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1 STUDENT GUIDE 2018 TAFE NSW 2018 RTO 91430 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E1BE AMBITIOUS2018 STUDENT GUIDESTUDENT GUIDE 2018 TAFE NSW 2018 RTO 91430 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E2 Feb-185 February 2018 MondaySemester One, Term One beginsApr-1815 April 2018 SundaySemester One, Term One ends16 April - 29 April 2018 Monday to SundayAutumn vacation30 April 2018 MondaySemester One, Term Two beginsJun-1824 June 2018 SundaySemester One, Term Two endsJul-189 July to 22 July 2018 Monday to SundayWinter vacation23 July 2018 MondaySemester Two, Term Three beginsSep-1830 September 2018 MondaySemester Two, Term Three endsOct-181 October to 14 October 2018 Monday to SundaySpring vacation15 October 2018 MondaySemester Two, Term Four BeginsDec-189 December 2018 SundaySemester Two, Term Four ends2018 SEMESTER-BASEDVET STUDENT CALENDARH igher Education Students please use the Academic Calendar GUIDE 2018 TAFE NSW 2018 RTO 91430 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591E3 Whatever your study goals are, we want to make your time at TAFE NSW as enjoyable, safe and rewarding as possible.

2 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 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 student guide provides the links and information you will need as you study with TAFE 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 TO TAFE NSWWELCOME TO TAFE NSW4 CONTENTSSUPPORTING YOUR EDUCATION 5 LIBRARIES 5 COUNSELLING AND CAREERS 5 DISABILITY SERVICES

3 5 ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER SUPPORT 5 MULTICULTURAL SERVICES 6 HELP WITH LEARNING 6 AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS 6 WORLDSKILLS 6 ON CAMPUS 7 STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS 7 STUDENT PORTAL 7 YOUR DEVICES AND IT

4 7 PUBLIC TRANSPORT AND CONCESSIONS 8 TAFECARD 8 AUTHORITY TO PUBLISH 8 CHILDCARE SERVICES 8 YOUR FACILITIES TO ENJOY AND LEARN IN 8 PARKING AND PERSONAL PROPERTY 9 ANIMAL CARE POLICY

5 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)

6 11 COURSE REQUIREMENTS - SAFE HANDLING OF VOLATILE SUBSTANCES AND PPE 11 ASSESSMENTS AND EXAMS 12 MISSING OR LATE ASSESSMENTS 12 FINAL/FORMAL EXAMINATIONS 13 PLAGIARISM AND FRAUD 14 REPEAT OR RESIT A UNIT OF COMPETENCY OR ASSESSMENT 15 PATHWAYS TO FURTHER STUDY 15 CREDIT TRANSFER AGREEMENTS 15 TERTIARY PREPARATION CERTIFICATE

7 16 TAFE NSW HIGHER EDUCATION 16 DURING YOUR STUDY 16 FEES AND PAYMENT 17 CONSUMER PROTECTION 18 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 20 WHEN YOU ENROL WITH TAFE NSW 20 STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 20 TAFE NSW RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

8 22 MANAGEMENT OF RISK OF HARM TO STUDENTS AND STAFF 22 WORK PLACEMENTS AND CERTIFICATES OF INSURANCE 22 HARASSMENT AND DISCRIMINATION 23 STUDENT CONDUCT 24 COMPLAINTS 255 STUDENT GUIDE 2018 TAFE NSW 2018 RTO 91430 | HEP PRV12049 | CRICOS Provider Code 00591 EAt TAFE NSW we want to see you succeed.

9 That s why we offer support at every step of the way. Our values, our people, our facilities and our personalised support set us apart and ensure you receive the highest quality education and state-wide library network provides access to the latest digital and print resources, and is run by professional library staff who can help you with research and support with your studies. Facilities include: Individual, group study and social spaces Access to computers Photocopying and printingCOUNSELLING AND CAREERSTAFE NSW offers free career counselling services to assist prospective students with making career and study plans. After you enrol, you can discuss educational, career, personal and wellbeing concerns with TAFE NSW Counsellors to help you achieve your study SERVICES If you have a disability or medical condition whether it is physical or psychiatric, temporary or permanent we may be able to offer you a range of disability support services to assist you with your enrolment as well as your education and training.

10 Let us know what your needs are as soon as possible so we can offer support that s right for you. Disabilities services supports people with a disability to have access, support and equal opportunities when studying at TAFE, and this may include: In class support Tutorial support Assessment adjustments Modified learning materials Adaptive and assistive technology Reasonable adjustment for students with a disabilityIf you have a disability you may be eligible for Reasonable Adjustment during your Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) through the Disability Standards for Education requires providers to take reasonable steps to enable the stu