VET Student Guide 2012
Vocational Education and Training Student Guide 2012
Welcome to CDU
Charles Darwin University (CDU) is the Northern Territory’s
own university and delivers training and education to more
than 22,000 students. People come from throughout the
Territory, all states of Australia and overseas to study at one of
CDU’s eight campuses and centres.
Most CDU students study Vocational Education and Training
(VET) courses that qualify them to work in a wide range of
jobs. At CDU, VET courses also provide many pathways to
Higher Education study.
Our VET courses will help you to develop a range of work skills
that are in demand in the current marketplace. No matter who
you are or where you are in your life, CDU can help to change
your world.
This guide provides the information you will need to become a
CDU student, including information on enrolment processes.
It
will help you to access the services that we provide to students.
Who needs this guide?
The 2012 VET Student Guide is for anyone who is interested in
completing a unit, course or qualification at CDU.
To study a VET course, you must be 15 years of age at the time
of enrolment unless:
• you are at secondary school and CDU has the school
principal’s endorsement for you to take part as a 14-yearold
• you are at school in a remote community and are 14 years
of age at the time of enrolment
• you are at school in a remote community and CDU has the
school principal’s endorsement for you to participate as a
13-year-old.
CDU has a policy regarding the age of children allowed on campus. Any child under the age of 15 years, who is attending a CDU campus or centre, must be accompanied by a responsible adult provided by the secondary school or parents/ guardians.
Introduction
Courses available at CDU in 2012
The VET program delivery is flexible and varies according to client demand. Students are encouraged to refer to the university’s website at www.cdu.edu.au/courses for the most up-to-date list of courses. Not all courses are available to secondary school students through VET in Schools programs. Where a course or individual unit of competency is offered as a VET in Schools program, the relevant details are specified in the course information on the website listed above. Some courses are available only under an Australian apprenticeship.
Information on Legislation, Regulations and Standards applicable to CDU students
During your studies at CDU various Government Legislation, Regulations and Standards may apply to your studies. A full list that maybe applicable can be found at Legislation, Regulations and Standards Register.