STUDENT DECLARATION
By signing this form, I certify that the information I have provided is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I further declare and acknowledge that:
1. I have received, read, and understood the Student Handbook, including:
- My rights and responsibilities as a student.
- Equinox College complaints and appeals process.
- The refund policy and conditions of the payment plan (if applicable).
- The recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfer processes.
2. I have reviewed the Course Brochure, including:
- The Schedule of Fees and Payments.
- The structure and content of the training program, including the units of competency to be delivered and assessed.
- The expected duration, delivery mode, and assessment methods.
3. I have been informed of and understand the National VET Data Policy Privacy Notice, and I consent to my personal information being collected, used, and disclosed as required under the Data Provision Requirements 2020, including:
- Disclosure to government agencies for statistical and reporting purposes.
- Storage of my data in accordance with relevant privacy legislation.
4. I understand that providing false or misleading information or failing to disclose relevant information may result in the cancellation of my enrolment.
5. I understand that it is my responsibility to:
- Attend all scheduled classes or complete online learning requirements.
- Submit assessments by the due date or request an extension in line with Equinox College policy.
- Notify Equinox College of any changes to my contact details or circumstances that may affect my study.
6. I acknowledge that if my course includes mandatory practical placement as part of the training and assessment requirements, I accept that:
- I am required to complete the designated number hours of placement (as outlined in the Course Guide) at an approved host facility to be eligible for course completion.
- I must comply with the placement provider’s policies and procedures, including confidentiality, professional conduct, dress code, and workplace health and safety requirements.
- Equinox College will coordinate placement, which will be offered in a full-time block as per the training schedule.
- I will only be offered one (1) placement block as part of my enrolment and if I am unable to complete the placement at the designated time, for the designated duration, I will be responsible to source an alternative host, which must be approved by Equinox College as a suitable Host.
- I am covered by Equinox College’s insurance policies for public liability and personal accident while on approved placement during scheduled hours.
- Any misconduct, breach of conduct, or failure to attend placement may result in disciplinary action or impact my eligibility to complete the course.
- If I am removed from a host site for a circumstance other than misconduct, I understand that an alternative placement may not be immediately available and may result in delays to my course.
- I consent to Equinox College sharing relevant personal and training information with the placement provider as required to arrange and manage my student placement, and to ensure my learning and support needs are met.
7. I understand that:
- Successful completion of the course depends on my participation and satisfactory completion of assessments.
- I will be issued with a Statement of Attainment or Qualification only when all fees are paid in full and all course requirements are met.
- I have been advised of my eligibility to access support services, including LLND (Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital skills) support where applicable.
8. I confirm that I have had the opportunity to ask questions and receive answers regarding:
- The course content.
- My suitability for the course.
- The expectations of the training program.
9. I consent to Equinox College contacting me during and after training for the purposes of quality assurance, student feedback, and post-course support (including survey participation such as the NCVER student outcomes survey).