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1 BE AMBITIOUS 2019 STUDENT GUIDE © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E STUDENT GUIDE 2019
2 2019 SEMESTER BASED VET STUDENT CALENDAR Enrolments are open and study can commence throughout the year. Feb-19 4 February 2019 Monday Semester One, Term One begins Apr-19 14 April 2019 Sunday Semester One, Term One ends 15 April - 28 April 2019 Monday to Sunday Autumn vacation 30 April 2018 Monday Semester One, Term Two begins Jun-19 23 June 2019 Sunday Semester One, Term Two ends 24 June to 21 July 2019 Monday to Sunday Winter vacation Jul-19 22 July 2019 Monday Semester Two, Term Three begins Sep-19 29 September 2019 Sunday Semester Two, Term Three ends 30 September to 13 October 2019 Monday to Sunday Spring vacation Oct-19 14 October 2019 Monday Semester Two, Term Four Begins Dec-19 8 December 2019 Sunday Semester Two, Term Four ends Higher Education Students, please use the Academic Calendar Online. STUDENT GUIDE 2019 © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E
3 WELCOME TO TAFE NSW Whatever your study goals are, we want to make your time at TAFE NSW as enjoyable, safe and rewarding as possible. Whether you are just deciding what to study or you have your career plan sketched out, we have a full range of support services and flexible study options for you. At your first class, or during online orientation, your teacher will give you other essential information about TAFE NSW and your course, and will be able to answer questions. This Student Guide provides the links and information you will need as you study with TAFE NSW. BE WHATEVER YOU WANT TO BE. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we learn and work together, and commit to building relationships, respect and opportunities with Aboriginal people. © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E STUDENT GUIDE 2019
4 CONTENTS SUPPORTING YOUR EDUCATION 5 LIBRARIES 5 COUNSELLING AND CAREERS 5 ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER SUPPORT 5 DISABILITY SERVICES 5 HELP WITH LEARNING 6 AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS 6 WORLDSKILLS 6 ON CAMPUS 7 STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS 7 STUDENT PORTAL 7 YOUR DEVICES AND IT 7 PUBLIC TRANSPORT AND CONCESSIONS 8 TAFECARD 8 AUTHORITY TO PUBLISH 8 CHILDREN’S CENTRES 8 YOUR FACILITIES TO ENJOY AND LEARN IN 8 PARKING AND PERSONAL PROPERTY 9 ANIMAL CARE POLICY 9 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR STUDY 10 PARTICIPATION 10 WHAT TO DO IF YOUR DETAILS CHANGE 10 UNIQUE STUDENT IDENTIFIER (USI) 10 MEDICAL CONDITIONS 11 WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY (WHS) 11 COURSE REQUIREMENTS - SAFE HANDLING OF VOLATILE SUBSTANCES AND PPE 11 ASSESSMENTS AND EXAMS 12 PLAGIARISM AND FRAUD 14 REPEAT OR RESIT A UNIT OF COMPETENCY OR ASSESSMENT 15 PATHWAYS TO FURTHER STUDY 15 DURING YOUR STUDY 16 FEES AND PAYMENT 17 CONSUMER PROTECTION 19 MAKING A COMPLAINT 19 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 20 WHEN YOU ENROL WITH TAFE NSW 20 STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 20 TAFE NSW RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 22 MANAGEMENT OF RISK OF HARM TO STUDENTS AND STAFF 22 WORK PLACEMENTS AND CERTIFICATES OF INSURANCE 23 HARASSMENT AND DISCRIMINATION 23 STUDENT CONDUCT 24 COMPLAINTS 25
5 SUPPORTING YOUR EDUCATION At TAFE NSW we want to see you succeed. DISABILITY SERVICES That’s why we offer support at every step of the way. If you have a disability or medical condition – whether it is physical or psychiatric, temporary or Our values, our people, our facilities and our permanent – we may be able to offer you a range personalised support set us apart and ensure of disability support services to assist you with you receive the highest quality education and your enrolment as well as your education and training. training. Contact your local campus or teaching section and ask to be connected to the Disabilities LIBRARIES Services. Our state-wide library network provides access to Let us know what your needs are as soon as the latest digital and print resources, and is run by possible so we can discuss support that’s right professional library staff who can help you with for you. research and support with your studies. Facilities include: Reasonable adjustment for students with Individual, group study and social spaces a disability Access to computers If you have a disability you may be eligible for Photocopying and printing ‘Reasonable Adjustment’ during your study. The Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) through the Disability Standards for education requires COUNSELLING AND CAREERS providers to take reasonable steps to enable the student with disability to participate in education TAFE NSW offers free career counselling services on the same basis as student without disability, to assist prospective students with making career and specifically to ensure that: and study plans. After you enrol, you can discuss educational, career, personal and wellbeing Teaching materials are appropriate to the concerns with TAFE NSW Counsellors to help you needs of the student achieve your study goals. Course learning activities are sufficiently flexible for the student to be able to participate ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT Study materials are available in an appropriate format for the student ISLANDER SUPPORT Teaching strategies are adjusted to meet the TAFE NSW recognises the importance of identity learning needs of the student and connection to Country. Our training and Assessment procedures are adapted to enable education is designed to help you reach your the student to demonstrate the knowledge, goals. skills or competencies being assessed We welcome and encourage Aboriginal and Students with disability should contact, and Torres Strait Islander people to enrol in TAFE NSW register with, a Disabilities Services Teacher/ courses, and we support all students to get the Consultant who will provide support and/or most out of education and training. From music organise assistance during your study. and film, to Aboriginal languages and cultures - our courses are taught in small, friendly groups with personalised support. TAFE NSW offers you a wide range of learning opportunities that will help you achieve your dreams. © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E STUDENT GUIDE 2019
6 HELP WITH LEARNING AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS Sometimes you may need help with a particular subject There is a number of scholarships available to or skill. Perhaps maths isn’t your strong point? Or TAFE NSW students, across a range of study areas. maybe you find it hard to express ideas in writing for Scholarships include: essays or exam answers? Aboriginal Post Enrolment Scholarships We can offer you tutorials and other forms of learner Bega Valley Shire Council Tertiary Scholarships support. Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled Nursing) Scholarships Learner support may help you with: Foodstorm Scholarship for Catering and Technological Innovation Literacy Jobs of Tomorrow Scholarships Numeracy Sisters of Charity Foundation Scholarship 2018 English as a second language The Trevor Drayton Scholarship Maths Vision Australian Further Education Bursary Science Computing skills Ask teachers for details on scholarships or sponsored prizes and awards which may be available in your area Communication skills of study. Depending on your needs, we offer learner support: At drop-in centres WORLDSKILLS In small groups WorldSkills Australia is a skills competition with more With a team teacher than 60 trade and skill areas including landscaping, As one-to-one tuition hair and beauty, cookery, business services, heavy mechanical, electrical, and restaurant services. Via the internet Many TAFE NSW students have achieved medals at We can also provide specialised support if you have a the National WorldSkills competitions. Competitions are disability or if English is not your first language. a great way to improve your skills, compare yourself against others in the field, and get noticed at work or A number of TAFE NSW locations also have RUReady, school. They highlight your skills level, willingness to which is a computer-based tool that helps us to check learn, dedication to your job/studies and your courage areas of your English and Maths skills, and to identify if to have a go. some personalised learning support would benefit you during your studies. TAFE NSW wants you to succeed To participate or for more information about and we want to join you in helping your skills grow, and competitions, speak to your teacher or visit WorldSkills making your goals a reality. STUDENT GUIDE 2019 © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E
7 ON CAMPUS When you have access to your student email account you will be able to: Access class computers for computer-based Whether you study part-time, online or full-time, our activities campuses and facilities are designed to help you Access TAFE NSW Library computers to manage get the most out of your time at TAFE NSW. your course work and research Access important course emails from TAFE NSW STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS Access online learning course material (where applicable) At many TAFE NSW campuses, student associations View your current and past enrolment details, study provide facilities, services and activities for members. details and subject results These not-for-profit and non-political organisations are dedicated to making campus life better for you. View notifications of your next schedule fee Membership is voluntary. payments as well as a history of your fee payments YOUR DEVICES AND IT STUDENT PORTAL TAFE NSW learning environments have internet connections and wi-fi. TAFE NSW reserves the right to monitor and record all usage of its computer networks, As a student of TAFE NSW, you will be issued with and to take disciplinary action when breaches of a username and password to access your online expected behaviour occur. Use of services Student Portal. You can access your student account on TAFE campus computers (classroom or library), or on any external computer with Logins internet access. For access to filtered internet browsing, online services and email on campus computers and The Student Portal provides access to your your own personal devices, please use the username student email account. This ensures that every and password you received during enrolment e.g. student has an active email account to receive ‘John.Smith1’. TAFE NSW email accounts are filtered important information. for inappropriate content. How to activate your student email account: Free access to Lynda.com 1. Upon enrolment you will receive a username Lynda.com is an online library featuring course and temporary password and instructional videos. The videos are taught by recognised industry experts and cover the latest in 2. Go to my.tafensw.edu.au to access the technology, creative, and business skills. Student Portal Access is available via the Student Portal Information on accessing and using Lynda.com is 3. Log on using your username and temporary available via the Lynda.com LibGuide password If you need any help, please talk to your teacher or local librarian. 4. Reset your password and set up your secret questions and answers to maximise security and assist you if you forget your password Free access to Office 365 Education You can use the following software on up to five devices: 5. Allow up to 24 hours for the password to reset Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Outlook Microsoft OneNote Microsoft Publisher Office 365 Education is available via the Student Portal © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E STUDENT GUIDE 2019
8 Social media AUTHORITY TO PUBLISH Stay in the loop with the TAFE NSW social media pages to find out about events, industry news, student You may be asked to sign an Authority to Publish form achievements and important announcements. by teaching or related TAFE NSW staff during your time studying with us. It is an agreement between you and LIKE, FOLLOW and JOIN in the conversation on the TAFE NSW, and it means TAFE NSW would like to be able pages below: to quote you or use your photo in some of its printed and electronic promotional and marketing material, Facebook.com/TAFENSW which will be available for viewing by the public. Twitter.com/tafensw If you sign this form it means that you agree to the Linkedin.com/school/tafe-nsw following: Instagram.com/tafensw TAFE NSW is able to use your photo(s) and/or quote SnapChat as many times and in as many ways as it wants to – for example, on the TAFE NSW websites or in local newspapers PUBLIC TRANSPORT AND CONCESSIONS Your photo may be reproduced in colour or black and white, and may be altered for design purposes The NSW Government provides subsidised or You will not be consulted about the specific context concession travel to a range of people, including in which your photo and quote appears tertiary students. As a TAFE NSW student you may Material held will be kept for an indefinite time. It will be entitled to student travel concessions on public be stored and disposed of securely or private transport (conditions apply). For further information, talk to a customer service officer at your TAFE NSW will not use your quote or photo for any local campus. purpose other than the general promotion and marketing of education and training by TAFE NSW. Click here for information on public transport to and from your campus. Your agreement to permit the use of your photo and quote is greatly appreciated. To be able to sign the release form, you must be over 18 years of age. If you TAFECARD are not over 18 years of age, we will need the written and signed agreement of your parent or guardian A TAFEcard is the TAFE NSW student identification card. before we can use any material. You must get a TAFEcard – it contains your photograph, name and student number, and: Records membership of the library and student CHILDREN’S CENTRES association There are children’s centres at some TAFE NSW Gives you access to parking, photocopying facilities locations. Limited places may be available to children and secure areas such as computer labs under the age of six whose parents are enrolled in a Is required for you to be able to sit an examination TAFE NSW course. How to get your TAFEcard The TAFEcard is a compulsory form of identification at YOUR FACILITIES TO ENJOY AND LEARN IN TAFE NSW. Please visit your TAFE NSW campus to have TAFE NSW campuses have a great range of cafés, art your photo taken for your TAFEcard. If you are studying and bookshops, gallery and exhibition spaces, gyms online, you can go to a TAFE campus close to you, or and training restaurants. contact us on 131 241 to get your TAFEcard. You can even get discounts in student hair and beauty You will be issued with one TAFEcard regardless of how salons and massage clinics. Come in and check out many courses you enrol in; the card is valid whilst you student bands, lunchtime art exhibitions, discount are enrolled and can be used for future courses. Please barbecues, competitions, theatre performances and don’t discard the card once your course finishes as much more. a replacement fee of $20 applies to lost/stolen or damaged cards. STUDENT GUIDE 2019 © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E
