Enrolling in Courses (Online Registration)

Some RTOs allow students to find and enrol in courses independently, without being manually added by an administrator. When this is available, you can browse your RTO's course catalogue, review course details, and complete your enrolment - including payment if required - entirely online. This article explains how that process works from start to finish.

What's Covered in This Article

This article walks through the self-enrolment process as a student, from finding a course to managing your access after enrolment.

Browsing Available Courses

Your RTO's publicly available courses are listed on their Course Catalogue - a dedicated page that displays all programs currently open for self-enrolment.

Accessing the Catalogue

You can reach the course catalogue in two ways:

  • Direct Catalogue Link: Your RTO may share a link to their catalogue on their website, in promotional materials, or via email. Click the link to open the catalogue in your browser.
  • Direct Course Link: Your RTO may also share a registration link for a specific course. This takes you directly to that course's registration page rather than the full catalogue.

Reading a Course Listing

Each course listing typically displays:

  • Course Name and Description: An overview of what the course covers and what you will achieve.
  • Course Type: Whether the course is accredited (nationally recognised) or non-accredited.
  • Pricing: The cost of the course and how you will be billed (see Course Pricing below).
  • Enrol Button: The action to begin your registration.

If you would like more information about a course before enrolling, contact your RTO using the details provided on the catalogue page.

Course Pricing

Courses available for online registration may be offered under one of three pricing models. The pricing type is displayed on the course listing before you enrol.

  • Free

No payment is required. You can register and access the course at no cost. The enrolment process does not include a payment step.

  • One-Time Payment (Flat Fee)

A fixed fee is charged at the time of registration. You pay once and your access to the course does not expire based on a billing cycle. The price is shown on the course listing before you confirm your enrolment.

  • Subscription

Access to the course is billed on a recurring cycle: weekly, monthly, or yearly. Your access remains active for as long as your subscription is current. If your subscription lapses or is cancelled, your access to the course will be suspended until payment is renewed.

The subscription price and billing cycle (e.g. $49/month) are displayed on the course listing before you confirm your enrolment.

Enrolling and the Payment Process

Step 1: Open the Registration Page

Navigate to the course catalogue or open the direct course link provided by your RTO. Locate the course you wish to enrol in and click Enrol or Register.

Step 2: Enter Your Details

If you do not already have a Nimbu account with this RTO, you will be prompted to create one. Fill in your personal details including your name and email address. If you already have an account, you may be prompted to log in instead.

Step 3: Review Course and Pricing Details

Before completing your registration, review the course summary and the pricing information displayed on the screen. Confirm the billing amount and cycle (for subscriptions) before proceeding.

Step 4: Complete Payment (Paid Courses Only)

For courses with a one-time payment or subscription pricing, you will be directed to a secure payment screen powered by Stripe.

  1. Enter your card details in the payment form.
  2. Review the charge amount.
  3. Click Pay or Confirm to submit your payment.

Your payment is processed immediately. Once confirmed, your enrolment is activated and you will receive a confirmation email.

Note: If your registration page requires a password, enter the password provided by your RTO before you can proceed to the enrolment form. This is used for restricted or invite-only courses.

Step 5: Access Your Course

Once your enrolment is confirmed, your course will appear in your Nimbu dashboard. Log in and navigate to your courses to begin your pre-course requirements or units, depending on how your RTO has configured the course.

Managing Your Subscription

If you are enrolled in a course with subscription or paid access, you can manage your payment details and view your billing history from the Subscription & Billing area of your account.

Accessing Subscription & Billing

  1. Click your profile avatar in the top-right corner of the screen.
  2. Select Subscription & Billing from the dropdown menu.

The page opens with two tabs:

  • Course Subscription : Manage your payment method and billing details.
  • Billing History : View past invoices and payment records.

Managing Your Payment Information

The Course Subscription tab displays your Payment Information, which includes three fields:

  • Card Details : The payment card linked to your subscription. Click + Add New Payment Method to add a credit or debit card.
  • Email : The email address that invoices will be sent to. Enter or update your preferred billing email address in this field.
  • Billing Address : Your address for billing purposes. Enter your Full Name and Address in the fields provided. Your billing address is used for payment records only and will not be used to send physical mail.

To update your payment method:

  1. Navigate to Subscription & Billing via your profile avatar.
  2. Under Course Subscription, click + Add New Payment Method.
  3. Enter your card details and confirm.

To update your billing email or address:

  1. Navigate to Subscription & Billing via your profile avatar.
  2. Under the Email or Billing Address fields, enter your updated details.
  3. Save your changes.

Viewing Billing History

Click the Billing History tab to view a record of your past payments, including invoice dates and amounts. This is useful for confirming successful payments or downloading receipts.

Note: Subscription billing is managed automatically through Stripe. If you have questions about a charge or need to request a refund, contact your RTO directly.

Cancelling a Subscription

  1. Navigate to the Billing section in your profile.
  2. Locate the active subscription you wish to cancel.
  3. Click Cancel Subscription and confirm when prompted.

Important: Cancelling your subscription will end your access to the course at the close of your current billing period. You will not be charged again after cancellation, but you will retain access until the period you have already paid for expires. If you wish to regain access in the future, you will need to re-enrol and restart the subscription.

Reactivating a Lapsed Subscription

If your subscription has lapsed due to a failed payment or cancellation, re-enrol in the course via the original registration link. Your access will be restored immediately upon successful payment.

Payment Methods

Payments are processed through Stripe, a secure third-party payment platform. The following payment methods are typically accepted:

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Other major credit and debit cards

Note: Accepted payment methods may vary depending on your RTO's Stripe configuration. If your preferred payment method is not accepted, contact your RTO for alternative arrangements.

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