1. Flexible Learning and Assessment

ANC Management is committed to providing a flexible and equitable environment for learning and assessment by delivering quality, student-centered learning experiences to all students and

applying the most effective and appropriate teaching and learning modes and technologies. This will be achieved by seeking to extend flexible learning opportunities for its students and to promote flexible teaching and assessment opportunities for its staff within the constraints of resources.

ANC Management defines flexible learning as an approach to education which offers the student choices in what to learn, how it is learned and assessed, and when and where learning occurs. The choices that are made available in any particular unit will reflect a balance between the needs of the particular student and the capabilities and resources of the ANC Management. Further choices may include alternative pathways through courses offered by Management and through transfer towards higher education programs with affiliated universities.

ANC Management defines flexible teaching as teaching and assessing using approaches that loosen the constraints of class room based face-to-face delivery. While the class room based format will continue to be the ANC Management’s main teaching mode, staff will have opportunities to engage in teaching and conducting assessments via means such as:

• CD / interactive based resources;
• Self-paced DVD resources;
• Online / web-based resources and information incorporating communications technology (ICT);
• Presentations and role-play activities; and
• Class excursions to experience ‘real-life' scenarios.

2. Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Support

The structure and the delivery of the courses offered are designed with particular reference to the very nature of the overseas learner. They have specific language, literacy and numeracy

skills and the delivery materials and trainers must ensure that they identify any language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the learner from the commencement of the course through an interview process.

We identify language, literacy and numeracy requirements for the workplace and develop learners’ current skills and learning requirements.

Students needing language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) support are identified at the time of enrolment. ANC provides assistance for students requiring (LLN) support. For students requiring only low-level support the Principal will arrange for extra-curricula assistance. Where extensive support is needed, specialist LLN tutorial sessions will be set up. These specialist sessions may attract a fee. Where an applicant’s LLN deficiency will clearly inhibit achievement of learning outcomes and the student refuses LLN support, enrolment may be declined.

To ensure information on provision for language, literacy and numeracy assessment is disseminated prior to enrolment we describe our services to students on the college web-site. As a CRICOS listed provider LL&N considerations are intrinsic in our operation including enrolment, delivery of service and marketing. A placement interview is conducted prior to enrolment to assess the proficiency of enrolling students.

Vocational students from non-English speaking backgrounds must also fulfill and provide evidence of English proficiency at levels communicated on our course outlines.

Lesson/Assessment Plans can then meet these requirements and conform to the specified competencies.

3. Learner Support:

The teaching methods used by trainers at Australian Nationwide College include:

• Pre-teaching vocabulary
• Demonstration
• Individual support and advice to students
  
• Teaching methods designed to develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
• Carefully structured lessons to improve fluency and accuracy
• Use of television and radio programs, newspaper and magazine extracts, guest speakers and class excursions to give an essential "real life" perspective of the English language at work.
• Classroom activities to encourage communication.
• Links with community organisations to provide practical language opportunities
• Encouragement to students to work at their own pace

Your trainers will:

• Recognise the cultural diversity of all students;
• Ensure equal and equitable treatment of all students;
• Encourage full participation and assist all students to achieve the course outcomes;
• Provide equitable access to resources;
• Refer students with specific learning problems to appropriate agencies.

4. .Additional Learning Support

ANC will endeavour to provide fair assessments at all times. ANC will provide additional support like:

• English support classes.
  
• One to one instruction
  

In addition, students can use the State Library freely.

5. Support Services

Airport Pickup, Homestay and Accommodation:

ANC will provide airport pickup, Homestay arrangements or other accommodation assistance to students when they first arrive in Australia. Students will be charged a nominal fee for these services.