9 PARKING AND PERSONAL PROPERTY ANIMAL CARE POLICY If you bring property and/or park a vehicle on Where animals or animal tissues are used to support a TAFE NSW facility, you do so at your own risk. your learning, you must understand that it is a privilege Some campuses have parking available for students, that comes with responsibilities. You must: however no responsibility will be accepted for loss Treat animals and their tissue with care and respect or damage to private property or vehicles brought to a TAFE NSW campus. Treat live animals humanely and avoid any cruel behaviour Think about why and how you are using animals for their tissues Make sure that you make good use of the learning opportunity There are penalties for animal cruelty and unauthorised use of animals. TAFE NSW has a quality assurance process that monitors the care of all animals used for teaching, to ensure that it meets industry and animal welfare standards. If you think that animals used in teaching have been mistreated or used inappropriately, you should discuss this with your teacher, or the head teacher. © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E STUDENT GUIDE 2019
10 IMPORTANT INFORMATION What to do if your ABOUT YOUR STUDY details change From short courses to degrees, TAFE NSW courses can help you reach your career goals. Our courses Always contact us if your circumstances are recognised and valued everywhere. or contact details change, including phone, email, address, name and/or Centrelink circumstances. Any change could have an impact on fees, how you receive your PARTICIPATION qualification, and the support you get while you study. Courses run only if there are enough resources and demand. Classes may be discontinued if attendance You may need to present evidence, and you numbers fall below a set minimum. Advice will be given may need to also make the same changes to in advance of any changes. your USI profile. During the first week of each unit in your course, you will be provided with: If you are not participating and engaging in your An outline of the subject assessments and studies on a regular basis, you will Specific health and safety requirements be contacted to determine if you are continuing or withdrawing from your studies. You will be assisted to The student assessment guide for the units re-commence your studies, if this is what you request. of competency you are studying Standard of conduct and behaviour requirements If you decide not to continue with your studies, you must notify your teacher or the campus in writing. To make the most of your studies you are expected You can use the Withdrawal Form available on the to participate and engage in your assessments TAFE NSW website, and send this through to your and training, including attending all classes and teacher or campus. This form will also be used to see if workshops and submitting work in accordance with you are eligible for a partial refund of your course fees. the assessment requirements of each unit. If there is a valid reason you cannot attend class, please notify If you do not respond to the attempts to contact you, your teacher. action will be taken to ‘withdraw and discontinue’ your study. If you are sick, unable to attend class, complete an assessment or have missed an assessment due to uncontrollable circumstances, please advise your UNIQUE STUDENT IDENTIFIER (USI) teacher as soon as possible. The USI gives you access to a national register You are deemed to have participated if you: that allows you to see all your nationally accredited Attended a class, engaged online at the unit level training records and results, from all training providers, if an online student, engaged in practical sessions, completed after 1 January 2015. exam, test or learner support Please note that Higher Education students do not Submitted an application for recognition of prior currently need a USI. learning (RPL) When you enrol into nationally accredited training and Accessed activities or pages in the learning study with TAFE NSW, you will need to have a Unique management system or Moodle website Student Identifier, which we will verify to the USI Submitted assessments Registry. Contacted your teaching section for support If you don’t have one, we can assist you to register and and assistance get a USI. If you wish to transfer to another college, you must See the TAFE NSW website “Obtain your Unique Student discuss this with your teacher. Identifier (USI)” The personal details you provide to TAFE NSW at enrolment and held on your TAFE record must match STUDENT GUIDE 2019 © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E
11 your USI personal details, so any changes must be need to provide, e.g. protective clothing and equipment made to both your TAFE NSW and the USI records at (PPE). Closed-in footwear should be worn on campus. the same time. During an orientation session at your first attendance, TAFE NSW is required to record and verify your USI you will be given information on what to do in case before we can issue you student documentation, of an emergency or if you are injured and require first including your qualification testamur or statements aid. All campuses have emergency management of attainment. plans in place and are well equipped with trained First Aid Officers, first aid rooms and appropriate first aid equipment. It is important to let your Head Teacher MEDICAL CONDITIONS and/or the Disabilities Unit know if you will require assistance in the event of an evacuation due to a If you have an ongoing medical condition such as temporary or permanent disability, so that appropriate epilepsy or diabetes, it is important to make your support can be provided. teachers aware of this in case you require sudden assistance. A safety management plan can be All incidents or injuries must be reported to your developed with a campus Disabilities Consultant and, teacher immediately after the event. In the event of with your permission, shared with the relevant staff needing transportation by ambulance, the cost will be who can then provide support when necessary. the responsibility of the person being transported. You will be provided with instruction and training on work We also recommend that you provide us with an health and safety relevant to your course. emergency contact – either a family member or friend – and also provide them with a copy of your timetable To help us provide a safe environment, work health and attendance details. This will help in case of and safety legislation also reinforces your duty to take emergency. This information will be kept in confidence. reasonable care of yourself and the health and safety of others. You must not enter classrooms or workshops without permission and supervision or interfere with Anaphylaxis or misuse anything provided for you in the interest of If you are at risk of anaphylaxis, you must carry your health and safety. You should report any safety issues own adrenaline auto injector (‘Epi-Pen’) while on or concerns to your teacher or campus staff as soon campus or attending any TAFE NSW activities, such as as possible. events, excursions or work placement. TAFE NSW campuses provide ‘back up’ Epi-Pens in For further information about