2025 UNITY COLLEGE TRADE SKILLS CENTRE COURSE INFROMATION AND APPLICATION FORM (EXTERNAL STUDENTS)
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APPLICATION PROCEDURE - EXTERNAL STUDENTS
+ Application for admission to the Unity College Trade Skills Centre (UCTSC) should be made in writing on this official form.
+ Return the completed form to the VET Coordinator of student’s home school.
+ Home School Principal to sign and forward to: UCTSC, PO Box 5141, Murray Bridge South, SA 5253.
+ Home schools will be invoiced directly for course costs. Course fees must be paid in full prior to commencement. Invoices are not issued to individuals.
Enrolment inquiries to Mrs Jasmine Barolo, Unity College TSC Manager on 8532 0100 or jbarolo@unitycollege.sa.edu.au.
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YEAR LEVEL 11
CERTIFICATE II ENGINEERING PATHWAYS
COURSE CONTACTS Carlee Stewart
LECTURER TAFE SA
COURSE LENGTH Full Year
SACE CREDITS 50 MIN (60 MAX) Stage 1
QUALIFICATION
MEM20422 Certificate II in Engineering Pathways
COURSE STRUCTURE
One full day per week (day to be negotiated)
COURSE OUTLINE
This qualification is intended for people interested in exposure to an engineering or related working environment, with a view to entering into employment in that area. This qualification will equip graduates with knowledge and skills which will enhance their prospects of employment in an engineering or related working environment.
There are 12 competencies covering a range of engineering subjects including fabrication, machining, welding, using tools and equipment, assembling engineering mechanisms and career development. The course finishes with students undertaking a group engineering project.
COURSE STRUCTURE
This VET course will run one day per week and students will also have course homework. Students will be absent during subject lessons and will need to make a commitment to catching up on schoolwork missed. The course will commence Week 3, Term 1, 2025.
UNIFORM
Safety glasses, safety boots (steel toed), cotton press long sleeved shirt and cotton press navy work pants (long) must be worn at all times in the workshop area. Students may provide their own boots and pants. The shirt will need to be purchased from the Unity College Uniform Shop and costs $46. A Trade Skills Centre jumper will also be available as a special order from the uniform shop.
We recommend that students supply their own welding helmet (shared helmets are provided but must be cleaned after each use).
WORKPLACE LEARNING
Students are encouraged to complete Workplace Learning during their course. Students can complete these hours during school holidays.
COST
More information will be provided at Course Counselling on the VET Readiness Orientation (VETRO) subsidy and to check eligibility. The course fee is approx. $290 for students meeting the eligibility requirements of VETRO. A $100 Unity College TSC administration fee will be invoiced to all students in Term 1, 2025 together with a resources cost of approx. $30 (includes MIG Welding gloves and safety glasses).
COMPETENCIES
MEM13015
MEMPE005
MEMPE006
CORE
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
Develop a career plan for the engineering and manufacturing industries.
Undertake a basic engineering project
MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
ELECTIVES
MEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM16008 Interact with computing technology
MEM18001 Use hand tools
MEM18002
Use power tools / hand held operations
MEMPE002 Use electric welding machines
MEMPE004 Use fabrication equipment
MEMPE007
MEMPE001
PATHWAYS
Pull apart and re-assemble engineering mechanisms OR
Use engineering workshop machines (Lathe and Mill)
(Only one (1) of these allowed)
+ Certificate III Engineering (needs to be completed under an Apprenticeship), other trade related careers.
VET Engineering
Sport and Recreation
YEAR LEVEL 11
CERTIFICATE III FITNESS
COURSE CONTACTS Carlee Stewart | Jasmine Barolo
COURSE LENGTH
Full Year
SACE CREDITS 90 MAX Stage 2
COURSE STRUCTURE One afternoon a week
QUALIFICATION
SIS 30321 Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor)
COURSE OUTLINE
With a Certificate III in Fitness, specialising as a Gym Instructor, students will work as part of a team of fitness professionals in a gym providing advice on using gym equipment and writing exercise programs, while also contributing to daily operations. The course may also include visits to fitness centres.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Students meeting the criteria will need to complete a Trade Skills Centre Enrolment Form. Students may be interviewed and will be notified if they are successful in gaining a place.
COURSE STRUCTURE
This is a VET course that will be run as block release, which will include after school hours. Students may be required to participate in excursions. It is the student’s responsibility to catch up on any class time missed.
UNIFORM
Students will be required to wear Unity College PE Uniform.
COST
The subsidised course fee is approx. $600. A $100 Unity College TSC administration fee will be invoiced to all students in Term 1, 2025. Cost is inclusive of excursions with industry mentors.
WORKPLACE LEARNING
Students may be required to complete Workplace Learning during their course. Students can complete these hours during school holidays.
