Further Information

Cancellation

The College reserves the right to cancel a course or vary the time of a course if there are insufficient students enroled. Only in the event of a cancellation of a course can a refund be made. Refunds will not be granted to students who are unable to attend courses due to changes in personal circumstances, work commitments or other reasons beyond our control.

Transfer Requests

Transfer requests received 6 working days before the commencement of a course will be considered and accommodated where possible. A $20 administration charge will apply for each transfer. Requests for transfers after this time will be declined, except in the case of serious, verifiable illness. Notification must be received in writing (or email) within 6 working days. Once approved, a transfer is valid only for the subsequent term..

Participation

The minimum age for participation in our courses is 15 years. No upper age limit applies. Provision cannot be made for children to accompany students to classes.

GST

All courses grouped under the following headings meet Australian Taxation Office criteria for exemption from GST: Business, Computing, English and First Aid. Other courses are subject to GST, unless specified otherwise. All published prices are inclusive of GST where applicable.

Transactions

All transactions are in Australian dollars.

ABN

The ABN of City East Community College is 42 893 599 293.

Privacy

City East Community College will ensure that all personal information provided to us; particularly any name, address, telephone number and e-mail address; is confidential and will be used to facilitate College notifications to students and prospective students on matters relevant to course activity. This information will not be made available to any other party for any other purpose.

Concessions

Pensioners, Seniors Card holders and persons registered as unemployed with Centrelink are entitled to pay $20 less than the advertised fee. A Pensioner’s Department of Social Security health care card number, a Seniors Card number or proof of unemployment must accompany an application for a concession. The college reserves the right to view original documents. For concession bookings by telephone the $3.00 telephone booking charge is waived.

Commencement of Terms

Summer 2010: Monday 8 February to Thursday 1 April
Autumn 2010: Monday 3 May to Monday 28 June
Winter 2010: Monday 2 August to Friday 24 September
Spring 2010: Monday 25 October to Friday 17 December

For commencement dates of courses see individual course listings.

Duration

Courses are of 8 weeks duration; unless otherwise stated. See individual course listing for details.

Certificate and Courses

For non-accredited Business, Computer and Communication courses designated ‘certificate courses’ College Certificates are awarded to students who meet the attainment criteria for their course. Students who satisfy learning outcome requirements and meet attendance criteria for accredited Computer, Keyboard Skills, Workplace Trainer or English courses are entitled to an accredited statement of attainment. A $12 charge will apply where a replacement certificate is requested. For courses completes more than 2 years ago a replacement certificate may not be available.

Disability

For wheelchair access please contact the College prior to the start of term so that suitable arrangements can be made. If you have any other special needs please call the College.

Additional Costs

For some classes; particularly Arts and Crafts, Food and Wine, Massage and Furniture Restoration; materials or food will need to be purchased. It is advisable in some classes to purchase a text book for reference, eg. Typing, Languages. Any costs will be outlined in the introductory session at the beginning of the term.

Responsibility

No responsibility can be accepted for property left on the premises or vehicles parked on College grounds.

General Enquiries

For additional information telephone our central office at 98 Bondi Road on 9387 7400.

Mutual Recognition of Qualifications

The College recognises the qualifications issued by other registered training organisations based in any State/Territory of Australia.

Recognition of Prior Learning

All students in accredited courses may seek to have prior learning recognised through a formal process that adhears to the requirements of the accrediting authorities. For further information contact the College on 9387 7400.

Non-Smoking Policy

All school grounds and buildings are ‘non-smoking’ premises.