Support services for the institute include the Information Technology Services Section and the Student Services Section which provides counselling services and other student support, recreation and disciplinary services. Another section incorporates the institute's a centre for research, a curriculum and materials development unit and a special teaching unit with specialist staff in the areas of adult literacy, the teaching of English as a second language, mathematics, art and craft and computer education. The section also operates a supportive tutoring scheme. Other services include libraries on the Batchelor and Central Australian campuses. The overall administration of the institute is undertaken by the division of the Registrar.
Some courses are available through on-campus study.
Enrolment Generally, people who want to enrol with Batchelor Institute should be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and at least eighteen years old. At present, preference is given to people of mature age, rather than those who have just left school. They should have completed secondary schooling or be able to meet special entry requirements. They should also have the support of their community or an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander organisation and have the chance within their community or organisation to undertake practical work experience. In some cases, the Institute Council may permit the enrolment of people who do not fit these conditions, if the council feels that they would benefit from doing a particular course.