work, health and safety case of emergency. visit a TAFE NSW library, ask your teacher, or visit the Safework website at safeworkaustralia.gov.au For access to your nearest first aid officer, contact your teacher or Administration at your campus. COURSE REQUIREMENTS - SAFE HANDLING Prescription drugs OF VOLATILE SUBSTANCES AND PPE Prescription or some over-the-counter medications may impair your judgement. While you are affected Some courses may require you to use dangerous, by medication, you may not be able to safely use hazardous and volatile substances. You will be given equipment or handle chemicals. It is your responsibility instructions on their safe handling. In the interests of to discuss this with your teacher or head teacher. They health and safety you must not interfere with or misuse have a duty of care to you and your fellow students, any of these materials and must abide by the wearing and may need to know of your medical condition so of protective clothing and equipment if required to that they can ensure safety arrangements. However, do so. you have a right to privacy and while your teacher may need to inform the head teacher, it is against the law Certain courses require the wearing of a uniform and/ for them to tell anyone else without your permission. or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing Students are welcome to discuss any problems with during classes, which you will need to supply. Entry to our Counselling and Careers Development Unit. This is the class will be refused unless specified protective a free and confidential service. clothing/uniform is worn. Some courses may also specify mandatory equipment requirements (MER), and students must obtain these to enable participation in WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY (WHS) classes and/or completion of the course. Information as to the requirements in this area will be given during TAFE NSW has a duty to ensure the health, safety and enrolment or class. welfare of all employees, students, other workers and visitors attending our campuses. At enrolment you will be informed of any course requirement that you will © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E STUDENT GUIDE 2019
12 ASSESSMENTS AND EXAMS MISSING OR LATE ASSESSMENT General information about assessments and details of If you miss a formal assessment activity, an exam, or the assessment relating to the different units/subjects are late with an assessment, it is probable that ‘no of competency in your course are contained in the result’ will be awarded for the assessment which will Student Assessment Guide, or your Higher Education affect your final mark. You should contact your teacher Student Handbook. as soon as possible, giving reasons for your lateness or absence. Soon after commencement of your study (during first attendance/participation) you will be advised by your For assessments you have seven (7) days to do this, teacher of the assessment method used for each unit/ or until the day of the next scheduled attendance, subject, including whether any have a Final/Formal whichever comes first. Examination. For final/formal examinations, you have ten (10) days to If you have a permanent or temporary disability which notify your teacher. Your teacher will inform you about may affect your ability to undertake assessments, the revised examination date, which may not be until sit an examination, or finish it in the required time, the following year. contact the Campus Teacher/Consultant for students with disabilities, who will determine if you qualify for Where possible, you should provide evidence to support special concessions (e.g. a modified examination). If the what you say – for example, a medical certificate. nature and/or degree of the disability changes after the In some cases, your teacher may accept a late granting of a concession, the Campus manager must be assignment or allow you to sit for a test at a later date. informed BEFORE the examination or assessment event. With final exams, you may be able to attempt the exam at the next scheduled examination period – usually Examination aids permitted to be used for each several months later. examination are shown in the Student Assessment Guide. These aids, as well as pencils, pens, erasers, Please remember, any changes to your assessment rulers and highlighters, must be supplied by the student. schedule needs to be discussed with, and approved Notes and blank writing paper brought in by students by, your teacher. must not be used in the examination room. The campus/ college will provide writing paper in the examination room. Electronic dictionaries/devices, including mobile phones, are NOT permitted for use. You will receive a copy of the Student Assessment Guide/Higher Education Student Handbook at your first attendance/participation and it is your responsibility to read the Student Assessment Guide/s provided by your teachers and you must sign a statement and/or acknowledge receipt to confirm that you have received and understood the assessment procedure relating to your qualification/ units of competency. There will be a range of assessments that you will undertake during your study. On commencement of each unit/subject, all relevant assessment information will be provided to you in the ‘Student Assessment Guide – Unit of competency’ or your Higher Education Student Handbook. Your teacher will give you prior notice of the assessment, depending on the duration of the unit. If you are unsure, always ask your teacher. You must submit assessment work and attend scheduled assessment events on the required dates. You can view further information related to assessment in Every Student’s Guide to Assessment in TAFE NSW available on the TAFE NSW website. STUDENT GUIDE 2019 © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E
13 FINAL/FORMAL EXAMINATIONS Print the information required on the front of each examination answer booklet and place similar There are final/formal examinations held for a number information on each sheet of drawing or graph of qualifications and these examinations are conducted paper used. outside normal class time and each examinable unit is scheduled at the same time and date throughout New During the examination South Wales. When sitting a final examination, a student is required to place their TAFEcard on the top left corner of their desk Students should be familiar with the following rights to enable a student identity verification. and responsibilities in relation to these examinations. At all times follow directions given by the supervisor. Examination timetable Failure to comply with such directions will be considered You are responsible for checking the examination a serious breach of discipline and could result in a ‘fail’ timetable dates and times, either at your campus or result for the examination. online notifications. You must sit each examination at the campus of enrolment for that subject. All final/formal examination papers include ten minutes reading time. During reading time, you can make If circumstances arise which prevent you from notes on the question paper but must NOT commence attending the correct campus you MUST seek approval working through the questions until the supervisor IN WRITING from both your campus of enrolment and gives permission. If the answers are to be written on the campus where you wish to sit the examination. the question paper all notes should be written on note This notification should be done shortly after enrolment paper supplied by the campus. If you have a query, or at