General Health Faculty Placements

General Health Faculty Placement Supports

Rural Health Placements
Deakin’s Rural Health Student Support Program
If you’re going on a health placement in Western Victoria, you may want to explore Deakin’s Rural Health Student Support Program, which can include accommodation support, scholarships and other financial support options.

Non-Deakin Rural Accommodation Supports
Some universities have subsidised accommodation options available to any tertiary student attending a clinical placement in certain rural locations, including the

• Monash Rural Health Accommodation Scheme
• University of Melbourne Rural Accommodation Scheme
• Latrobe Regional Student Accommodation

Health-Related Placement Financial Assistance Supports
There are a variety of health-specific scholarships and financial supports available for placement students. You might like to explore whether you’re eligible to apply for any of the below options, or do some research of your own. Some faculties also post information about relevant financial support opportunities on their ‘placements’ page within DeakinSync.

• Monash Rural Health
• NAFEA Equity Rural Placement Scholarships
• WIL Australia Scholarships

Commonwealth Prac Payment
In late 2026, it was announced that various allied health students will be able to access this government payment to alleviate financial stress during mandatory placement blocks. Learn more on the Commonwealth Prac Payment Webpage and explore their eligibility checker.

Occupational Therapy- Pathways to Practice Incentive Grants
Eligible occupational therapy students undergoing rural or regional mental health placements may be eligible to apply for financial support through aPathways to Practice Incentive Grant.

Allied Health Placement Uniform Supports
If you have upcoming placement or simulation commitments and are struggling to buy your required Deakin polo shirt, check out DUSA’s Placement Uniform Swap Scheme on our Clothing Support page.

Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
Preparing for and engaging with placement can be challenging, and looking after yourself is important. You might like to explore the services offered by Deakin Counselling, which include lots of virtual support options if you’re away from campus. There are also faculty-specific counselling services available, which you can find within the Wellbeing Hub Portal. You can also reach out to Deakin's Health and Wellbeing Reception on 03 9244 5577 for support with accessing counselling.

Advocacy Support
If you are experiencing difficulties during your health placement/s, DUSA’s Advocates can assist you by providing a private and confidential space to discuss concerns that may be affecting your placement experience. This may include support with interpersonal issues, helping to raise concerns with relevant university or placement staff, and guidance on appropriate pathways for resolving issues. Advocates can also support students during meetings with Deakin staff regarding placement progress, concerns, or potential placement termination.