REA Learning Hub
Education changes lives — but only when it meets people where they are. The REA Learning Hub brings together professionally developed courses and resources built specifically for the needs of students from refugee backgrounds, the educators who support them, and the researchers who study and shape this field. Each course is developed with community at the centre, drawing on lived experience, academic expertise, and the partnerships REA has built across Australia’s education sector.
Courses and training we offer
For students from refugee or refugee-like backgrounds
Courses and resources to help you access, navigate, and succeed in tertiary education — from understanding what university expects, to building the academic and practical skills that make the difference.
Professional Development
For teachers, school staff, counsellors, and trainers looking to build specialised knowledge and confidence — covering trauma-informed practice, English language teaching, and inclusive education.
For researchers and research students
For students, PhD candidates, and early career researchers working in fields adjacent to refugee resettlement and education — covering research ethics, methodology, tools, and how to engage communities with integrity.
Courses for students
Capital Advantage: Career Development Tool for Newcomer Migrants and Refugees to Australia
This course is co-designed by students and experts to equip overseas-born students who speak a language other than English at home with practical, in-demand skills for the Australian job market. Tailored to real employer needs, it provides a supportive pathway to career success, ensuring you graduate confident and job-ready. Topics include exploring careers, decision making for careers, networking, improving job-search skills and preparing for interviews, and many other topics.
The course is self-paced and 100% online.
Click here to enrol.
Orientation to University Studies in Australia
Starting university in a new country is a big step. This resource is designed to help you feel confident and prepared for academic life in Australia.
- Various methods and resources to fulfil the English language requirements of Australian universities
- Australian academic culture and expectations
- Academic preparation resources, including English for Academic Purposes and study skills
- What life is like in Australia
- Australia’s First Nations
- University and refugee support services
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For universities & higher education institutions
Download the latest version of the Capital Advantage course (formerly Your Story, Your Career in Australia). The package includes the course file plus step-by-step instructions for importing it into your institution’s Canvas or compatible LMS. This is available until 31 July 2026.
Download course package (ZIP)ZIP · 296 MB · includes the .imscc course file and Canvas import instructions
Professional Development
We're developing new professional development courses for teachers, school staff, counsellors and trainers. Please check back soon for updates.
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Research training and support
We're developing new research training and support resources for students, PhD candidates and early career researchers. Please check back soon for updates.
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