COMPETENCIES (MAY INCLUDE)
CORE
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
SISFFIT040 Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients
SISFFIT047 Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise
SISFFIT032 Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation
SISFFIT033 Complete client fitness assessments
SISFFIT052 Provide healthy eating information
SISFFIT053 Plan group exercise sessions
BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
SISFFIT036 Instruct group exercise sessions
BSBPEF301 Organise personal work priorities
ELECTIVES
SISXFAC002 Maintain sport, fitness and recreation facilities
SISXDIS001 Facilitate inclusion for people with a disability
SISXFAC001 Maintain equipment for activities
SISXIND001 Work effectively in sport, fitness and recreation environments
*First Aid will be completed in Year 10 by an external provider.
POSSIBLE EMPLOYMENT
The course provides a pathway to work as a sports coach or gym floor supervisor
PATHWAYS
+ Certificate IV in Fitness
+ Diploma of Fitness,
+ Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
+ Bachelor of Human Movement
CERTIFICATE III INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT (AGEING AND DISABILITY)
YEAR LEVEL 11
COURSE CONTACTS Carlee Stewart | Jasmine Barolo
LECTURER PIVOT
COURSE LENGTH Full Year
SACE CREDITS 135 MAX Stage 2
QUALIFICATION
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)
COURSE STRUCTURE
One full day per week (day to be negotiated)
COURSE OUTLINE
You will gain the skills to:
+ Provide individualised care while supporting independence and wellbeing.
+ Communicate with diverse people in a health and community setting.
+ Work safely, legally and ethically.
+ Ensure a safe and hygienic environment using infection control procedures.
+ Support people with disability to build skills and social connections.
+ Facilitate the empowerment of older people and provide support to people living with dementia.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
+ Ability to safely perform manual handling and lifting.
+ Be able to obtain a DCSI clearance or NDIS worker. check, First Aid or CPR certificate and Police Clearance prior to work placement.
+ Provide evidence of a COVID-19 and Flu vaccination before training starts.
COURSE STRUCTURE
This VET course will run one day per week and students will also have course homework. Students will be absent during subject lessons and will need to make a commitment to catching up on schoolwork missed.
UNIFORM
Students will wear normal Unity College Formal Uniform, unless directed otherwise.
WORKPLACE LEARNING
Students are required to complete 120 hours of Workplace Learning during their course. Students can complete these hours during school holidays.
COST
More information will be provided at Course Counselling on the VET Readiness Orientation (VETRO) subsidy and to check eligibility. The subsidised course fee is approx. $450 for students meeting the eligibility requirements of VETRO. A $100 Unity College TSC administration fee will be invoiced to all students in Term 1, 2025.
COMPETENCIES
CHCLEG001
CHCCOM005
CHCDIV001
CHCCCS040
CHCCCS041
HLTINF006
HLTWHS002
CHCCCS031
CHCCCS038
CHCAGE013
CHCAGE011
CHCPAL003
CHCDIS020
CHCDIS011
CHCDIS012
PATHWAYS
CORE
Work legally and ethically
Communicate and work in health or community services
Work with diverse people
Support independence and wellbeing
Recognise healthy body systems
Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Provide individualised support
Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
Work effectively in aged care
Provide support to people living with dementia
Deliver Care Services using a palliative approach
Work effectively in disability support
Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths based approach
Support community participation and social inclusion
+ Personal care worker, home care assistant, care worker, in-home respite worker, personal care attendant, care assistant, personal care giver, community care worker, community house worker, residential care worker, community support worker, support worker.
VET Community Services
Trade Skills Centre Course Selection
2025 COURSES ON SITE AT UNITY COLLEGE (PLEASE TICK) ENGINEERING Certificate
UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS (ENGINEERING ONLY)
Trade Skills Centre Course Costings
Student Details
Surname: Given Names:
Start Year: 20
Home School:
Current Year Level: Year 9 Year 10 Year 11
Date of Birth: Male Female Gender:
Home Phone: Email: Mobile:
Address:
Postal Address (if different from above):
USI Number:
Postcode:
Postcode:
SACE Number:
Country of Birth: If born overseas, date of arrival in Australia:
Is the student of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin? No Yes (Aboriginal) Yes (Torres Strait Islander)
Main language spoken at home:
Language(s) spoken other than English:
Do you authorise Unity College to use your child’s image in promotional materials, such as newsletter, magazine, prospectus and website? No Yes
Do you give your consent for Unity College to obtain, from the student’s present and previous schools, information which will assist in the provision of an appropriate educational program? No Yes
Do you give your consent for the Unity College Trade Skills Centre to access personal and medical information from your child’s school enrolment forms? No Yes
Does your child have a known disability or learning difficulty? (intellectual, physical, emotional, hearing or vision) No Yes
If YES, please provide the name of the disability or learning difficulty:
Diagnosed by (please attach a copy of the relevant Report):
Do you give your consent for Unity College to obtain, from the above mentioned person/organisation, information which will assist in the provision of an appropriate educational program. No Yes
Does your child have any known medical condition that may require emergency first aid assistance? (include Epipen use)
If YES, please name the Condition:
Has the student a current Health Support Plan?