least 4 weeks before the examination date. or require another answer booklet, raise your hand for assistance. Approval will only be given where circumstances prevent you attending the campus of the unit/subject In a formal examination, you must not leave the room enrolment. If you are a TAFE Digital or Block Release within 30 minutes of the examination start unless student you should notify your enrolment campus of accompanied by a supervisor. the location where you wish to sit your examination. If you do not attempt any questions you must write your name, course, examination subject, and “No questions Clash of exams attempted” on your answer booklet, paper or online test. If you have two examinations scheduled for the same The “no questions submitted” statement must be signed time and date, give WRITTEN notification to your on paper-based examinations. Campus manager who will arrange for you to sit one of the examinations earlier, or later, in the day. (Please give When the supervisor closes the examination, all reasonable notice to ensure there is sufficient time for work is to cease immediately. Before you submit your these arrangements to be made.) You will be supervised examination responses, check that your details have during breaks between the two examinations. been completed in all the required fields at the front and throughout the examination pages. When attempting On the day of the examination paper-based examinations, make sure that your details appear on the front of every booklet and on any sheets You should be seated for the final examination at least of paper which contain answers. If more than one 15 minutes before the scheduled starting time. If you booklet has been used, place all other booklets and arrive more than 30 minutes after the starting time you loose pages inside the first booklet. Indicate on the first will NOT be permitted to attempt the examination. booklet the total number of answer booklets used. Before the examination starts you must place all notes, If the question paper is not restricted (restricted papers cases, bags and other items which are not authorised have a yellow cover), or does not require the answers to for the purpose of the examination at the front or rear of be written on it, you may take it with you when leaving the room. the room. Mobile telephones and iPods and other communication devices must be switched off. Under NO circumstances Behaviour during assessments and examinations can they be used in the examination room. You are entitled to sit for your assessments and/or examination in conditions which are free of disruption Complete the “name slip” issued by the supervisor, who from the supervisors and other students, except where will collect it during the examination. the supervisor is conveying information relevant to the conduct of the examination. © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E STUDENT GUIDE 2019
14 If you engage in disorderly, offensive or aggressive You are able to request a review of your results if conduct towards the supervisor or other students, you have a valid reason, or you can ask for special you can be told to leave the assessment location consideration. You may also lodge a formal complaint or examination room and may be ‘failed’ in the about the assessment process or decision. assessment/examination. If you wish to request a review of your results, contact your teacher or head teacher. Malpractice Malpractice is where any action taken by a person If they are unavailable, contact a Customer Service gives that person, or another person, an unfair Centre officer, at the college where the result was advantage, or disadvantages another person in any recorded, and within 14 days of receiving your results if assessment situation, including an examination. If you want to lodge an appeal. you engage in malpractice, such as copying, using unauthorised notes or aids, or exposing your worked Your teacher will either address the appeal papers so that another student may copy them, you in accordance with TAFE NSW procedures on will be liable to disciplinary action. reassessment and review of results or refer the matter to an educational manager, where appropriate. The The penalties for malpractice in an examination range relevant educational manager’s contact details and from ‘failure’ in the subject being examined to exclusion availability will be listed in the assessment information from the campus for a specific period of time. Charges provided to you when you commenced your study. may be laid by the police. The process for appeals on assessment matters Missed examinations must address and record any complaints or concerns expressed by students. Such complaints or concerns If you miss an examination, or if you know beforehand might relate to misinformation provided by a member of that you cannot attend an assessment or final TAFE NSW staff – for example, inadequate or inaccurate examination, you must contact your Teacher or provision of information in relation to assessment Head Teacher. You may be given permission to sit a requirements, the provision of inappropriate learning concessional final examination at the next scheduled materials or refusal to respond appropriately to a examination date. student’s concerns. The appeal process is simple and direct and ensures that students are readily able to Exam/Assessment results register honest concerns. Should you wish to appeal Following your examinations and/or assessments, your the decision, you will be supplied with the relevant results will be determined and checked before being Assessment Policy – TAFE NSW, which is also available made available via the Student Portal. You will also be on the TAFE NSW website. issued a Transcript of Academic record, (your units and their results), at the end of Semester 1 and Semester 2 If you have any questions concerning your Transcript, each year, without charge. including asking a question on whether you have completed all your study for your course/qualification, The transcript is posted to the address identified please contact your campus and/or your Head Teacher. when you enrolled, unless you amend the address by advising your college or you change these details via the Student Portal. PLAGIARISM AND FRAUD Your results will not be released to any other person or Plagiarism is taking the ideas or writings of others and organisation unless you provide your written consent, presenting them as if they were your own work without the records are subpoenaed or it is a legislative acknowledging the original author. Plagiarism is a form requirement. of fraud and entails violating the property of someone else. It is a breach of student conduct and will be You will not receive your results or a transcript or managed under the Student Discipline Policy. testamur if you have any fees outstanding or you do not have a verified USI. Further information on Plagiarism is available via the TAFE NSW Libraries Copyright-Plagiarism LibGuide Appeals Information relating to assessment appeals can be Copyright infringement found in the Higher Education Student Guide for your A copyright owner is entitled to take legal action qualification and the Student Assessment Guides for against a person who infringes copyright. Copyright the units of competency you will study. You will receive infringement occurs when an individual inappropriately this information at your first class. reproduces a work that is protected by copyright. Many works can only be used with the prior written Your results will be checked before you receive your permission of the author. Unless otherwise permitted Transcript of Academic Record. by the Copyright Act 1968, making a copy of another STUDENT GUIDE 2019 © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E
