Learner needs are assessed at enrolment in accordance with the Enrolment Policy and Procedure. Applicants complete the Enrolment and Pre-Training Review and submit supporting documentation to enable Techie International College to assess whether the course is appropriate for addressing their individual learner needs.
Once applications are received, they are assessed to ascertain whether the course addresses individual learner needs. The College will review the applicant’s prior experience, knowledge and skills in coming to this decision.
Students with learning needs that require support are identified during the enrolment processes will be provided by student support in accordance with the Client Support Policy and Procedure.
Techie International College takes all feasible and reasonable steps to assist students during the course so they can successfully complete the course within the course duration.
Reasonable adjustments will be made that may include the use of adaptive technology, educational support, and alternative methods of assessment such as oral assessment. Any adjustments made will be recorded in the student’s file.
The learning need that forms the basis of any adjustment to the training program will be identified and appropriate strategies will be agreed with the student. Any adjustments will be recorded in the student file.
Pre enrolment information
Techie International College provides information to students’ pre-enrolment on course demands and expectations via the Client Information Handbook and course information available on the Techie International College website. This information also identifies the process for assessing the learner needs during enrolment, the outcomes of assessment and details on how Techie International College supports individual learner needs post enrolment.
Orientation
Techie International College delivers an orientation to students outlining course requirements, processes, demands, support services and general information prior to course commencement.
Monitoring student performance in class
During scheduled classes and supervised study sessions trainers monitor student performance when completing tasks, participation in learning activities, completing homework and through responses to questions and questions asked. Formative assessment is also routinely undertaken. Trainers identify student abilities/ progress, learning needs/ issues from undertaking the above activities.
Trainers provide support to students in each class depending on individual learning and support needs e.g. explain concepts again, providing more one to one support, putting them in groups where they can learn of other students during group work tasks, providing extra time to complete tasks or referring them to learning materials to develop their knowledge and understanding. Students can also approach trainers or the student support officer at any time to access learning support services.
Learning methodologies are planned and implemented by trainers as they progress through each unit. Trainers structure classes depending on the topic and individual learning needs of each student cohort. Learning activities for one group may have more of an emphasis on developing knowledge for one unit and on developing foundation skills for another. The individual needs of the cohort are considered, and activities planned accordingly.
Students with English language learning issues may be allocated more groupwork to develop knowledge and soft skills at the same time as their English language ability.
Monitoring course progress
Techie International College monitors students course progress in accordance with the Client Support Policy and Procedure and the National Code 2018 Standard 8 requirements.
Student course progress is monitored and students at risk of failing to achieve satisfactory course progress are identified. Trainers monitor performance and progress in class and can initiate intervention support for students by completing documentation and forwarding this to the Course Coordinator. Student results on the SMS are also monitored every fortnight. Students identified at risk of not achieving satisfactory course progress are identified, counselled and where relevant have intervention strategies initiated.
The college provides assistance if the student is experiencing difficulties and not progressing through their course as per the course schedule.
Techie International College employs a range of support services where appropriate and feasible to support students learning needs during course delivery.
Access to appropriate support services is provided to assist students to successfully complete their course within the scheduled duration. Techie International College may refer students to external sources if they are unable to sufficiently provide support for students learning needs.
Refer to the Client Support and Completion Within Expected Duration policies and procedures for further details on how Techie International College monitors course progress and supports students to help ensure completion within the expected duration.
Students at Risk
Techie International College has intervention strategies, including student support services available to enable students to complete the qualification within the scheduled duration.
Students at risk of not completing their course within the scheduled duration are identified as early as possible.
Techie International College meets with all students who are not making satisfactory progress and with their agreement puts in place Intervention strategies to assist in their successful completion of the course.
Techie International College has defined “satisfactory progress” as successfully completing more than 50% of units undertaken in a study period.
Students who do not make satisfactory progress over two consecutive study periods will be reported in accordance with the requirements of the ‘The National Code 2018’.
This process is governed by Techie International College Client Support and Completion within Expected Duration Policy and Procedures.
Academic Support
Students who are experiencing difficulties with any aspect of their course are encouraged to contact their trainer or other relevant staff. Our trainers are able to provide academic support to facilitate the successful completion of your course.
LLN Support
Students who are experiencing language, literacy and numeracy difficulties during the course can access support from our trainers.
If the level of support required is outside of what the trainer can provide then Techie International College will arrange a referral to internal LLN support services within the Academic Department.
Welfare Support
We understand that our students sometimes require extra support to help them cope with their training course. Sometimes there can be personal issues that impact their successful course completion. We can assist students in accessing professional welfare services. Students who are experiencing personal/ welfare issues that are impacting their studies are encouraged to contact their trainer or other relevant support staff. Please refer to Client Information Handbook for contact details of support staff members.
