Personal Support
Prior to course commencement PCBT Staff will provide an Orientation Program that is designed to provide information concerning the course you are enrolling in. PCBT Staff remain available for any concerns that you may have with regard to study or education information.
Additional support services are available from the Overseas Student Contact Officer (OSCO) who will remain available to discuss and provide assistance in all areas of your welfare including your accommodation needs and health cover. Students with visa enquiries will be directed to the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
The OSCO will support students to contact special service assistance when the situation or circumstance requires. Below are listed agencies for students to contact.
Some concerns and problems which you might seek assistance for are
- Adjusting to major changes such as study commitments
- Managing stress and balancing other commitments
- Learning methods of relaxation
- Overcoming fears (eg of giving presentations or of exams)
- Working out relationship and family problems
- Coping with lack of friends or support
- Motivation, goal setting
- Easing depression, distress
- Rebuilding self esteem, confidence
- Dealing with challenging situations
- Understanding the Australian culture and education
- Sorting out mental health issues that may affect your study
- Resolving conflict with other people
Special Services
A range of Welfare and Community services are also available around the city.The OSCO can supply information on these services if required
Medical Facilities
Hospitals
Royal Perth Hospital
Wellington Street,
Perth WA 6000
Ph. 9224 2244
Osborne Park Hospital
Osborne Place
Stirling WA 6021
Sir Charles Gardiner Hospital
Hospital Avenue
Nedlands WA 6009
Ph. 9346 3333
Joondalup Health Campus
Shenton Avenue
Joondalup WA 6027
Ph. 9400 9303
Medical Centres
Innaloo Medical Centre
Shop 6, Innaloo Shoppers Village
Innaloo, WA
Ph. 9446 6244
DR Medical Centre
Cnr. Royal St & Wanneroo Rd
Yokine WA
Ph. 9349 6777
Dental Services
There are a number of dental clinics in various suburbs close to the college.
Legal Services
The Community Legal Centres Association of WA represents 29 Community Legal Centres in Western Australia. They primarily assist people who are unable to afford the services of a private lawyer.
The following is the initial contact number:
Community Legal Services Association
Ph. 9221 9322
Local Counselling Services
Relationships Australia
Ph: 08-9489 6363 or 1300 364 277
Email:info@wa.relationships.com.au
Baptistcare Pathways Counselling and Family Service
Ph: 1300 660 640
Life-line 24 Hour Crisis Telephone Counselling
Ph: 131 114
Institute of Accredited Clinical Psychologists
Ph: 1300 788 348
Pregnancy Counselling Australia
Ph: 1300 139 313
White Tennyson and Associates
210 Cambridge Street
Wembley, WA 6014
08 9388 1645