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Studying at The College means you have access to a re-imagined model of support. Your Student Success Coaches and Academic Learning Advisors are dedicated to helping you kickstart your academic journey. Explore the range of activities and register for as many events as you like, we're here to support you on your journey.
Student Success Coach
When you study at The College, you will be assigned a dedicated Student Success Coach and can access both individual and group coaching sessions. Our coaching style focuses on more than just the academic learning. We help you identify and draw on your strengths to achieve success and we understand that you are capable, resourceful and resilient.
Academic Workshops
Academic Learning Advisor workshops help you get your head around how things work and build the skills you will use throughout your diploma. These workshops cover all the essentials: how to take better notes, write assignments, deliver presentations, and even how to reference properly (yes, that part matters!). They are relaxed, practical, and run by friendly Academic Learning Advisors who get what you are going through. After all, they have been exactly where you are now!
Meet Your Success Coaches
Team Leader, Student Success Coaching
Qualifications: Bachelor of Business, majoring in Marketing.
Why I think Success Coaches are important for your student journey: By providing support, guidance, and tailoring strategies for academic success. Success Coaches play a role in fostering academic success, motivation, and resilience for students throughout their studies.
Why I love being a Success Coach: I enjoy guiding and supporting students throughout their academic journey — seeing them achieve their goals is extremely rewarding.
#1 tip for success: Engage in class and ask questions, other students probably have the same questions.
What helped me at university? Attending classes, time management strategies, connections with my peers and not being afraid to ask questions!
Career history: Student Engagement in Higher Education, Student Career Support, Policy & Procedure Development, Conflict Resolution, Student Events, Compliance.
Team Leader, Student Success Coach
Cohorts and Campus: Continuing students in the Undergraduate Preparation Program (Nursing/Health Science) - Liverpool campus
Qualifications: Bachelor's in Journalism and Mass Communications from UNC-Chapel Hill.
Why I think Success Coaches are important for your student journey: Engaging with your success coach early in your university journey can help ensure that you're prepared, informed, confident, and able to be pro-active about your decisions going forward!
Why I love being a Success Coach: There is a great reward in helping others develop and tell their professional stories. I love seeing students grow into their confidence and best selves while at uni.
#1 tip for success: There are no dumb questions. If you're thinking about it, it's also unclear to someone else. If you can't locate the answer yourself first, ask the question.
What helped me at university? Having discipline — figure out your study plan that also leaves time for the things and the people that you love is key.
Career history: University Leadership Program Advisor, Career and Student Employment Advisor, Student Wellbeing Administrator, University Student recruiter.
Student Success Coach
Cohorts and Campus: Diploma in Creative Industries and Communication, Diploma in Social Sciences - Kingswood campus
Diploma in Education Studies - Parramatta City campus
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts Major in Philosophy, Minor in Psychological Science.
Why I think Success Coaches are important for your student journey: It's so important to get support! Having someone back you up can help you have a clear picture of where you are at, take action and succeed in anything you do!
Why I love being a Success Coach: I love getting to know my students and watching them grow and transform!
#1 tip for success: Slow everything down, clear your mind and take one step at a time!
What helped me at university? Having fun, making friends, getting involved and fully embracing what was in front of me. The right attitude totally transformed my whole university experience!
Career history: I have worked as a study skills and mindset seminar presenter. I have spent over three years in student servicing and student engagement. Finally, I have experience as a private life coach. Happy to use all my skills and experience to help you out in any way I can!
Student Success Coach
Cohorts and Campus: Diploma in Education Studies, Diploma in Business - Bankstown City campus
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary)/Creative Writing.
Why I think Success Coaches are important for your student journey: I understand that university can be incredibly overwhelming, with classes, social life, family responsibilities, and work all competing for your time and energy. It's completely normal to feel stressed or lost amidst it all. That's why we have Success Coaches here for you.
We're here to listen and support you, helping you take a moment to breathe and regain your focus. You don't have to navigate this journey alone — we're here to help you stay on track and work towards your goals.
Why I love being a Success Coach: I love helping students achieve their goals. Regardless of the challenges they encounter, it's incredibly rewarding to see them overcome these obstacles and take the next step in their journey, whether that leads to further academic pursuits or entry into the workforce.
#1 tip for success: Ask questions of your tutors and peers, hang out with the high achievers from class.
What helped me at university? Building friendships with the high achievers in class was important to me. I approached university like it was my full-time job, dedicating my weekdays to studying and getting involved in campus activities. This left my weekends free for casual work, spending time with friends, and finishing any assessments I hadn't completed during the week.
Career history: Student Services Hub, Customer Support, Veterinary Nurse and Practice Manager.
Student Success Coach
Cohorts and Campus: Diploma in Building Design and Construction - Kingswood campus
Qualifications: Bachelor of Psychology and Diploma of Counselling.