If YES, please provide a copy to the College or contact our First Aid Officer to discuss.
VET Coordinator: Principal:
Phone: Email:
Personal Medical Information (Confidential)
Please complete the following medical history:
Allergies
1. Asthma
2. Bee Sting
3. Drugs (eg. Penicillin)
4. Food / Dietary
5. Hay Fever
Diabetes Sight Problems
Ear Problems
Skin Problems
Epilepsy
Headaches / Migraines
Heart Problems
Haemophilia
Epistaxis (Nose Bleeds)
Fainting / Dizziness
Blood Pressure
Travel Sickness
Other
If you have answered YES to any of the above, please provide details (attach a separate sheet if necessary). Also please provide any other information concerning student limitations (eg. recent illness / surgery) that you feel we need to know:
Is a detailed medical report or Medical Plan (eg. Asthma Care Plan) available? If YES please attach.
Yes No
If YES please provide number:
Reason:
Do you permit the College to give your child Panadol if needed?
Note: Panadol is the only analgesic the College will issue. If your child requires other non-prescribed medication (eg. Cold and Flu tablets, Antihistamine or Naprogesic tablets etc.) the school requests that these be brought from home and be kept at the school for use by your child on a regular basis or in cases of emergency (eg. hayfever or allergy medication). Please forward it to the Student Services Officer. The medication must be clearly marked with name, dose and expiry date. Yes No
TETANUS Immunisation - Current?
Date of last injection: Yes No
Current medication taken on a regular basis:
Medication:
Medication:
Emergency Contacts (Other than Primary Caregivers)
Other Contact A - Name:
Relationship to Student:
Dose:
Dose:
Home Phone: Mobile Phone:
Other Contact B - Name:
Relationship to Student:
Home Phone: Mobile Phone:
Family Doctor:
Doctor (Specialist): Name:
Family Dentist:
Student Accident Cover
Phone: Name:
Phone: Name:
Phone:
The Lutheran School system via Unity College provides Student Accident Cover. This worldwide policy provides 24 hour, 7 days a week cover in respect to injuries happening whilst students are engaged in school activities and school related extra-curricular activities (including Work Experience), organised school sporting activities and organised non-school sporting activities. Travel to and from the above mentioned is included. Emergency Ambulance cover is also included.
Medicare No:
AUTHORISATION
Ref No:
Medicare Expiry Date:
I acknowledge that in the event of a child requiring urgent medical attention because of injury or some other condition, the Principal or appointed staff member will arrange for transport to an appropriate medical facility for treatment. Any extra medical expenses incurred which are not covered by the School Accident Cover will be payable by the student’s parents or guardian.
Signed: (Parent / Guardian 1)
Signed: (Parent / Guardian 2)
Date:
Date:
Parent or Guardian Information
PARENT/GUARDIAN 1
Mr Mrs Ms Rev Dr
Full Name:
Address:
Postal Address (if different from above):
Home Phone:
Mobile:
Business Phone:
Email:
Occupation:
Employer:
Unity Old Scholar: No Yes
Country of Birth:
If born overseas, date of arrival in Australia:
Relationship to student: Students primary place of residence:
PARENT/GUARDIAN 2
Mr Mrs Ms Rev Dr
Full Name:
Address:
Postal Address (if different from above):
Home Phone:
Mobile:
Business Phone:
Email:
Occupation:
Employer:
Unity Old Scholar: No Yes
Country of Birth:
If born overseas, date of arrival in Australia:
Relationship to student: Students primary place of residence:
Family Court or other relevant Court Order (if applicable): If YES, please provide a current copy with Enrolment Application Form. No Yes
It is the College policy that the person/s enrolling the student assume responsibility for all accounts.
Will the account mailing address be the same as the applicant’s postal address? No Yes
If NO, please provide details:
Directions as to Other Correspondence
All reports, newsletters etc. will be forwarded to the person/s enrolling the student unless otherwise notified. If there are additional copies of reports required for parent/s not residing with the enrollee please indicate in the space below. Note that these must be in accordance with any custody orders as indicated in the Student Information section.
Release of Information
1. The UCTSC respects the privacy of personal and sensitive information regarding students and their family. The UCTSC collects personal information about the student and parent(s) or guardian(s) before commencement of a Vocational Education and Training (VET course). The primary purpose of collecting this information is to enable the UCTSC to provide appropriate training for the student.
