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What are the entry requirements for enrolment?Whilst the majority of our students have completed the HSC, successful completion of Year 10 or equivalent is acceptable for enrolment. We believe that the ability to complete our course is based not on age but on the individual's application and ability - at Bedford we make every effort to assist our students to achieve their personal best results. No UAI score is required for enrolment. The most important entry prerequisite is a desire to succeed and a willingness to learn. What are the entrance requirements for international students?Overseas/International students, for whom English is not their first language, evidence of an intermediate level of English (IELTS of 5.5 or equivalent) is required. A High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum age of 18 years is also required for enrolment. What are the College hours?We have four terms each year, which are based loosely on the normal state school timetable. Business Students Child Care Students What will I receive when I finish the course?All courses at Bedford are fully accredited and qualifications align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). This means that your qualifications are nationally recognised within industry and by all other registered training providers. On completion of your course, you may be issued with two or three documents which may include:
You will also receive:
Will I get credits for work I have already done or already know?A Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy is in place which allows students to apply for credit for subjects already undertaken or skills already attained. The Deputy Principal and/or the Course Coordinator assess all RPL Applications and students must be able to satisfy the performance criteria for the unit for which exemption is being sought. The College recognises all AQF qualifications and Statements of Attainment awarded by other Registered Training Organisations. What is the expected attendance?To achieve a high standard of results and progress satisfactorily in the course, an appropriate level of attendance is required. Attendance rolls are marked daily and students are expected to maintain a 90% attendance level - failure to achieve 90% attendance may jeopardise the course outcome (International Students please see further information in the Overseas Student tab on this website). How are classes taught?Programs are designed to allow for the adoption of a range of learning strategies in a variety of learning environments to cater for differences in learning styles, learning interests and needs, and variations in learning opportunities. This is known as flexible delivery and these methods may include:
In addition to the classroom learning, students can also access lecture notes, extra handouts, assessment and other information from the Bedford Online Classrooms. How is my work assessed?Assessments are competency based which means that you have to demonstrate that you are able to meet the performance criteria for each unit. On completion of your course, you will recieve a Transcript of Results showing all the units in which you have demonstrated competence. In addition to your competency result (as above), you are also provided with a Graded Mark which appears on a separate Bedford College Transcript of Results. The grading system is as follows:
What if I don't pass the assessment?If you don't pass an assessment the first time, there is no need to panic. After a period of additional study and revision, you will be offered the opportunity to re-sit your assessment. (Overseas students must comply with the Course Academic Achievement and Attendance Policy in order to be offered the opportunity to resit assessment) What happens if I need additional help or revision?Bedford teachers are extremely approachable and endeavour to assist and encourage students in any way they can. The College provides an optional one-hour Supervised Study Period from 3.00pm-4.00pm each day when students can receive additional tuition and/or revision with the teacher of their choice. Teachers are available in their classroom during this period to ensure that they are accessible to all students (There is no additional cost to students who attend the optional tuition sessions). How many students are in each class?In order to provide our students with the maximum opportunity to succeed, the College is committed to maintaining small class sizes (usually 20 students). This allows us to provide every student with individualised attention. Are all students in my class up to the same stage of work?Yes. At Bedford classes commence only twice per year - in February and July. This means that our students progress through the year with minimum interruption to their learning. We recognise that students learn at varying rates and we encourage each student to work at a pace that best suits them. What should I wear to College? Business Students Child Care Students Will I have additional work to do at home?Yes - you will need to do some assignments and additional study at home although we do try to schedule your work so that you are not issued with multiple assignments at one time. The average students should spend approximately six to eight hours per week on homework - but remember that we have our Optional Study Period each day when students may work on homework tasks whilst at College. What are the facilities like at Bedford?The facilities at Bedford are fantastic. Both our Business and Child Care Campuses are light and airy with modern, up-to-date facilities and resources. Our Business Campus on Level 1 includes:
Our Child Care Campus (on the Ground Level) has:
Students are provided with - lockers, snack and drink machines, etc, etc There are many additional facilities in close proximity to the College including banks, post office, Officeworks (stationery), sandwich/hot food shops, chemists, etc. And we are only 7 minutes from Central Railway Station by bus, and across the road from all the resources at Sydney University. Will I undertake practical work placement during the Course?Yes - Business Students undertake thirty-five hours (one week) of practical work placement at the end of Term 3 which is a mandatory part of the course. We encourage students to undertake this placement in large firms where there is a diverse range of opportunities, in-house training is offered, and where opportunities for future advancement exist. Whilst students are responsible for arranging their own work placement, the College is able to assist in placing some students with our industry partners. It is quite common for the one-week work placement to lead to a permanent job offer. Child Care Students undertake practical work placement every Friday after the first four weeks of College and then 2 x 2 week practicum placements - one during term 2 and again during Term 3. Students also undertake 20 hours training in an OOSH (Out of School Hours) Centre during Term 4. Do I receive Student Orientation at the College?Yes - All new students will undertake an orientation program prior to course commencement. Activities include: Are counselling, guidance and support services available?Yes. Academic support - is provided by training staff and/or by the Principal. Trainers monitor the student's progress and intervene to provide counselling or support as appropriate. Personal support - is addressed initially by the trainer who may refer the matter to the Principal. The Principal can assist the student to access external professional assistance if necessary. Does the College welcome ALL individuals into its courses?Yes - Access and Equity Policies are incorporated into Bedford's operational procedure. The College offers training to all individuals and prohibits discrimination toward any group or individual in any form including: gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic background, marital status, physical or intellectual disability, homosexuality or age. Will I be eligible for commonwealth benefits whilst undertaking my course?The government's Austudy/Abstudy and/or Youth Allowance is available to Bedford College students subject to student eligibility. This allowance will assist many students with the cost of the course. Is the training at Bedford accredited by the government and recognised by industry?Bedford College is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) - all qualifications awarded are nationally recognised and align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). The College is registered with the following bodies:
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