Why I think Success Coaches are important for your student journey: It can be overwhelming when trying to juggle study, work, and daily life. Success Coaches are a warm light to guide you throughout your academic journey by fostering engagement, success, and motivation every step of the way.
Why I love being a Success Coach: I love supporting students whilst creating a sense of community among them. It is important to stay connected and being a constant support is a beautiful role.
#1 tip for success: Work out which study method works best for you — once you do this it will be easier to navigate and stay on top of your course work.
What helped me at university? Attending classes in-person! Face-to-face learning helps to create connections with fellow peers and academics. Additionally, organisational skills and prioritisation.
Career history: Student Wellbeing in Higher Education, Student Support, Student Engagement, Indigenous Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mentoring.
Student Success Coach
Cohorts and Campus: Diploma in Health Science - Campbelltown campus
Why I think Success Coaches are important for your student journey: Success Coaches are important because we are here to provide personalised support, help students set and achieve academic and career goals, develop strong study habits, and connect with the university community. Our goal is to empower and support students throughout their academic journey.
Why I love being a Success Coach: I love being a Success Coach because it allows me to directly contribute to students' growth and success. I believe in the transformative power of higher education, and find it fulfilling to support students through challenges and assist them to discover their potential.
#1 tip for success: Ask for help when you need it. Don't hesitate to reach out to teachers, peers, support services, and your success coach — asking for help is a key part of learning and growth!
What helped me at university: At university, the most helpful thing for me was having a support system in place — whether it was family, teachers, or peers. Being open to seeking help when needed and staying proactive with my studies made a significant difference in my experience. I also found that balancing my academic responsibilities with personal interests and activities kept me grounded and motivated.
Career history: Since 2016, I have taught at The College, where I've had the privilege of getting to know students and following their academic journeys. Currently, I am studying a Master of Counselling and will soon be pursuing a Doctorate in Creative Arts. I'm also a passionate writer, and my love for learning drives me to help others succeed in their academic journey. I believe in the power of education and the importance of supporting students every step of the way.
Student Success Coach
Cohorts and Campus: Diploma in Engineering Studies, Diploma in Information and Communications Technology - Kingswood campus
Qualification: Masters of Secondary Education/Bachelor of Arts (Majoring in English Text & Writing). Bachelor of Counselling/Psychological Science (currently studying).
Why I think Success Coaches are important for your student journey: University is a big place with lots on offer! I remember my early university experience and how hard it was to navigate all the systems and opportunities on offer. Being your Success Coach means I can help guide you to the right places to not only get the help and support you need but I can help you engage with the full university experience so you can participate in campus life as much as possible.
Why I love being a Success Coach: Everyone can achieve to their potential but sometimes we all need a helping hand. With a background in education, I have always enjoyed helping others achieve their potential and supporting them to excel. Even if you don't need help, I look forward to getting to know you!
#1 tip for success: Your university workload can feel enormous but to make things easier on yourself map out all of the tasks you need to complete and create daily to-do lists of the tasks you need to complete. I live my life by planners and to-do lists! If you prioritise things appropriately you will be able to manage your workload with greater ease.
What helped me at university? Asking questions is the key to success both at university and in the workforce. Ensuring you have a well-rounded understanding of the content you are studying will allow you to critically assess it from multiple perspectives and provide you the flexibility to apply your learning to a range of contexts in and out of the classroom environment.
Career history: English & History Teacher, Head Teacher Wellbeing.
Student Success Coach
Cohort/s and Campus: Diploma in Arts and Diploma in Social Sciences - Bankstown campus
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in International Hotel Management with HR specialisation, Gallup Certified Coach, Graduate Diploma in Career Development (currently studying).
Why I think Success Coaches are important for your student journey: Success Coaches are a guide and a point of contact when you are feeling unsure. They can assist with multiple challenges.
Why I love being a Success Coach: I love being a Success Coach to support students achieve their full potential and grow into successful careers.
#1 tip for success: Be organised and plan in advance.
What helped me at university? Asking questions! The more information you have, the more you can navigate your university world.
Career history: I have been a Success Coach for 6 years within the higher education sector. I have covered other roles in my career such as: Recruitment Consultant, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Career Consultant.
Student Success Coach
Cohort/s and Campus: Diploma in Business - Parramatta City campus
Qualifications: Bachelor of Rural Science, Master of Science, Graduate Diploma of Education, Designing Your Life Coach Certification.
Why I think Success Coaches are important for your student journey: Our main mission is to help you! If we don’t know the answer, we will find it for you. You don’t have to navigate your studies by yourself. We are here to help.
Why I love being a Success Coach: It might sound cheesy, but your success is my success. I love playing a part in people pursuing their goals and celebrating their progress.
#1 tip for success: Check your student email! We send all the important stuff there.
What helped me at university? My friends — it really helped to talk things over with them about our classes and uni life in general.
