Welcome to the Australian Learning Group Orientation. ALG Term 1_ 18 Orientation Melbourne 1801A

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Welcome to the Australian Learning Group Orientation ALG Term 1_ 18 Orientation Melbourne 1801A

Overview Introduction Aims of Australian Learning Group Qualifications offered Timetables, Term Holidays and Course Structure Working With Children check About Australian Learning Group Rules and Information Location/Facilities/Contact details Staff and Staff Availability Evacuation Student Portal Class Rules, Gym Etiquette and Dance Studio Rules Attendance and Course Progress, Illness and Catch up classes Assessment Rules Certificates/Results USI College Policies and Legal Requirements Student Visa Conditions and Course Progress Tuition Fees, Refund Policy, Deferrals, Appeals and Complaints Insurance and Registration Treatment Logbook

Where are you from? Let s do a quick poll of where everyone is from. How many countries are represented in this room? What do you hope to gain from your course? Do you have friends here already? Why did you choose this course?

Why is culture so important? Our students, trainers and administration staff are from very diverse backgrounds. Culture affects the way we do things and the way we perceive other people Be patient, respectful and kind with your fellow students and College staff, you may find that different cultures mean misunderstandings are common.

Aim of Australian Learning Group Our mission is to provide you with an excellent preparation for your future career. We achieve this with a team of experienced and dedicated professionals.

Trading as Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30315) 9 months (3 terms) Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40215) 9 months (3 terms) Diploma of Sport & Recreation Management General Program (SIS50115) 12 months (4 terms) Diploma of Sport & Recreation Management Fitness Program (SIS50115) 12 months (4 terms) Certificate IV in Massage Therapy (HLT42015) 9 months (3 terms) Diploma of Remedial Massage General Program (HLT52015) 18 months (6 terms) Diploma of Remedial Massage Specialisation Program (HLT52015) 24 months (8 terms) Certificate III in Assistant Dance Teaching (CUA30313) 12 months (4 terms) Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management (CUA40313) 12 months (4 terms) CRICOS CODE 03071E (NSW, WA, VIC, QLD)

Trading as Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113) 9 months (3 terms) Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care ((CHC50113 24 months (8 terms) Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) (CHC33015) 9 months (3 terms) Certificate IV in Ageing Support (SIS50115) 12 months (4 terms) Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) (CHC33015) 9 months (3 terms) Certificate IV in Disability (CHC43115) 12 months (4 terms) Diploma of Community Services (CHC52015) 24 months (8 terms) Diploma of Mental Health (CHC53315) 24 months (8 terms) Diploma of Counselling (CHC51015) 18 months (6 terms)

Term Dates and Time Tables www.acsf.edu.au/pdf/timetable_is_sydney.pdf www.dancecollege.com.au/docs/is_timetable_sydney.pdf Holiday Periods are approximately two weeks between terms. Over December/January (Term 4 Holidays) the break is approximately 6 weeks.

Course Structure - Fitness Example 1 Theory (2 x Lessons p/w AM OR PM) Practical (2 x Lessons p/w AM OR PM) No contact sports in practicals What to wear for practical classes? Course Content DAY 1 DAY 2 PRACTICAL (4 hours) PRACTICAL (4 hours) THEORY (3.5 hours) THEORY (3.5 hours) Example 2 DAY 1 DAY 2 THEORY (3.5 hours) PRACTICAL (4 hours) THEORY (3.5 hours) PRACTICAL (4 hours) Please note: We will provide you with your relevant course structure.

Course Structure - Dance Theory (2 x Lessons p/w AM OR PM) Practical (2 x Lessons p/w AM OR PM) What to wear for practical classes? Wear any suitable attire to theory classes. Wear fitted dance wear for practical classes so that trainers can assess and correct your posture and alignment. Students must dress appropriately and modestly. Street shoes are not permitted on the dance floor. Please wear ballet or jazz shoes or dance sneakers. Example 1 DAY 1 DAY 2 PRACTICAL (3.75 hours) PRACTICAL (3.75 hours) THEORY (3.75 hours) THEORY (3.75 hours) Example 2 DAY 1 DAY 2 THEORY (3.75 hours) THEORY (3.75 hours) PRACTICAL (3.75 hours) PRACTICAL (3.75 hours) Please note: We will provide you with your relevant course structure.

