Providers
As an education or training provider, you’re required to collect and report your students’ Unique Student Identifier (USI) numbers.
This applies to:
- new students
- pre-enrolled students
- continuing students
- school students completing nationally recognised training.
Follow the links below for everything you need to know about creating, finding and verifying USIs as well as supportive resources to share with students, information on reporting obligations and the importance of recording student names on your system to match the USI.
Create a USI on behalf of a student.
Learn how to find, update and verify a student’s USI.
Requirements to connect to the USI Registry System and available functions.
Resources and tools to help providers manage and promote the USI.
Ensure accurate USI name verification for student enrolment, results, and graduation.
Providers need permission to create, verify and update a student’s USI or view their VET transcript.
Understand RTO reporting requirements under USI legislation.
Access downloadable USI resources.
Access our provider guide and essential forms, including Evidence of Identity to help manage student USIs.
How to support students in creating their USI
A USI is essential for training records, qualifications and government assistance. Watch our video to guide your students through the process.