Career history: My career has been a great adventure! I’ve run a small business, been a consultant, set up a registered charity; and worked in both the public and private sectors. For the last ten years, I’ve worked at Western Sydney University. A common thread throughout my career has been teaching and helping people, which is what has led me to this role.
Student Success Coach
Cohorts and Campus: Diploma in Science, Undergraduate Preparation Program (Nursing/Health Science) - Campbelltown campus
Commencing students in the Undergraduate Preparation Program (Nursing/Health Science) - Liverpool campus
Qualifications: Bachelor of Medical Science, Diploma in Health Support at Western Sydney University.
Why I think Success Coaches are important for your student journey: I recognise that each student's journey is unique, and having a coach to provide personalised support and guidance is essential to enhancing their overall experience and helping them achieve their full potential.
Why I love being a Success Coach: It allows me to help you unlock your true potential and achieve your goals. There's something incredibly rewarding about guiding people through challenges, celebrating their achievements, and seeing them grow in confidence and capability.
#1 tip for success: Asking questions! Not being afraid to explore.
What helped me at university? Having the confidence to engage with my academics and peers when I was trying to understand a topic.
Career history: Student Services Hub Officer, Western Success Advisor, Academic - School of Science.
Meet Your Academic Learning Advisors
Academic Learning Advisor
Cohorts and Campus: I am based in Campbelltown and cover Campbelltown and Liverpool campuses.
Qualifications: I have a Bachelor of Arts, in French and Linguistics, with a major in Japanese. I also have a CELTA (Cambridge Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults). My area of expertise is academic literacy.
Why I think Academic Learning Advisors are important for your student journey: Sometimes studying at university can feel overwhelming and it is hard to know where to start. This is where the ALAs can help. We provide academic support throughout your studies at The College, through face-to-face and online workshops each week during block subjects, and additional academic support for individual students where needed.
Why I love being an Academic Learning Advisor: People talk about those “Aha” moments and this often happens in our workshops. I love it when students leave with tangible strategies and tips for academic success, whether it be how to interpret their next assessment question, where to find academic sources for their case study, or how to overcome presentation nerves. And I love it when they come back for more!
#1 tip for success: Make time to learn — studying at uni is not just about passing your assessments; it’s about making lifelong friends and learning how to be a good learner.
What helped me at university? My friends! After a tough class, we would go to the café and have a coffee and chat about what confused us or what we didn’t understand. This really helped me work out what I needed to study more and what I already knew.
Career history: After uni I moved overseas and taught English as a Second Language in various countries, including France, Canada and Australia. In 2016 I started teaching Academic English at The College across all the diploma programs and this year I moved into the ALA role.
Academic Learning Advisor
Cohorts and Campus: I am based in Bankstown and I also cover Parramatta, my cohorts are primarily Arts, Education and Social Sciences students.
Qualifications: I have a Bachelor of Arts in Teaching English Language and Literature, a Master’s degree in Linguistics, and a PhD in English literature. I also hold a TESOL qualification. Literature and academic literacy are my areas of expertise.
Why I think Academic Learning Advisors are important for your student journey: With teaching and academic writing experience, I’m here to help you craft clear, confident work and ace your assessments! Join our workshops to strengthen your writing, referencing, and general academic skills.
Why I love being an Academic Learning Advisor: Supporting students as they grow in confidence and academic skills brings real joy. Watching you succeed — through improved results, graduation, and readiness for future study or work — is deeply rewarding. Your progress is our purpose, and we’re here to help.
#1 tip for success: Reach out for help — seeking feedback from your teachers and support from your Academic Learning Advisors will help you achieve your goals quicker, with a sense of accomplishment and heightened confidence in your own abilities.
What helped me at university? Attending classes and actively participating in group study with friends. Having good time-management skills and study habits is important, but surrounding yourself with the right people is crucial!
Career history: With a rich background in teaching, research, and academic writing, I bring experience and passion to my role. Since 2018, I’ve supported students at The College — and now, as an Academic Learning Advisor, I’m here to help you thrive.
Academic Learning Advisor
Cohorts and Campus: I am based at Kingswood campus.
Qualifications: I hold a Master in Teaching and a Bachelor of Science. Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) Education is my area of expertise.
Why I think Academic Learning Advisors are important for your student journey: Helping students achieve the best possible outcome is what we are passionate about. We are here to help.
Why I love being an Academic Learning Advisor: I love my job because it allows me to make a real difference in students’ lives. Every day, I get to support learners in building the skills and confidence they need to succeed — not just academically, but personally and professionally as well.
#1 tip for success: The best way to be successful is to be independent. Make sure that you try to solve an issue yourself first, but if that does not work, ask for help, we are happiest when we are able to assist.
What helped me at university? Lecturers that were genuinely interested in my success, who helped me even when I didn’t know how to ask for help.
Career history: I have worked at the College since they opened their doors, but I still tell people that it is my first day.