Working With Children - Dance As Dance students will be routinely working with children during this qualification, you will be required to have a working with children check. The check is free for volunteers and students. The steps are as follows: Students to apply online - http://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/working-withchildren/working-with-children-check Upon receipt of the application number, students need to visit a Service NSW Centre https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/service-centre with the online application number and proof of identify. Students must provide 100 points of ID to Service NSW Centre. Once students have received the clearance letter, please email this to Sydney@dancecollege.com.au If students receive negative notice, please see Student Services Team immediately. Students need to provide our College with photocopies of 100 points of ID as well as bring the 100 points of ID and the clearance letter on the first visit to public school.

Massage Timetable Timetables are issued via email in advance of every term commencement Timetables may vary from term to term Students enrolled in all Massage qualifications will be required to attend Student Massage Clinic on every Friday in addition to the scheduled study days, from 2nd term of study and onwards.

Course Structure - Massage All theory and practical massage classes are 3.5 hours Student clinic sessions are 4 hours First Term: Practical (2 x Lessons p/w) Theory (2 x Lessons p/w) Future Terms Practical (1 x lesson p/w) Theory (2 x lessons p/w) Student Clinic (Fridays and/or Saturdays) Please note: We will provide you with your relevant course structure.

Clarence Street Campus Location and Facilities Facilities Close to convenient stores and cafes Communal microwave available for use in Student Area Student Area available Hot and cold water filter (please bring your own water bottle) Public Transport Australian Learning Group is located in the CBD of Sydney and is close to public transport. Closest train stations are: Town Hall, Wynyard, Martin Place and Central. Major Buses leave from the Queen Victoria Building (York Street) or Clarence Street.

Kent Street Campus Location and Facilities Facilities Close to convenient stores and cafes Communal microwave and fridges available for use in Student Area Student Area available Hot and cold water filter (please bring your own water bottle) Student Services Team is located at Kent Street Campus Public Transport Australian Learning Group is located in the CBD of Sydney and is close to public transport. Closest train stations are: Town Hall, Wynyard, and Martin Place Major Buses leave at various points in the city ie Queen Victoria Building (York Street), Clarence Street, Elizabeth Street and Druitt

Our Contact Details Australian Learning Group Trading as Australian College of Sport & Fitness, Australian College of Dance and 4Life College Head Office Address: Level 1, 333 Kent Street, Sydney NSW 2000 ALG: 02 9112 4500 www.alg.edu.au ACSF : 02 9112 4599 www.acsf.edu.au ACSF Massage : 02 9112 4555 www.schoolofmassage.com.au ACD: 02 9112 4511 wwwdancecollege.com.au

Meet the Staff Sydney Management Team CEO Matthew Smith National Manager Admissions Suzanne Forrester National Manager Student Services Lina Yap Team Manager Admissions Caroline Lee Team Leader Fitness and Dance (Student Services) Yang Ge Team Leader Massage (Student Services) Izzy Silva ALG Student Services Carmen, Veronica, Leaf, Luke and Rachel Team Leader 4Life (Student Services) Harsha Patel ALG Admissions Shabana, Kowthami, Anna and Umanga

Staff Availability: Enquiries Office Hours are Mondays to Fridays (8:30am to 6:00pm) Students can be assisted with their enquiries at Kent Street Campus during the below times 08:30am-08:45am 12:15pm-01:30pm 05:00pm-06:00pm To ensure a staff member is available for you, it is best to make an appointment. Please note that the Office is closed on Saturday and Sunday

Evacuation: In Case of Emergency (Clarence Street Campus) Familiarise yourself with Emergency Plan in each room and location: Alarm will go off and voice will urge all to leave the building immediately Stay calm Follow Staff s or Trainer s Instructions. In Clarence Street Campus, there are 2 staircases (next to bathrooms, next to kitchenette) DO NOT use the lifts! Assemble at corner of Clarence St and King St Different campuses will have different exits and assembly points First AID facilities kept in the Administration Office

Evacuation: In Case of Emergency (Kent Street Campus) Familiarise yourself with Emergency Plan in each room and location: Alarm will go off and voice will urge all to leave the building immediately Stay calm Follow Staff s or Trainer s Instructions. In Kent Street, there 1 staircase (next to men toilet) DO NOT use the lifts! Assemble at corner of Slip Street Different campuses will have different exits and assembly points First AID facilities kept in the Administration Office

Emergency Contact Details Staff Name Staff Contact Number First Aid Officer Emmanuelle Guenot 02 9112 4599 Facilities Coordinator Carmen Lim 02 9112 4599 WHS Contact Officers Suzanne Forrester 02 9112 4599

ALG Student Handbook ALG Student Handbook Go to www.alg.edu.au

Student Portal Not all features are available as we are still in a transitionary period.

