Central Regional TAFE Student Code of Conduct (OM018P)

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1 has standards and expectations in relation to student behaviour aimed at promoting a high quality learning environment which is safe, enjoyable and enables both staff and students to perform to the best of their ability. By enrolling at a student agrees to comply with the College By-laws. The Student Code of Conduct and related policies are an expansion of the By-laws and provide further guidance as to acceptable behaviour within the College s environment. The Student Code of Conduct also applies to visitors to the College and students living in the Residential Village. All members of the College community are responsible for ensuring students behave in accordance with the standards set out within the Student Code of Conduct. If you feel a fellow student is in breach of the Code you have a responsibility to inform a staff member. Disciplinary procedures may occur as a result of a breach of the Student Code of Conduct, including sanctions set out within the College By-laws. If an act in breach of the Student Code of Conduct is also considered an illegal act, the relevant authorities will be contacted. The expectations of student behaviour are based upon students treating staff and fellow students with courtesy, respect and care. The Student Code of Conduct outlined below will assist students to meet these expectations whilst studying at. Commitment to Learning Students attend to learn, therefore students must not act in a way that interferes directly or indirectly with the learning of others or that obstructs staff from carrying out their duties. Students are expected to develop and use adult learning skills and take responsibility for their own learning. This includes: Regularly attending classes and activities on time Meeting all learning and assessment expectations and due dates Acting honestly and fairly in undertaking a CRT assessment, test, report or other work Discussing any questions or issues about their progress with their Lecturer Providing constructive feedback about their experience at the College through the Learner Questionnaire or through a Quality Feedback Station situated throughout the College Fees apply to all training programs, they vary depending on the type of course. There is an expectation that students will pay all fees and purchase the textbooks or equipment required to complete their course. In cases of financial hardship CRT can make arrangements for the altered/extended payment of fees. If you would like to discuss such an arrangement please contact a Client Services staff member. Respect Whilst attending all students can expect a safe and enjoyable learning environment that enables them to perform to the best of their ability. In order to achieve this aim both staff and students within the CRT community are required to act respectfully toward others. This means: Being honest Treating people with courtesy, consideration and sensitivity Respecting the lawful beliefs and customs of others Page 1 of 5 Date last reviewed: 17 April 2012

2 Communicating openly and using appropriate language Following the reasonable instructions of any CRT staff member All students also have a right to enjoy the facilities at. In order to protect this right all students are expected to have respect for College property. Any act of misuse, vandalism, theft, malicious or unwarranted damage, defacing, disfiguring or unsafe or unauthorised use of property is in violation of the Student Code of Conduct, the College By-laws, and may be against the law. College property includes but is not limited to: Buildings Plant and Equipment Telephones Vehicles Learning Materials Library Materials Computer Hardware, Software and other Technologies Fire Alarms and Equipment Safety and Security Devices Bullying Bullying will not be tolerated in the classroom or elsewhere on CRT campuses. Types of bullying include: Loud and abusive language Yelling and screaming Unexplained rages Bribery or blackmail Unjustified criticism and insults Humiliation, belittling or undermining of a person Students should report any incidents of bullying to their Lecturer or a Client Services staff member. Sex Based Harassment All people have the right to learn in an environment which is free from sex-based harassment. Harassment of a sexual nature is not tolerated at and is unlawful under the Equal Opportunity Act. What is sexual harassment? Any unwelcome behaviour which is sexual in nature and which involves improper assumptions by one person in respect to another. Sexual harassment can take numerous forms including but not limited to: Unwelcome physical touching, hugging or kissing Staring or leering at someone, or at parts of their body Suggestive comments or jokes Insults or taunts based on sex Sexually explicit pictures, s or text messages Intrusive questions or comments about a person s private life or body Students should report any incidents of sexual harassment to their Lecturer or a Client Services staff member. Page 2 of 5 Date last reviewed: 17 April 2012

