Official CRICOS data · updated 1 July 2026

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The table below ranks the 10 most affordable CRICOS-registered courses by annual tuition fee, drawn from the latest official dataset. Fees shown are indicative — confirm directly with the provider before enrolling.

#	Course	Provider	Level	Location	Duration	Tuition fee
1	Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitationVocational Short Course · Melbourne	Australian Institute of Community and Health Management Pty Ltd	Vocational Short Course	Melbourne	1 weeks	$100
2	Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitationVocational Short Course · Smithfield	Optimum Training Academy Pty Ltd	Vocational Short Course	Smithfield	1 weeks	$100
3	Provide First Aid in an education and care settingVocational Short Course · Perth	Aroha College Pty Ltd	Vocational Short Course	Perth	—	$110
4	Provide First AidVocational Short Course · Brisbane, Loganlea	Mayfair College Pty Ltd	Vocational Short Course	Brisbane, Loganlea	2 weeks	$120
5	Prepare to work safely in the construction industryVocational Short Course · Bruce	Canberra Institute of Technology	Vocational Short Course	Bruce	—	$150
6	Provide First AidVocational Short Course · Melbourne	Australian Institute of Community and Health Management Pty Ltd	Vocational Short Course	Melbourne	1 weeks	$150
7	Provide responsible gambling servicesVocational Short Course · Canberra	Iris Trained Pty Ltd	Vocational Short Course	Canberra	—	$150
8	Use hygienic practices for food safetyVocational Short Course · Canberra	Iris Trained Pty Ltd	Vocational Short Course	Canberra	—	$150
9	Participate in safe food handling practicesVocational Short Course · Canberra	Iris Trained Pty Ltd	Vocational Short Course	Canberra	—	$150
10	Course in Asbestos AwarenessNon AQF Award · Bruce	Canberra Institute of Technology	Non AQF Award	Bruce	1 weeks	$190

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Everything you need to know about comparing course costs in Australia.

What is the cheapest course in Australia for international students?

The cheapest CRICOS-registered courses start from around $100 in annual tuition fees. These are typically short vocational (VET/TAFE) courses and certificate programs. Browse the full ranked list to compare options by price, study level, and location.

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Are these tuition fees accurate?

The fees shown are sourced directly from the official CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students) open dataset published by the Australian Government. They are indicative figures and may change — always confirm current fees directly with the provider before enrolling.

What is CRICOS?

CRICOS stands for the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. It is the official Australian Government register of all education providers and courses approved to enrol international students on a student visa (subclass 500). Only CRICOS-registered courses are eligible for international student enrolment.

Can a cheap course lead to permanent residency (PR)?

Studying in Australia can be a pathway to permanent residency, but eligibility depends on factors like your occupation, skills assessment, state nomination, and the specific visa stream you apply for — not solely your course cost. Affordable courses in regional areas may offer additional post-study work visa benefits. We recommend checking the Department of Home Affairs website and consulting a registered migration agent for personalised advice.