layered and helps build the progression of knowledge and understanding with clear feedback and guidance throughout.
Paula H.08:57 03 Nov 25The College for Adult Learners is a fantastic place to study. The staff are exceptionally supportive and understanding, providing guidance and encouragement every step of the way. They truly care about their students’ success and go above and beyond to make learning flexible, accessible, and rewarding for adult learners. Highly recommend this college for training.
Ben E.05:51 29 Oct 25Extremely happy with CAL, from enrolment it has been quite simple process with easy to follow online instructions and a support team that is willing to resolve any concern or issues encountered promptly. Learning materials are current, practical and provide good learning outcomes relevant to the assessment tasks. Would be happy to use CAL for further training.
Dean H.05:18 28 Oct 25Even before signing up for my certificate 4 in project management at CAL I found the information online and support staff to be very helpful, open, and available to answer all of my questions. Since my enrolment, Tracey and the support team have been very helpful in getting me (and keeping me) on the right track. Thank you team and I recommend this to anyone looking at expanding their knowledge whilst keeping a work/life balance.
rony I.04:59 21 Oct 25The CAL Institute is a friendly and welcoming place to learn. The staff are supportive, the learning environment is great, and they respond quickly to any questions or concerns. Highly recommended!
Rachelle D.02:45 20 Oct 25Studying my Double Diploma in Logistics and Leadership Management with CAL has been one of the best decisions I've made for my career. The platform is easy to use, well-structured and designed with busy adults in mind - perfect for balancing study with work and life commitments.The support from the CAL team has been excellent, and the course content is practical, relevant and directly applicable to my needs. I really appreciate being able to learn 100% online, at my own pace while still feeling supported every step of the way.It feels great to be investing in myself and my future through such a professional and flexible program. Highly recommend CAL to anyone wanting to build their skills and take the next step in their career!
Donna M.22:09 29 Sep 25I did Cert IV in WHS it was great and the tutors and support were amazing.
Bradley W.01:29 22 Sep 25Excellent course content, comprehensive and well thought out material. Assistance with planning your time to meet the goals you want to achieve, includes reports on contact hours with the learning system keeping you on track.Have been very impressed.
Moana M.00:46 10 Sep 25I have just enrolled with CAL. Studying a Double Diploma in Project Management (specialising in Construction) + Leadership & Management. I am so grateful to have found CAL. Affordable, no fuss enrolment. I love how easy it is to learn on the go. I use my phone and tablet alot in the go that is so very helpful. The hub is great easy to navigate and the support is Great. Thank you CAL.