Student Portal The available functions are: Update your profile and emergency contact details Update your USI number or request creation of USI number Make payments for future terms

Student Portal On the go access You can download the RTO Manager Student Portal app onto your phones too Giving you on the go access to make payments and more. Note: NOT all features are available as we are still in a transitionary period. If you can t locate the Student Portal email in your inbox folder, please check your junk or spam folder. If you still can t locate the Student Portal Notification email in your junk or spam folder, please come to reception or contact Student Services Team via phone or email.

Student Portal On the go access

Class Rules Try to practice your English on campus. Classes will be conducted in English. Please do not eat or drink in the classrooms (except bottled water). As a courtesy to your trainer and other students, please turn off mobile phones during class. Phones or smart watches are not permitted during exams. We aim to provide a positive environment and a positive learning experience for all students and trainers alike. Please ensure that your behaviour follows this policy. The Australian workplace requires punctuality so we model this in our College. Ensure that you come on time as we require punctuality and attendance to meet our course requirements. We promote a positive learning environment and do not practice or tolerate any kind of discrimination. If you feel that you have been subjected to any kind of discrimination, intolerance or harassment, please contact Student Services Team immediately.

Preparing for Class Course notes are provided to assist with your learning. Please keep them safe! Your trainer will also provide extensive information through discussion and use of other resources Take notes in order to assist your learning Bring paper and pens to every class Bring a bottle of water to refill at our water filter

Gym Etiquette More information about gym etiquette will be shared with you via email.

Dance Studio Rules

Attendance & Course Progress Fitness & Dance We expect you to come to all of your classes, but we understand that sometimes circumstances make that difficult. As a minimum, a student must be PRESENT for the following per term: A minimum of 16 out of 20 practical classes A minimum of 16 out of 20 theoretical classes This is equal to a minimum requirement of 80% attendance per module That s only 16 days per 3 month term! But please try to make it 20. Each class is equal to 5% attendance.

Attendance & Course Progress - Massage Because most massage classes are only once per week, this means that each class is equal to 10% of attendance. Some massage modules are as little as 4 classes, this means that each class is equal to 25% of attendance. As a minimum, a student must be PRESENT for the following per term: 80% attendance per module Please note: Some modules have special conditions (These are outlined towards the end of this presentation)

Punctuality - Being on time Time has a different meaning in different cultures. What does being on time mean in your culture? (Please be brave and share with us) What do you think being on time means in the Australian culture?

Punctuality - Being on time In Australia, being on time means arriving about 5 minutes early! Being too early is not required, but it is expected that you are early enough so that you are ready for class or work at exactly the right time. Being only 1 minute late is considered rude. Colleagues would consider this bad manners. Clients would consider this a waste of their money and would probably not return!

Punctuality - Being on time In most cases, the College offers you a leniency of 15 minutes at the start of a class. This is to provide a solution for occasional events such as traffic or transport disruptions. After this time, an absence will be recorded. Why? As a vocational education college and a high quality educator, we model the policies of the Australian workplace. The Australian workplace requires punctuality and attendance. It is also a requirement of the National Standards for International Students that we must report on attendance. Absences will also be recorded for early departures or extended breaks. On Time For more information, please refer to the Student Handbook: alg.edu.au/studentinformation/alg-student-handbook/

Modules with Special Conditions For the following modules, we require you to be on time and/or attend 100%. Modules with special conditions for classroom attendance Student Clinic Massage Requirement and reason 100% attendance, no 15 minute leniency. Why? We have real clients from the general public. We can t keep them waiting or leave them without a therapist! First Aid - Dance, Massage and Fitness Short massage modules e.g. Nutrition Safe Practices 100% attendance, no 15 minute leniency. Why? Because First Aid assessment occurs within the first 15 minutes of some of these lessons. If you are late, you will miss your assessment. 100% attendance. Why? Because these classes may only run for a few weeks.

Sickness We understand that from time to time, people can become sick and won t be able to attend classes. Please provide a medical certificate if you are sick and absent (especially if it puts your attendance at risk) We are obligated to monitor attendance regardless of the reason, so an absence supported by a medical certificate is still counted towards your total absences. However, a medical certificate will help you if you need to lodge an appeal if your attendance is too low. For the health and well-being of other students and staff, the College reserves the right to send students home if they are sick.

