Your Unique Student Identifier (USI)
If you're doing nationally recognised training, you need a free USI before your certificate can be issued. Here's what it is and how to create one in a few minutes.
Create your USI at usi.gov.au →How to create a USI
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Go to usi.gov.au — Visit the official government site and select Create your USI.
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Have ID ready — You'll need one form of ID — e.g. driver's licence, passport, Medicare card or birth certificate.
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Use your formal name — Enter your name and date of birth exactly as they appear on your ID, so it matches your CBD College record.
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Save your USI — You'll get your ten-character USI instantly. Provide it when you enrol (or enter it into your student portal when prompted).
Make sure your details match
The name and date of birth on your USI MUST match your CBD College student record exactly. Mismatches are the most common reason a certificate is delayed — so use your formal passport/ID name when you create your USI and when you enrol into your CBD College course.
USI FAQs
What is a USI?▾
A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is a reference number made up of ten numbers and letters. It creates a secure, lifelong online record of your nationally recognised training and qualifications in Australia.
Why do I need one?▾
Since 1 January 2015, anyone doing nationally recognised training in Australia must have a USI. By law, your Registered Training Organisation (CBD College, RTO 91399) can't issue your certificate without it.
Does it cost anything?▾
No — creating a USI is free and takes just a few minutes at usi.gov.au.
My name must match — why?▾
The name on your USI must exactly match the name (and date of birth) in your CBD College student record — ideally your formal passport or ID name. Mismatches in spelling, date of birth or other details can hold up your certificate.
What if I already have a USI?▾
Great — just provide it when you enrol. You only ever need one USI for life, across every provider you study with. If you can't remember it, look it up at usi.gov.au.
Stuck? Call 1300 616 218 or send an enquiry and we'll help.