Houses, flats and rooms for rent are found in newspapers or real estate agents. If you're 18 or older, you can apply for a public housing unit through the Office of Housing. Check under Human Services in the White Pages for the nearest office and remember there's a waiting list. Renting requires an upfront bond or security deposit plus one month's rent in advance. Consumer and Business Affairs can help with rental problems.
Courses lead to a qualification and run from six months to two or more years full-time.
They are also available part-time. Check the TAFE Courses Directory, volume one of Victorian Courses Directory, or with the TAFE Course Line to find out whether a course is accredited. Health Care Card holders can receive concessions on fees for these courses. Almost every town and suburb in Victoria has an adult education centre. The Council of Adult Education is the largest and best known provider of adult education.