15 person’s published work is an infringement of to your head teacher showing cause as to why you copyright. However, within the Act, you are permitted should be re-enrolled. to make a copy of published work for the purpose of research or study. This is called fair dealing. If you are approved to re-enrol, and the qualification/ A reasonable guide to fair dealing would be: course remains current, your teacher will advise you on the study required to complete your qualification/ One article in a periodical course. Two or more articles (if they relate to the same subject matter) Where this original unit of competency [or qualification/ course] is no longer current, your head teacher will Up to 10% or one chapter of a book discuss the available options including the study requirements in the current version of the unit of Note: Institutions or individuals are liable for competency [or qualification/course]. prosecution under the Copyright Act for infringements of copyright. For more information, see the TAFE NSW Your student fee (or fee exemption) only covers your Libraries Copyright Guide or visit: first attempt at a unit of competency, and further smartcopying.edu.au charges will apply. copyright.org.au Your college librarian can also provide information PATHWAYS TO FURTHER STUDY on copyright TVET The TAFE NSW delivered vocational education and How do I ensure training program (TVET) allows Year 11 and Year 12 school students to get a head start on their vocational I do not infringe education by studying a Vocational Education and copyright? Training (VET) course as part of their Higher School Certificate (HSC). Depending on the course, you may study at TAFE NSW, You must: at your school or at a trade school. Never plagiarise information Some TVET courses will also help you gain a place Respect the intellectual property and copyright of owners and authors of work, at university by contributing to your ATAR, while also including works, ideas and graphics etc. allowing you to get an industry qualification at the on TAFE NSW and other websites same time. For more information please contact a TAFE NSW TVET Consultant or your schools career Always acknowledge the creator or author advisor. of any material published Not make available or use illegal (pirated) copies of copyrighted software on TAFE NSW Degree Programs equipment TAFE NSW has over 25 hands on, employment focused, higher education and degree programs. Many of the VET programs have clear pathways to TAFE NSW degrees and to many university programs. Ask us how to link your current course to an appropriate higher REPEAT OR RESIT A UNIT OF COMPETENCY education pathway. OR ASSESSMENT If you are unable to complete a Unit of Competency, or you don’t pass an exam or assessment which you need CREDIT TRANSFER AGREEMENTS to achieve your qualification, you have the option to Credit transfer is a form of recognition for previous repeat that part of your studies by re-enrolling in that study, based on formal arrangements which have particular unit. A separate fee will be charged for any been negotiated between TAFE NSW and other higher second or further attempt to successfully complete the education providers. Credit transfer can significantly Unit of Competency. Discuss the options available to reduce the time it takes to complete a degree and can you with your teacher or head teacher. take various forms including specified, unspecified and block credits. Currently we have agreements with more Failure in a Unit of Competency (on two occasions) than 20 Australian universities and higher education If you wish to re-enrol in a unit of competency after providers. To apply for credit transfer to a TAFE NSW receiving two fail results in that unit within a three-year degree program or other degree program, speak to period, you are required to submit a request in writing your teacher. © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E STUDENT GUIDE 2019
16 TERTIARY PREPARATION CERTIFICATE DURING YOUR STUDY The Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (TPC) is suitable Withdrawals for people who may not have had the opportunity to If you are not participating and engaging in your qualify for university entry through traditional study assessments and studies on a regular basis, you will pathways such as the Higher School Certificate (HSC). be contacted to determine if you are continuing or The TPC will help develop a broad range of skills withdrawing from your studies. You will be assisted to necessary to gain entry to and succeed in tertiary re-commence your studies, if this is what you request. education and employment. The TPC is considered equivalent to the HSC. If you do not respond to our attempts to contact you, action will be taken to ‘withdraw and discontinue’ your study. TAFE NSW HIGHER EDUCATION If you are considering or deciding to withdraw from TAFE NSW offers a number of degree courses and your course of study, discuss with your teacher or higher education options. These courses have strong head teacher to see if they can assist you in continuing links to employers, providing the practical skills and with your studies. theoretical knowledge to land a job faster. If you decide you can no longer continue your studies, For more information on your degree options visit TAFE you may be eligible to defer your studies for up to 12 NSW Degrees months, or to withdraw and discontinue your studies. For more information on Recognition of Prior Learning You may still be liable for payment of your course fees. (RPL) and Credit Transfer It is important to let your teacher know, in writing, as soon as possible. The Withdrawal Form is available to More Pathways information is at Study Options on the give this written advice and can be emailed to your TAFE NSW website. teacher or your campus/enrolment location. Deferring your study If you are studying a course subsidised by the NSW Government, you may want to withdraw and defer your studies for up to a maximum of 12 months. This can be a combination of deferral periods. If you do wish to defer your studies you need to: Discuss and notify your teacher or head teacher Read thoroughly, then complete and submit a TAFE NSW application to withdraw, identifying that you are deferring your studies, the period you wish to defer and when you will return to study When your application has been processed you will receive a Transcript of Results achieved (if any). Any unit/s attempted /not completed within your enrolled qualification will record a withdrawn (WN) result, and the student fee or fee exemption covers this first attempt at these unit/s. When you return to study after your deferment, you will need to pay an additional fee for the second attempt at these unit/s. If studies are not resumed in the maximum 12-month period, you will be withdrawn and your study will be discontinued in this course. Students who defer studies are responsible for contacting their head teacher to negotiate resumption of studies to meet the 12-month deadline. STUDENT GUIDE 2019 © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E
