NEIS is funded by the Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business. This initiative helps you become self-sufficient and independent by establishing a new small business.Approved applicants will receive training in small business management, business skills and assistance to develop your business plan. A NEIS allowance and rental assistance can be provided by the Federal government to eligible applicants.What NEIS providesAustralian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) Accredited training in Certificate IV in New Small Business or Certificate III in Micro Business Operations so you can establish and run your own small businessMentor advice and support for 12 monthsIncome support for up to 39 weeks (NEIS Allowance) (if eligible)Rental assistance for a period of up to 26 weeks (if eligible)

ECA (Victoria University)Professional Year is part of the Education Centre of Australia (ECA) is a modern and diverse educational institution which emphasises innovation and excellence in educational programs across a wide range of disciplines in demand in Australia. ECA has a strong history of providing quality, career-oriented education for both undergraduates and postgraduates. The ECA Group of colleges is fully accredited and registered with the Australian government regulatory bodies. The group includes a higher education college for Business and Project Management (Asia Pacific International College), a vocational college (Zenith Business Academy), an English language college (English Language School in Sydney and Melbourne), and the ECA Professional Year. ECA also partners with Victoria University to deliver higher education programs in Sydney.