2. Some of the information the UCTSC collects is to satisfy the UCTSC legal obligations, particularly to enable the UCTSC to discharge its duty of care.
3. Health information about students is sensitive information within the terms of the National Privacy Principles under the Privacy Act. We may ask you to provide medical information in some circumstances.
4. The UCTSC from time to time discloses personal and sensitive information to others for administrative and educational purposes. This includes government departments, AISSA, medical practitioners and people providing services to the UCTSC including hourly paid instructors (HPI’s).
5. The UCTSC from time to time is required to disclose personal and sensitive information in order to comply with the law or to report matters to the relevant persons or authorities.
6. If we do not obtain the information referred to above, we may not be able to enrol or continue the enrolment of the student.
7. Personal information collected from students is regularly disclosed to their parent(s) or guardian(s). There may be occasions where information such as training achievements, student activities and other news is published in newsletters, magazines and our website.
8. Parents or guardians may seek access to personal information collected about them and their child by contacting the UCTSC. However, there will be occasions when access is denied. Such occasions would include where access would have an unreasonable impact on the privacy of others, where access may results in a breach of the UCTSC duty of care to the student, or where students have provided information in confidence.
9. If you provide the UCTSC with the personal information of others, such as doctors or emergency contacts, we encourage you to inform them that you are disclosing that information to the UCTSC and why, that they can access that information if they wish and that the UCTSC does not usually supply the information to third parties.
Parent/Guardian Declaration
As the enrolling parent(s) / guardian(s) at the Unity College Trade Skills Centre (UCTSC), I/we will abide by the conditions of enrolment. I/we accept:
1. That support of UCTSC staff and cooperation concerning training activities is essential.
2. That we will abide by UCTSC policies as amended from time to time.
3. That the UCTSC reserves the right to refuse training to a student for serious or continued breaches of UCTSC rules, regulations and/or policies, including conduct which brings into disrepute the good name and reputation of the UCTSC. This would be referred to the principal of the Home School.
4. The standards the UCTSC sets regarding uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE).
5. Responsibility for the payment of training fees and costs (including additional training materials as required).
6. That the UCTSC does not accept liability for damage or loss of any personal possessions of students and that insurance for students’ personal possessions is my/our responsibility.
7. That course fees must be paid in full prior to commencement to confirm enrolment.
8. That the UCTSC will withhold a $50 application fee if the student withdraws prior to commencement and will withhold all fees if the student withdraws after the commencement of agreed course.
9. And give consent to be contacted by mobile phone SMS text message for non-urgent matters concerning my/our child.
10. In the event of my child requiring urgent medical attention because of injury or some other condition, the Principal or appointed staff member will arrange for transport to an appropriate medical facility for treatment, and all medical expenses incurred will be payable by the student’s parents or guardian.
Student Agreement
As a student accepting enrolment at the Unity College Trade Skills Centre, I undertake to:
1. Make an honest effort to achieve my personal best in the course selected.
2. Act with respect towards teaching and non-teaching staff.
3. Behave in public in such a way as to uphold the expectations and reputation of the school.
4. Comply with school rules.
5. Comply with requests or directions from staff.
6. Adopt a responsible and positive attitude while attending the school and when involved in all school activities.
7. Wear appropriate workwear and safety equipment.
8. Be punctual and prepared for the course.
9. Positively participate in activities arranged by the school such as excursions, sporting carnivals and other school activities.
10. Refrain from the following forms of behaviour:
a. Disruption of lessons through inappropriate behaviour
b. Unauthorised absence from class or school
c. Undermining the Christian, ethical and moral values promoted by the school.
11. Refrain from the following forms of unacceptable behaviour while in the care of the school, at the school, at a school function or while travelling to and from school:
a. Possession or use of alcohol, tobacco or illicit drugs
b. Vandalism or theft
c. Intimidation or harassment of other people, physically, verbally or electronically offensive language or behaviour, or possession of offensive literature.
12. Use Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in an appropriate way when communicating online, via mobile phone SMS or through any other medium, and comply with the guidelines set out in the Digital Charter of the College.
PARENT / GUARDIAN SIGNED DECLARATION
I/we declare that all of the information provided in this enrolment application is, to the best of my/our knowledge, true and I/we acknowledge and accept all of the above Terms and Conditions.
Both parents / guardians to sign (where applicable)
(Student) Signed: Date:
(Parent / Guardian) Signed: Date:
(Trade Skills Centre Manager) Signed: Date:
(Home School VET Coordinator) Signed: Date:
(Home School Principal) Signed: Date:
PLEASE NOTE: If applicants accept an offer of enrolment, the Terms and Conditions detailed in this Enrolment Application form are incorporated in the Enrolment Contract
