Starting on 1 July 2025, eligible students can receive $319.50 per week during their mandatory placement. This amount is based on the single Austudy rate and is means-tested to provide support to students who need it most.
What is the Commonwealth Prac Payment?
The Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP) is financial support from the Australian Government. It helps students cover the costs associated with mandatory placements required in nursing, midwifery, social work and teaching programs.
Benefits of the Commonwealth Prac Payment 
This financial support will assist around 68,000 students across Australia, including those studying at UniSC by covering the cost of:
For more information Visit https://www.usc.edu.au/study/fees/commonwealth-prac-payment