17 Discontinuing your study FEES AND PAYMENT If you are studying a course and wish to discontinue your studies you need to: A fee applies for most TAFE NSW courses and must be paid at enrolment, and before you can access/ Notify your teacher or head teacher participate/attend class and/or learning materials. When Submit a TAFE NSW application to withdraw. you enrol into TAFE NSW training which is online delivery Please read this form thoroughly before submitting. (e.g. a TAFE Digital course), your commencement of study is your enrolment date. When your application has been processed and any outstanding fees have been finalised, you will receive The amount you pay depends on the type of course a Transcript of Results achieved. Any attempted or non you study and on your personal circumstances. completed units within your enrolled qualification will result in a withdrawn (WN). Please ensure you have paid your fees, or your fee instalment, by the due date, or you won’t be allowed to If you wish to return to complete this qualification, your start or continue your course, or have access to training fees will be determined on the access and eligibility materials and services, and you will not be issued a criteria current at that time. transcript or testamur. The minimum first fee instalment is $80.00, and this amount is non-refundable. For students who have a VET Student Loan, you are required to withdraw in writing using the VET Student You will need to pay your fees (or the first fee Loan withdrawal form. instalment) before accessing/participating/attending classes/learning materials and they must be paid It is important that you withdraw from a unit of study in full in order for you to receive your qualification prior to its census date if you cannot complete that and testamur. period of study. Please see the VET Student Loan ‘withdrawal and refunds’ information on the TAFE NSW Payments are made by cheque, EFTPOS, money order, website. BPAY (using your TAFE NSW Fee Statement) or credit card (MasterCard or Visa) through the Student Portal For students enrolled in degrees, there are different or by phoning the Customer Service Centre. We do not forms and conditions. See the information at TAFE NSW accept cash. Degrees and at For Students and Graduates. If paying by cheque or money order, please make it TAFE NSW reserves the right to: payable to ‘TAFE NSW’ then write your name, address and course number on the reverse side. Withdraw and/or cancel the delivery of a course Offer and run a course at a location or delivery Where another person or entity, such as your employer, pattern other than that advertised makes arrangement to pay the student fee on your Alter the fees, times or dates for the whole or any behalf, they will be sent an invoice to make the part of a course necessary payment. However, you remain liable for the student fee so if this other party does not pay, then you Not guarantee that you will be able to complete are liable to pay. your course at the location where you first enrolled, at the times or on the days or in the manner you were first offered Registered NSW New Entrant Trainees accessing the Smart and Skilled subsidised training are eligible for Offer you a new/alternative course if the the capped qualification fee. course has been updated in line with national industry standards Registered NSW apprentices accessing Smart and Skilled subsidised training, who commence their If any of these course changes become necessary, training on or after 1 July 2018, are eligible for a Fee you will be advised of the changes and the alternative Free Apprenticeship. Apprentices who commence their arrangements which may be available for you to training before 1 July 2018 are eligible for the capped complete your course. qualification fee. Visit Fee Free Apprenticeships for more information. TAFE NSW is not liable for any loss, expense or inconvenience such changes may cause. The existing worker trainee is a person who has been working full-time in a business for longer than three months before being offered a traineeship, and is not eligible to access the Smart and Skilled subsidised training or capped qualification fee. For VET Student Loan eligible courses, you must have applied for a VET Student Loan (VSL) or paid the fee for © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E STUDENT GUIDE 2019
18 that unit of study by the census date, as well as any have your student fee amended and future instalment ‘gap’ amount not covered by the VET Student Loan. payments recalculated. If you are a NSW registered apprentice and commenced Help with fees your training on or after 1 July 2018, you may also be TAFE NSW is registered for VET Student Loan (VSL) eligible for a Fee Free Apprenticeship. program and FEE-HELP, and supports students who meet the eligibility requirements to gain access to these Smart and Skilled eligibility status for a Concession Commonwealth Government student loans schemes. Fee or Fee Exemption If you started government subsidised training on or VET Student Loan. The VSL program allows eligible after 1 January 2017 and you are enrolled under Smart students to repay their tuition loan fees for approved and Skilled conditions you may be eligible for a fee diplomas or advanced diplomas. Learn about VSL and exemption or a fee concession where you did not check your eligibility. declare your disability status or concession status or identity as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander FEE-HELP. FEE-HELP is a student loan that lets you (ATSI) at time of enrolment and you meet the eligibility study now and pay later. conditions for the status amendment. A status change and amendment to your student fee will be considered Additional charges during the time of the course enrolment. You should In addition to the NSW Smart and Skilled student fee, contact your teacher/head teacher or customer concession fee or fee-for-service amount, there may service officer of your enrolment location. You will need be some additional charges to cover the costs of to demonstrate that you met the eligibility conditions undertaking your training. for a fee exemption or fee concession at the time of your enrolment and continually since then during the Course specific costs: time of the course enrolment. Essential equipment and other items that become your property for example, protective clothing, chef Where you are eligible for a concession fee, you will knives, licence fees have your student fee amended or be eligible for a refund if you have paid more than the concession fee. An optional charge for an item that is not essential for you to complete your training, for Where you are eligible for a fee exemption, you will be example the campus may provide florist students refunded any student fee you have paid. with standard flowers however if you would like to use exotic flowers you would need to purchase the exotic flowers Refunds A refund of the student fee you have paid may be given An optional charge of an alternative form of access in the following circumstances: to an item or service that is an essential component of the training. For example, a textbook required Where you enrolled in a course that has been for the qualification is made available online. If you cancelled by TAFE NSW prefer the textbook as a hardcopy you will need to purchase the textbook Where you have overpaid your fee Field trips, food, transport and accommodation Where you have paid the Smart and Skilled fee and, costs associated with the provision of field trips after commencement of study, you are granted that form part of the training a fee exemption dated to the time of your course enrolment Any textbook you require to undertake the qualification that becomes your property Where you formally advise the campus in writing prior to the start