Attendance Reminders As a student, ensure that you: Are aware of your attendance requirements Meet minimum attendance requirements Book into an available Catch Up classes if you have missed a class ALG will send attendance reminders throughout term to remind you of your minimum attendance requirements Please see Student Services Team if you are concerned about your attendance

Attendance ITR Please make sure that you attend at least 80% of your classes. Remember, it s only 16 full days out of a 3 month term! If you do not meet the minimum attendance requirements for any module, you will receive an Intention to Report (ITR) letter at the end of the study period This could lead to the cancellation of your CoE which may have an affect on your student visa. We don t want this to happen, but we are obligated under the National Standards to report on attendance. If you receive an ITR you may choose to enter the Internal/External Appeal process

Catch Up Classes and Re-sit/Late Submission/Resubmission Catch Up Classes Options: Contact the Student Services Team if you have missed a class or plan to miss a class. Catch Up classes will be offered during term breaks only. We only offer 1 practical Catch Up Class and 1 theory Catch Up Class. Fees apply. Re-sit/Late Submission/Re-submission: To move to a new qualification, you must be competent in your lower qualification first. If you are Not Yet Competent at the end of term, we provide scheduled opportunities to re-sit or re-submit your work. The final date for re-sits or resubmissions will be week 1 of the following term. Theory re-sit examinations are different to the original exam. Fees may apply.

Study Groups Students who have not yet passed an assessment, may require additional assistance and tuition. With this in mind, we are offering FREE study groups in the term breaks to assist students prior to their resit/resubmission dates. Study Groups will be offered to all students who have not yet passed an assessment. One Study Group will be offered in each of the first and second weeks of the holidays (Weeks 11 and 12). These are designed to assist students to pass resits/resubmissions offered in Week 11 and resits/resubmissions in Week 1 of the following term. Study Groups are not compulsory and attendance will not be recorded. Students are invited to attend in order to improve their performance before they resit/resubmit.

QUIZ 1. What was the most common reason people chose to do their course? 2. Where are most people from? 3. What time can you ask for help from Student Services Team? 4. What does the Australian Culture think being on time is? 5. Why is an understanding of culture important? 6. What should I do if I m sick?

Assessment Rules It s really important that assessments are a true reflection of your own skills and knowledge. For this reason, we have a few common sense rules in place Mobile phones or electronic devices can not be used during practical or written assessments If you leave the classroom during an exam, you cannot come back to finish your exam Plagiarism and cheating will result in automatic fail. We will have to issue a formal written warning. We must keep all assessments for compliance. We are happy to show you your test results but we have to keep the papers. Please keep copies of any of your assignments. We have an intervention strategy in place for students who need more assistance to pass their subjects. Refer to Section 5 Assessment and Submission Guidelines of the ALG Student Handbook for further details on Assessment Rules

PLAGIARISM What is plagiarism? Plagiarism is defined as taking someone else s work or ideas and presenting them as your own. Examples include: Copying a classmate s work Copying and pasting paragraphs/ texts from the Internet Copying pages of any book Using someone else s work without referencing appropriately The Cheating & Plagiarism Policy applies to all course assessments. (please refer to your student handbook)

Certificates / Results Your Trainer and Assessor will give you most results in class during term. For any late submissions, resits or resubmissions, it may take 2 weeks for results to be available. Student Graduation is at Week 2 of the following term. This is when you will receive your Certificate. Make sure that you have finalised any fees and submitted all assessments in order to receive your Certificate.

Unique Student Identifier (USI) What is a USI? A USI is a Unique Student Identifier. It is a combination of 10 numbers and letters. The USI is a requirement under Commonwealth legislation and conditions of registration for training organisations. Therefore every student, international or domestic, must have a USI before they are eligible to receive a Qualification or Statement of Attainment as of January 2015. You will need a USI (Unique Student Identifier) to be able to receive your qualification. During the term we will send you an email with instructions on how to create your own USI http://usi.gov.au/training-organisations/documents/factsheet-student- Information-for-the-USI.pdf

VISA Requirements How do you know your visa conditions? Check your Visa Grant Letter If you have a visa label in your passport you will find some of your visa conditions listed, Or you can register at VEVO. www.immi.gov.au

VISA Requirements Remember, you must attend a minimum of 80% of your classes. You must maintain satisfactory course progress. If you change your address, please update your address in the Student Portal. Pay your tuition fees on time. If you want to study at another education provider, you must inform ALG that you wish to cancel your enrolment from your current course. If you have been studying with ALG for less than 6 months of your principal course, you must obtain a Release Letter from us before enrolling with a new education provider. Release letter will only be given for certain reasons of cancellation. It is a requirement that you have health insurance: Overseas Student Health (OSHC) during your stay in Australia.

