2. Getting Help
  3. Connecting U
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Welcome to Connecting U

Live online support program for Autistic and Neurodivergent students at TAFE SA.

Whether you're new to TAFE SA or continuing your studies, Connecting U is a welcoming online program where you can connect with other students, explore support available at TAFE SA and build confidence for your learning. 

Semester 2 2026 registrations are now open

Registrations are now open for this semester's Connecting U online support sessions. You can attend one or all of them.

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Supporting U

In this session, you will:

  • Meet like-minded students
  • Learn what support is available
  • Share experiences (only if you want to) 
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Study Skills and Study Tours

In this session, you will:

  • Explore study skills support
  • Learn about library support
  • Use study tools and simple tech tips 
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Neurodivergent Paralysis

In this session, you will:

  • Tips to overcome procrastination
  • Boost motivation 
  • Get started and stay on track

Designed to support Autistic and Neurodivergent students

The online program is designed to help you:

  • connect with other students
  • discover support available at TAFE SA
  • learn practical strategies for study and wellbeing
  • build confidence throughout your learning journey
  • take part in a way that feels right for you. 

You can:

  • register for free
  • join online using Microsoft Teams
  • choose the sessions that interest you
  • attend one session or all of them.

Need help joining Connecting U?

Leanne Gerekaroff from our Student Access and Inclusion team is here to help.

Get in touch if you:

  • ✓need help joining a session
  • ✓have questions about the program
  • ✓would like more information before you register.

Contact Leanne 

What you'll get from Connecting U

  • Meet other students

    • Meet other autistic and neurodivergent students in a welcoming online space.
    • Join activities and group discussions if you want to or simply listen and learn from others.

  • Learn about support at TAFE SA

    • Meet friendly support staff and find out what help is available during your studies.

      Learn about:

      • Access Plans
      • reasonable adjustments
      • Student Success and Wellbeing services
      • talking to your lecturers about your support needs.

  • Build your study skills

    • Pick up practical study tips that you can use straight away.

      Learn how to:

      • break tasks into smaller steps
      • find useful study resources
      • use simple technology to support your learning
      • develop study habits that work for you.

  • Stay on track

    • Learn practical ways to:

      • get started when a task feels difficult
      • stay motivated
      • manage procrastination
      • build routines that support your study.

  • Get connected

    • Depending on the session, you may also have the chance to:

      • book a Student Support appointment
      • learn about other support services
      • take part in activities that help you feel connected to the TAFE SA community.

Additional resources

Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2025-2029

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