of your course, where the training is for more than one (1) week duration, that you wish All TAFE NSW fees and charges are reviewed to withdraw on a yearly basis and are subject to change. Where, for training less than one (1) week duration, NSW Smart and Skilled fees are reviewed annually you formally advise the campus in writing at least by Training Services NSW. five (5) business days prior to the start of your course that you wish to withdraw Fees for apprentices and trainees Other circumstances where you may be eligible for a If you enrol in an approved apprenticeship or partial refund or amendment to your fee (and future traineeship course without evidence of being an fee instalments) include: apprentice or a trainee, you will be asked to pay the Where you withdraw from your study after the Smart and Skilled fee for the qualification. start of your course, your partial refund will depend on the amounts you have pre-paid against future If you subsequently provide evidence that you were an scheduled fee instalments. (Note: there is a $80 apprentice or a trainee at the time you enrolled, you will non-refundable first fee instalment and if there are STUDENT GUIDE 2019 © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E
19 no pre-paid amounts you will not be eligible for a MAKING A COMPLAINT fee refund.) Where you have paid the full Smart and Skilled We are constantly improving the way we work so if you student fee but then receive Youth Allowance or have a problem with, or complaint about, TAFE NSW, Austudy within two weeks of the course start date you can report it to any TAFE NSW employee. They and become eligible for a concession fee, your will record your concerns so they can be dealt with student fee (and future fee instalments) will confidentially and promptly. be amended Where you have paid the full Smart and Skilled We recommend you talk to someone as soon as the student fee and you have been granted credit situation arises. In the first instance, we recommend transfer or recognition of prior learning after you discuss the situation with your teacher, however, commencing your study, your fee (and future you may prefer to contact the head teacher in your fee instalments) will be amended area of study, a TAFE NSW counsellor or the campus manager. Find out more about TAFE NSW Student Fees and Refund Policy. Complaints can be made via the online feedback form. You may also submit your complaint on a suggestion or complaints form, available from teaching and CONSUMER PROTECTION administration staff, or online via the TAFE NSW website/s. TAFE NSW has a reputation as a safe, progressive and dynamic place to study. TAFE NSW aims to If you are enrolled in a Smart and Skilled qualification provide an environment to support quality training and if your issue cannot be resolved at the at the to benefit individuals, industry, business and the TAFE NSW level, you can also contact the Smart and wider community. Skilled Customer Support Centre to seek assistance, ask for advice, make a complaint or provide feedback. As a TAFE NSW student you have a right to: You can do this by phone on 1300 772 104, or in person Expect that your education and training will at a State Training Services Centre. be consistent with the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) regulations and Smart and For more information see the TAFE NSW Complaint Skilled Contract requirement Management Policy. Be informed about personal information that is collected about you and the right to review and correct that information Access to TAFE NSW feedback and complaints handling process With rights come responsibilities and as a student in TAFE NSW your responsibilities include: Providing true, accurate and complete information to TAFE NSW Behaving in a responsible and ethical manner There are designated Consumer Protection Officers within TAFE NSW to assist you. See the TAFE NSW Consumer Protection Policy. © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E STUDENT GUIDE 2019
20 RIGHTS AND You can appeal against certain penalties. Your penalty might then be reduced, removed, or increased – refer to RESPONSIBILITIES Student Discipline. As a student, you have the right to: Know your rights and responsibilities and what Be treated fairly and with respect by teachers, you can expect from TAFE NSW. other staff and students Learn in an environment free of discrimination and harassment WHEN YOU ENROL WITH TAFE NSW Participate in and pursue your educational goals in a supportive and stimulating learning environment (once student fees are paid or fee When you enrol with TAFE NSW, the collection, storage, exemption granted) use and disclosure of any personal information you provide is protected under the Privacy and Personal Have access to counselling Information Protection Act 1998 and Privacy and Have your TAFE NSW records and personal Personal Information Protection Regulation 2005. Any information stored and maintained in a confidential, health information you provide is protected under the secure and professional manner Health Records and Information Privacy Act 2002. Receive information about your course, the assessment requirements and procedures, health Any information we ask you to provide will only be that and safety requirements, and information about which is necessary for the purposes of your course support services enrolment, learning and study records. Information provided will be held securely and disposed of securely Receive information on your progress in the course when no longer needed. in a timely and professional manner Modify your learning plan if your circumstances During your enrolment with TAFE NSW, you will change, in consultation with educational staff be advised of and asked to acknowledge your Present recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit acceptance/understanding of the Student Privacy transfer (CT) at the commencement and within the Statement, Smart & Skilled Consent and your consent duration of your studies to access information held by the Department of Human Services (Centrelink). A review of your results A review of other decisions affecting your These are detailed at “Know your Rights and progress, including an appeal, if charged with Responsibilities” on the TAFE NSW website. a breach of discipline Discontinue your studies, advising by the appropriate notification process STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Lodge a complaint or suggestion for improvement TAFE NSW aims to provide you with the opportunity without fear of victimisation or retribution to study, learn and develop skills in a safe and supportive environment. When you sign your enrolment form or enrol online (and pay your fees/fee instalment, or be granted a fee exemption), you agree to follow TAFE NSW policies and procedures and that you will abide by these conditions. It is also a declaration that all the information you have provided is true and correct. TAFE NSW policies and procedures are available on the TAFE NSW website, in TAFE NSW libraries and at the campus at which you enrol. When you commence your studies, you will be provided with information and procedures relating to examinations and course assessments and results. You may be penalised if you disrupt your class, harass students or teachers, damage property, cheat in examinations or otherwise act in a way contrary to the good conduct of TAFE NSW. STUDENT GUIDE 2019 © TAFE NSW 2019 RTO 90003 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E
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