Tuition Fees Ensure that you pay your fees before you start class Refer to your Letter of Offer for the next payment due date For more information check our website at: www.acsf.edu.au/pdf/timetable_is_sydney.pdf www.dancecollege.com.au/docs/is_timetable_sydney.pdf If you are paying via your agent, please make sure to pay 2 working days earlier to ensure your fees are paid on time. Late payments will result in: A late payment fee of AU$50 per week being late You cannot start your classes until full fees have been paid May lead to cancellation of your CoE (which may affect your student visa)

Payment of Fees Payment of tuition fees and miscellaneous fees, will not be taken at the reception desk Payment options will include: Credit or debit card via Student Portal Credit or debit card via Public Portal EFT (Internet Transfer) Via agent You are encouraged to pay fees via your student portal. Please contact Student Services Team if you have any questions about payment

Refund Policy VISA not granted and student notified ALG (a) before the commencement of the course or (b) after the course has started (a) Refund of 100% of tuition fees paid and Training Resources fee $300 (a) No refund of Enrolment fee and $100 Refund fee applies (b) Partial pro rata refund if student has opted to commence studies without a student visa and then withdraws throughout the course (b) No refund of Enrolment fee, Training Resources fee $300 and $100 Refund fee applies Student gives written notice at least 3 weeks before the term starts Refund of 100% of tuition fees paid Refund of 100% of Training Resources fee $300 No refund of Enrolment fee $100 Refund fee applies Less than 3 weeks before term starts/term has started but student has not given notice No refund of tuition fees paid No refund of Enrolment fee No refund of Training Resources fee $300 For further information about refunds, please refer to the Student Handbook.

Deferrals/Suspensions Are you frequently sick? Are you finding it difficult to cope? Are you in a situation that makes it impossible to continue your studies? A Deferral or Suspension of studies is available if you have compassionate or compelling circumstances. Make an appointment with Student Services Team to get clear instructions about your deferral or suspension.

Complaints Who do you talk to? 1.Your Trainer and Assessor 2. Student Services 3. Team Leader Please do not hesitate to contact us if you feel unhappy about anything at the Australian Learning Group. Our Student Services Team is here to make your studies successful and memorable.

Appeals Process: Internal and External If you are not happy with an ALG decision, you can enter into the Appeals process. Internal Appeal Use the Grievances, Complaints and Appeals Submission Form You have 20 working days to lodge your appeal We give you an answer in 10 working days Make sure that the College receives the appeal within the 20 working day period. If your Appeal relates to an intention to report, and you do not meet this deadline, your CoE may be cancelled. External Appeal Needs to be initiated by you within 10 working days of receiving the outcome of the internal appeals process You need to tell us in writing when you have lodged your appeal External appeals can be lodged with the Overseas Students Ombudsman. They will investigate your appeal at no cost There are also other Third Party Mediators available. Contact our Student Services Team for further information. During an Appeals Process (internal and external), the College must offer to maintain your enrolment.

QUIZ 1. What are your visa requirements? 2. What reasons can you have to defer/suspend your course? 3. What should you do if you are not happy with a decision ALG made? 4. What is plagiarism and how can you avoid it?

Insurance and Registration Fitness Australia Physical Activities Australia Massage Associations- ATMS, AMT, Massage and Myotherapy Australia

Social Media - Fitness Keep up to date with Student information on our dedicated Facebook page for the Melbourne Campus. Like us at: www.facebook.com/acsfsydney

Social Media - Dance Keep up to date with Student information on our dedicated Dance Facebook page. Like us at: www.facebook.com/australiancollegeofdance

Classes Starting Next Week Monday/Thursday Certificate III & IV Fitness Students Class Start Date: Monday 29 January 2018, 8:45am to 5:30pm Please meet at Level 1, 225 Clarence Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 at 8:45am Remember to bring your timetable with you! Monday/Thursday Diploma of SRM Students Class Start Date: Monday 29 January 2018, 8:45am to 5:30pm Please meet at Level 1, 333 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 at 8:45am Remember to bring your timetable with you!