3 Use of Technology As a courtesy to staff and other students, students are asked to turn off their mobile phones and ipods (or similar devices) during all lectures and practical sessions. Individual arrangements may be made with Lecturers regarding mobile phones in special circumstances. The standards for the conduct of students who use computers, the Internet and network services are available when logging on to the Student Network. Students should make themselves aware of these standards and abide by them. Safety Students must take reasonable care for their own health and safety on campus and avoid harming the health or risking the safety of others. College safety procedures must be adhered to. Students should immediately advise an College staff member if they have concerns for their personal safety whilst participating in training or on College grounds. Dress Standards One of the aims of studying at is to prepare students for work. Therefore it is expected that whilst participating in College activities students will dress in a manner that is neat, clean and safe, as would be expected in the workplace. This includes: Wearing clothing in accordance with occupational health and safety requirements. Lecturers will inform students of specific Occupational Health and Safety dress standards that apply to their industry area. Wearing footwear within and around College campuses at all times. Not wearing any clothing that is likely to offend others because of slogans, cartoons, or any symbol or graphic work to provoke, intimidate, condemn or ridicule others; or because of its lack of decency, modesty or cleanliness. Workshop Dress Standards Clothing: The minimum Workshop Dress Standard is appropriate work clothing ie: King Gee, Hard Yakka or similar protective clothing. Clothing must provide adequate cover and be reasonably close fitting with no torn parts that can be caught. Loose clothing in a practical activity could become a hazard. Hair: Long hair must be restrained with heavy-duty safety hair net or a beret type cap that fully encloses the hair. Beanies, elastic bands, forage caps, etc are acceptable (except in Hospitality where hair nets must be worn at all times in the Kitchen). Footwear: Steel capped shoes or boots that comply with the Australian Safety Standards criteria are mandatory in all workshops. Covered shoes are mandatory in all areas and art rooms. Glasses: Safety glasses must be worn by every person working in or entering areas where safety glasses are required. Ear Protection: Ear protection must also be worn in designated areas or as required by Lecturers. Students are expected to observe the above standards from the first day of attendance at this College. Students not complying will NOT be permitted to enter workshops. Lecturers are authorised to deny students access to any class if the standards are not observed. In such cases Lecturers then: Page 3 of 5 Date last reviewed: 17 April 2012

4 a) Send students to the Library for quiet study b) Notify the employer (parent/guardian) that the student did not participate in that class for failing to wear adequate safe clothing. Following either of the above, a letter will be sent to the employer/parent stating that the student was absent (including period of time) because of inadequate/unsafe clothing. Medical Conditions During the time of study, students may develop an illness or become sick. Should this occur prior to classes commencing students (or parents/guardians) are asked to contact the College to advise that they will not be attending class (and if known, state the period of time that they are expected to be away). If the sickness develops during the day, the student may ask to leave class early to go home. o If the student is under 18, parents/guardians will need to be contacted to pick the student up from the campus. o If no contact can be made, the student must be sent to the First Aid room until the normal finish time of class. In cases where students are participating in class and they are deemed to have a contagious illness or disorder, such as head lice, flu, etc students will be asked to leave class so that other students are not at risk of developing the same illness/disorder. If the student is under 18, parents/guardians will need to be contacted to pick up the student from the campus. If a student is deemed as having a contagious illness or disorder prior to going on workplacement, they may be advised that they cannot participate in this activity as they may also affect external clients that may be in contact with. College Policies Policies have been developed to assist students to successfully participate in the CRT environment. All students are required to comply with the following College policies which are available from the Student Portal: Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy Smoking Restriction Policy Student Computer Acceptable Use Policy Managing Student Behaviour Policy Responsibility to Learners What can you expect from the College? Students can expect staff to treat them with the same courtesy, respect and care that is expected of students. has a Code of Practice which outlines its commitment of service to all students. It outlines the services provided, service standards, information about how to contact the College, and what to do if a student is not happy with the College s services. The level of client service that can be expected from College staff is based on the following principles: Prompt service: CRT aims to reply to all enquiries in a prompt and timely way, providing the requested information in the relevant format. Page 4 of 5 Date last reviewed: 17 April 2012

5 Openness: CRT will provide all relevant information on our products and services upon request and in an appropriate format. The College will also have information for clients located at each campus. Communicating effectively: The College works to ensure you can find out what you need to know in a clear and effective manner. Quality training: We will provide industry relevant training that will allow you to learn the skills and knowledge required to succeed in your chosen vocation. Are you under the Age of 18? If you are under 18 years old, CRT has a Duty of Care for your safety and wellbeing while you are at the College or participating in off campus activities organised by CRT (as outlined in the TAFE Duty of Care Policy for Minors Attending TAFE Colleges ). This will be discussed with you and your parent/guardian at enrolment time. Some key points to remember are: If you are absent from a scheduled class we will report this to your parent/guardian If you are an apprentice we report your absence to your employer. If your Lecturer has planned an off campus activity (camp or excursion) we must obtain your parent s/guardian s permission for you to attend. Where to go for further information If you have questions about the Student Code of Conduct please discuss these with your Lecturer, the Training Director of your area or Client Services. All incidents of bullying or sexual harassment should be reported immediately to your Lecturer or Client Services on Additional general information about can be found on our website: Page 5 of 5 Date last reviewed: 17 April 2012

CODE OF CONDUCT POLICY

CODE OF CONDUCT POLICY PURPOSE This policy will provide guidelines to: establish a standard of behaviour for the Approved Provider (if an individual), Nominated Supervisor, Certified Supervisor, educators