RMIT International University Vietnam provides medical and counselling services to help students and staff to maintain and improve physical and mental wellbeing.
Medical Services
Students pay a one-off fee each semester to gain access to the on campus medical facilities.
In Saigon South campus, the medical clinic is located in the Recreation and Events Complex.
International students may also access:
International SOS Medical and Dental Clinic
167A Nam Khi Khoi Nghia StreetDistrict 3, Ho Chi Minh CityTel: 08 3829 8520
In Hanoi campus, the medical clinic is located on the ground floor in the Student Services Office.
International students may also access:
International SOS Medical and Dental Clinic
51 Xuan Dieu (behind Fraser Suites)
Tay Ho District
Tel: 04 3934 0666
The main services provided at the clinics include:
Primary and first aid care First aid for emergencies, and if necessary, recommendation of appropriate medical transportation or referral into a local hospital for further treatment (Medical transportation costs, such as an ambulance are not covered by the service and additional charges will be incurred). General health education, health seminars and disease information. First aid talks. Vaccination recommendations, such as flu shots, etc.
The clinic has a limited range of medication available for purchase at additional charge.
This service is only available to enrolled students and current staff and does not extend to family members or other third parties.
Any incurred service fee can be billed directly to the appropriate insurance provider after the insurance policy deductible has been met (usually around $US125 per year).
Counselling Services
Students and staff may be faced with a number of difficulties relating to family issues, relationships, mental or physical health, substance abuse, death or any other stressful life event. These problems can interfere with you performing well academically and professionally as well as living a healthy and happy life. Being away from home for the first time can bring up a mixture of different feelings some of which may be causing you concern. As well as being an exciting and positive time, studying at university can be a stressful time and exam pressure and high expectations on your performance can lead to problems such as anxiety, panic or avoidance of doing the work!Asking for help or advice is an important step in dealing with unfamiliar or difficult situations in a mature way.
Although well trained and equipped to deal with most psychological difficulties, students or staff do not need to be in a major crisis to see a counsellor.
Counselling services may be useful for many kinds of problems, including:
Academic-related difficulties Love, friendship and relationship difficulties Grief, separation and loss Anxiety and depression Emotional and self-esteem issues Physical, sexual or mental abuse, assault or harassment Pregnancy or abortion Divorce, and family relationship issues Stress management Drug, alcohol, gaming or gambling problems Other personal issues and concerns
Confidentiality is a key component in counselling to ensure that issues can be safely shared.
Except in highly exceptional circumstances, all discussions with counsellors remain confidential. Counsellors do not share any information with anyone (including teachers, supervisors, parents or friends) about anything discussed during a counselling session.
Counselling services can sometimes provide small group meetings or workshops for staff or student groups. Stress management and life skills workshops are held every semester.
Students and staff can make an appointment online, by phone, or visit the counseling service to arrange a time to meet with a counsellor in confidence.
Counsellors’ contact information
RMIT Saigon South campus:Room 10.02.02
Tel: (+84) 8 3776 1300 ext. 2026
Fax: (84) 8 3776 1399
Consultation Hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
Ms. Jacqueline Langton, Manager
Email: jacqueline.langton@rmit.edu.vn
Ms. Tam Le Thi Minh, Student Counsellor
Email: tam.le@rmit.edu.vn
Work days: Monday (pm), Tuesday, Thursday (pm), Friday
RMIT Hanoi campus:
Room 1.1.018
Tel: (+84) 4 3726 1460 ext. 6035 / Direct line: (+84) 4 3724 5935
Fax: (+84) 4 3726 1469
Consultation Hours: Monday to Thursday 9am - 5pm
Ms. Amanda Parker, Senior Student Counsellor
Email: Amanda.Parker@rmit.edu.vn