Classes Starting Next Week Tuesday/Wednesday Fitness Students (all qualifications) Class Start Date: Tuesday 30 January 2018, 8:45am to 5:30pm Please meet at Level 1, 333 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 at 8:45am Remember to bring your timetable with you! Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday Fitness Students (Evening Class) Class Start Date: Tuesday 30 January 2018, 5:15pm to 10:00pm Please meet at Level 1, 333 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 at 5:15pm Remember to bring your timetable with you! Dance Students (all qualifications) Class Start Date: Tuesday 30 January 2018, 8:45am to 5:30pm Please meet at Level 1, 333 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 at 8:45am Remember to bring your timetable with you!

Classes Starting Next Week Massage Students (all qualifications) Please meet at Level 1, 225 Clarence Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Refer to the timetable emailed to you for specific start date

Any Questions Do you have any questions? Do you need any help? Ask our friendly staff! Please let us know how we can help you.

Massage Course Extra Information

Modules with Special Conditions for Classroom Attendance Most modules require a minimum of 80% attendance. Some modules have special conditions. Please see information below: Modules with special conditions for classroom attendance Student Clinic Safe Work Practices Course Progress - Attendance Requirements 100% attendance & no lateness 5 of 6 lessons minimum attendance First Aid Advanced Health Science Cycle B* *Cycle A requires a minimum 80% attendance Nutrition 100% attendance & no lateness 4 of 5 lessons minimum attendance 4 of 5 lessons minimum attendance Aromatherapy Massage Compulsory lessons #5, 6, 7 and 80% minimum attendance

Preparing for Class - Massage What do I need to bring to class? You will need to bring paper, pen and a bottle of water to every class. You are also required to bring clean towels (2 large towels and 3 hand towels) for your own use during massage practical classes. In the event that you forget to bring your own towels to practical classes, you will be unable to attend and will be recorded as absent. Towels will be provided to students for use during Student Massage Clinic only. The College provides massage tables, table covers and oils. You don t need to purchase any textbooks prior to the commencement of your course as the College provides a full set of course notes. Tip: Wear comfortable clothing as you will be massaging from day one!

Treatment Logbook Overview The requirements of the Training Package states that a Certificate IV student must do 80 hours of clinical experience, 60 of those must be supervised. A Diploma student must do 200 hours of clinical experience, 150 of those must be supervised. A Treatment Logbook will be issued to all students in their 1 st term of study and 4 th term of study (only applicable for Diploma students) to record their clinical experience. The College also has our own internal course requirements which state that a full time classroom student must complete 40 hours of clinic per term of study from the student s 2 nd term of study. This is a separate requirement to that of the Training Package. Note: Students must fulfil the requirements of both the Student Clinic Module and the Training Package

Treatment Logbook Overview The Treatment Logbook is an assessment required for: Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Diploma of Remedial Massage Students are required to record a specified number of massage treatments they perform in their Treatment Logbook A minimum number of hours must be supervised by an ALG Trainer and Assessor during Student Massage Clinics and practical massage classes Massage treatments must address very specific criteria including age range, gender, assessment techniques used, presentations and conditions, massage techniques used and positions.

Treatment Logbook Summary of Hours To meet the requirements of the Training Package, students will record hours completed in the Student Massage Clinics and practical massage classes as supervised hours: Student Massage Clinics (where most hours will be recorded) Practical massage classes e.g. Massage Foundations, Massage Techniques, etc. Unsupervised hours can be recorded off campus. Students are not required to record unsupervised hours if their recorded supervised hours exceed total hours. Note: Students must fulfil the requirements of both the Student Clinic Module and the Treatment Logbook

Treatment Logbook Student Responsibility in Keeping Logbook Each student is responsible for keeping their own Treatment Logbook safe and secure for the duration of their studies. Students are encouraged to: use single log sheets in their Student Massage Clinics and practical massage classes make a copy of their logbook regularly after they record treatments so that they will still have a record of the treatments performed (in the event that students lose the Logbook) Please ensure that you keep your log book safe. In the event a student loses part or all of their Treatment Logbook, they will be required to complete more treatments to meet the requirement. This may have an impact on the duration of their studies.

Treatment Logbook Important Information Students are required to submit their completed Treatment Logbook to Admin Team as a final assessment for their massage qualification on the last study day of Week 10 of the last term of study. A qualification can only be issued if the student has submitted the completed Treatment Logbook Student must fulfil the following requirements to be marked competent: Record the required hours as per the enrolled qualification Use all of the assessment techniques Have clients of different age range and gender with varied presentations Use all of the massage techniques Conduct treatments in a range of positions Late submission fee applies for submissions after Week 10 of the last term of study.

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