Vocational Education
Vocational Education and Training (VET) plays an important role at Atherton State High School, helping students move from school to further education, training and employment. VET qualifications are recognised nationally and are industry endorsed. These courses combine relevant knowledge and practical skills that reflect current industry standards and are delivered by qualified staff awarded a TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessing who also have current industry skills. Policies and procedures at Atherton State High School meet the Standards for RTOs 2015.
As a Registered Training Organisation (RTO Code 30220), Atherton State High School is currently registered to deliver:
- ACM20121 – Certificate II in Animal Care.
Students enrolled in this qualification have access to the VET Student Handbook which has more information around our policies and procedures.
Students are also able to obtain VET qualifications (Certificate I, II or III) offered by external RTOs and delivered onsite. These courses are offered either as part of the timetable or in a flexible mode. All RTOs are ASQA (Australian Skills Quality Authority) approved and comply with the Australian Quality Training Framework. School-Based VET programs offered at Atherton State High School include*:
- SIT20322 – Certificate II in Hospitality is currently delivered in partnership with MiHaven Training (RTO Code: 40928)
- RII20120 - Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation is currently delivered by Australasian Drilling Institute (RTO Code: 31440)
- SIS30321 – Certificate III in Fitness is currently delivered in partnership with Binnacle Training (RTO Code: 31319)
- AVI30419 – Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) is currently delivered in partnership with Aviation Australia (RTO Code: 30770)
- CPC10120 – Certificate I in Construction / CPC20220 – Certificate II in Construction Pathways is currently delivered in partnership with Blue Dog Training (RTO Code: 31193)
- MEM20422 – Certificate II in Engineering Pathways is currently delivered in partnership with Blue Dog Training (RTO Code: 31193)
- CHC30121 – Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is currently delivered in partnership with Training Tailor Made (RTO Code: 31729)
- HLT23221 – Certificate II in Health Support Services is currently delivered in partnership with Connect 'n' Grow (RTO Code: 40518)
- FSK20119 – Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways is currently delivered in partnership with Tallebudgera Beach Outdoor Education School (RTO Code: 30685)
*This information is correct at time of publication, but is subject to change.
NOTE: Atherton State High School students are also given opportunities to enrol in a range of external programs delivered by external training providers and run off campus. In this instance, it is the responsibility of the parents/carers/students to transport themselves to and from these locations.
The school, as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), has a complaints and appeals policy specific to its RTO operations.
A complaint can be made to the school RTO regarding the conduct of:
- the school RTO, its trainers, assessors or other school RTO staff
- students of the RTO
- any third parties providing services on behalf of the school RTO (if relevant).
An appeal can be made to the school RTO to request a review of a decision, including assessment decisions.
The school RTO will ensure that the principles of natural justice and procedural fairness are adopted at every stage of the complaints and appeals process. All formal complaints and appeals will be heard and decided on within 60 calendar days of receiving the written complaint or appeal.
If the school RTO considers more than 60 calendar days are required to process and finalise the complaint or appeal, the complainant or appellant will be informed of the reasons in writing and will be regularly updated on the progress of the matter.
If the processes fail to resolve the complaint or appeal, a review by an independent party will be provided if requested.
Complaints or appeals should be directed to the Principal as CEO of the school RTO: Principal@athertonshs.eq.edu.au
Unique student identifiers (USIs)
All students undertaking a Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification at the school or through an external Registered Training Organisation (RTO) must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
Without a USI, RTOs cannot award a qualification to a student. To create a USI, students require a piece of formal identification, ideally an Australian birth certificate or drivers' licence.
For more information visit: www.usi.gov.au
School to work opportunities
Work Experience
Work experience or structured workplace learning is offered widely to students over the age of 14. This valuable activity can result in our students being offered an opportunity for a School-based Apprenticeship or Traineeship (SAT).
Students are encouraged to have regular contact with the Industry and Vocational Pathways Officer to discuss employment opportunities, Student Education Training (SET) Plan goals and certificate courses available.
Parents are welcome to contact the Industry and Vocational Pathways Officer to discuss opportunities available for their student. Phone (07) 4030 5253 or email kcole128@eq.edu.au.
School Based Apprenticeships/Traineeships (SATs)
Students in Years 10, 11 and 12 are offered opportunities to become School Based Apprentices/Trainees (SATs). SATs are proving to be a valuable way for students to start their career by combining school with work and training (at Certificate II or III level).
School-based Apprentices or Trainees must continue to meet the requirements of the school code of behaviour and strive for continual improvement in education. This is achieved through regular mentoring and support from staff.
Prior to a student signing into a contract to commence a School-based Apprenticeship or Traineeship, discussions are held regarding employment and training pathways and the benefits in relation to the Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE).
For more information visit: www.qld.gov.au/education/apprenticeships/school-based