The fees for the services are:

• Homestay arrangement fee: $190.00
• Accommodation placement fee: $190.00
• Air port pickup: $110.00

Students can stay with an Australian Home-stay family. Staying with a Home-stay family offers room, breakfast and dinner in the home of an Australian family daily, plus lunch and dinner on Saturday and Sunday, for:

• Single room over 18 years: $240.00 per week
• Share room over 18 years: $220.00 per week
• Single room under 18 years: $260.00 per week
• Share room under 18 years: $240.00 per week
• Lunch - during week (optional): $40.00 per week

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Arrangement

ANC can arrange OSHC for the student. OSHC is a compulsory requirement of DIMA for student visa holders. OSHC current premiums from Medibank Private (Australian‘s largest private health insurer) are:

6. Counselling Service:

Students may speak with the Director of Studies, Kristine Shead, to discuss any concerns they may have. Feel free to talk to her about your adjustment to student life and any other problems that may be affecting your studies. She will advise or refer you appropriately.

• have personal/cultural problems
• think you may have chosen the wrong course
• need help you with decision making
• have been harassed or discriminated against
• have attendance problems
• have administrative problems or complaints
• have problems adjusting to your new life
• need guidance on your career path

Individual assistance from specialised counsellors is available:

First Light Care Associate
2/627 George St
Sydney NSW 2000
Tel: 02 9211 9988
Contact person: Euphine Siu
Appointment required.
Confidential.

In addition, the following agencies offer assistance:

24 hour Crisis Emergency Contacts:

• Lifeline - 131 114
• Police: a free call-000
• Salvo Care Line - 9331 6000
• Salvo Suicide Prevention/ Crisis Line - 9331 2000
• Salvo Youth Line - 9360 3000

Sexual Assault

• NSW Rape Crisis Centre - 98196565 or 1800 424 017
• Eastern and Central Sexual Assault Services - 9515 3680
• Crisis Service-ask for after hours crisis workers - 9515 6111
  

Alcohol and Drug Counselling

Alcoholics Anonymous (24 hours) - 9799 1199

Victims of Crime Support Line

24 hour information, support and referrals - 9374 30000

Emergency Accommodation

Women’s refuges-referral to a women’s refuge - 9560 1605

Interpreting Service:

131450

Bank Account and Money Matters

All major banks have a branch in George St, Sydney City. Most shopping centres have Automatic Teller Machines (ATM) facilities.

Shopping

The closest shopping center is World Square shopping center.There are many convenience stores near by the college as well. The Café shop just is next door of the ANC.

Work Permission

Generally, students and their dependants are allowed to work 20 hours work per week while the course or training is in session.students may work full-time during holiday periods.

Renewing Your Visa

You are response for renewing your visa when it is expiry; see Department of Immigration, Indigenous and Multicultural Affairs (DIAC)website www.immi.gov.au for information.

The Near Medical Centre

HSBCBuilding, PavilionPlaza, Mezzanine Lvl
580 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Tel: 02 9261 9261

Safety

In general, Sydney is a safe place to live. However, you must be aware of potential dangers and risks whilst traveling around the city, avoiding lonely or gloomy places, especially at night - walk with a friend or stay with a crowd, avoiding empty train carriages, taking an aisle seat.

Driving In Australia

Overseas students are permitted to drive using their home country's driver's license.Overseas students also can apply for a driver's license test.You can contact the Roads and Traffic Authority (RTA) on 13 22 13 for more information.

Mailing Services

There is local Post office located at corner of George and Market Street, Sydney.

Transport in Sydney

The motor car, bus, train, ferry are the main forms of transport used in Sydney, look up the website for bus/train/ferry timetables and fares.

Orientation Program

ANC student liaison will organize student orientation to the AustralianNationwideCollege.On first day of the college, orientation includes: welcome student, introduction to staff, a tour of the college, made familiar with the facilities, given a Student Handbook and course information, answer questions and give information about:

• Stay in Australia
• Accommodation, finances and further study
• Requirements to receive a qualification
• Certificates issued on successful completion of the course
• How student’s skills, knowledge and attitudes will be assessed?
• Recognition of prior learning or recognition of current competency
• How student can appeal if they don’t agree with their assessment outcome?
• How student can complain if they are not satisfied with any part of the course?
• How student can get extra help with learning?
• Course timetable
• Course content
• Emergency evacuation procedures
• Your obligations as a student at ANC including attendance requirements.
• Requirements of the ESOS Act 2000 and the National Code