Visa Guide. Building, Construction and Furnishing. Quality Guidelines Required by TAFE SA. Construction Plumbing Furnishing

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1 Visa Guide 2017 Building, Construction and Furnishing Quality Guidelines Required by TAFE SA Construction Plumbing Furnishing Version

2 Contents Introduction... 2 How to go about setting up a VET in Schools Agreement... 2 Teacher / Trainer / Assessor requirements... 3 Mandatory 2016 Staff Development... 3 School Obligations... 3 Qualifications Overview and requirements... 6 VISA Program Specialist Contacts Self-Assessment Checklist VISA top ups, short courses and other options Additional Links for more information TAFE SA VISA Guide 2017 July 2016 Page 1 of 12

3 Introduction This document details a TAFE SA state-wide approved approach for SA secondary schools wishing to deliver and assess units of competency or the qualification from the following Training Packages: CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package MSF Furnishing Training Package TAFE SA is only offering the units and/or qualification(s) listed in this document to schools under a VET in Schools Arrangement (VISA). TAFE SA as the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) requires that you use the enclosed information as a checklist to ensure all physical and human resources are in place prior to delivery. Teachers and VET Co-ordinators will need to have a thorough understanding of the requirements as presented in this booklet. For further information regarding the obligations of the School and TAFE SA involved in the auspice arrangement, please refer to the overarching Memorandum of Administrative Arrangement (MAA) held with your school for VET in Schools delivery. TAFE SA is required to report all Auspice arrangements to ASQA. How to go about setting up a VET in Schools Agreement The following list provides a guide to get started. 1. Read through this booklet and ascertain if you and your school are willing to enter an auspice agreement 2. If the answer to item 1 is YES, then refer to the Self-Assessment Checklist and start gathering the required information that demonstrates that you have these requirements in place 3. With your Self-Assessment Checklist underway, contact the TAFE SA Program Specialist with the details of the course and/or units you wish to deliver 4. Your TAFE SA Program Specialist will make a time for themselves or another suitable program specialist to go through the requirements with you a. Copies of teacher/trainers qualifications etc for submission to your TAFE SA Program Specialist will be required b. You may need to submit other documentation or resources as evidence of your readiness 5. On successful demonstration that you and your school are ready for VET in Schools delivery you will receive a letter of confirmation from TAFE SA you must wait for this confirmation before you can commence marketing or delivery with students At the beginning of the academic year, or on confirmation of the agreement, you will need to work with your students to set up their profiles through mytafesa (online system). See section on School Obligations. TAFE SA VISA Guide 2017 December 2016 Page 2 of 12

4 Teacher / Trainer / Assessor requirements This section describes the requirements of secondary school teachers to deliver from the specified Training Packages. The engagement of suitable teachers/trainers is a necessity for any VET in Schools delivery. Requirements for delivery: TRAINERS MUST: i. hold the TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment as a minimum qualification inclusive of the unit TAELLN411(Address adult language, literacy and numeracy skills) ii. be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered and assessed; and iii. be able to demonstrate current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided and; iv. be able to demonstrate their current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs their training and assessment. For more information on the national requirements please see guide to the standards for registered training organisations 2015/users guide to thestandards for registered training organisations 2015.html TAFE SA has a range of options to assist teachers to obtain training and assessment qualification. Contact your local campus or see the advert overleaf for further details. Vocational competence required for each of the qualifications presented within this guide is listed under Specific Teacher/Trainer Requirements for each qualification. Mandatory 2017 Staff Development TAFE SA is conducting a mandatory short PD session for VET Co ordinators and VET Teachers. This session will cover the administrative aspects of the VET in Schools Agreements and compliance requirements in readiness for VET delivery in This session will be held on: Thursday November 17 th 2016, 2pm 4pm (Online) School Obligations Schools are required to pay $250 per VISA schedule per qualification annually. TAFE SA will invoice the School on approval of the VISA Schedule. Schools must ensure that all students undertaking study under a VISA Schedule must be recognised as full time secondary school student. The school will need to make a commitment to providing information in a timely manner that accommodates both TAFE SA and Secondary School Sector reporting requirements. TAFE SA will make every attempt to provide the school with as much notice as possible when requesting information, however this could be a minimum of 5 days in extreme cases. TAFE SA VISA Guide 2017 December 2016 Page 3 of 18

5 Date Data Requirement 24 March 2017 School to populate VISA spreadsheet with student data and submit to TAFE SA* 16 June 2017 Update VISA Spreadsheet with first semester results and send to TAFE SA, including any additional students 20 October 2017 Send second semester Year 12 results to TAFE SA along with parchment applications 10 November 2017 Send second semester Year 10 and Year 11 results to TAFE SA Submission of data is through the completion of the VISA spreadsheet being sent to the account. * School students will need to set up their online training profile with TAFE SA through mytafesa. Go to the TAFE SA website for details and resources to assist your students with this process Schools are required to keep all assessment and resulting evidence for a minimum of 2 years. Promotion of VISA Courses A school can only promote a VISA program when the head agreement and appropriate VISA schedule have been signed by both TAFE SA and the school. Anytime a VISA program is promoted to students or is referenced in any print form it must contain the following quote: In partnership with TAFE SA Should a school need to promote a VISA program before the appropriate documentation has been finalised then consent from TAFE SA is required and print materials must include the words anticipated delivery. TAFE SA VISA Guide 2017 December 2016 Page 4 of 12

6 Opportunity for Teachers Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40110 To deliver VET in a school setting, you need to hold the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40110) as well as have industry competency and currency. This program is for teachers who have completed the Bachelor of Education (or equivalent) OR hold current registration as a teacher with the Teachers Registration Board of SA (or equivalent regulatory agency) Option 1: Certificate IV in Training & Assessment TAE Day workshop Cost: $ per person Option 2: Upgrade from TAA40104 to TAE40110 For teachers who currently work within the VET environment and deliver and assess competency based training AND hold a current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAA40104) Workshop one day interactive workshop, includes the Language, Literacy & Numeracy unit. Online self-directed & self-paced, participants must have computing skills to commence Cost: $ per person Option 3: Language, Literacy & Numeracy (core unit) For holders of the TAE40110 qualification, this unit will become core in Workshop interactive one day workshop Cost: $ per person For all dates please refer to our icentral site: or contact: Christine Rousenvell t: e: christine.rousenvell@tafesa.edu.au (Version: May, 2016)

7 Qualifications Overview and requirements MSF10113 Certificate I in Furnishing Packaging Rules - To be awarded the MSF10113 Certificate I in Furnishing, competency must be achieved in eight units of competency - five core units and three elective units. Core Units National Code Unit Title Nominal hours Tick to select MSAENV272B Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices 30 MSAPMOHS100A Follow OHS procedures 20 MSAPMOPS101A Make measurements 30 MSAPMSUP102A Communicate in the workplace 20 MSAPMSUP106A Work in a team 30 Electives Units National Code Unit Title Nominal hours Tick to select MSFFM1001 Construct a basic timber furnishing product 100 MSFFM2002 Assemble furnishing components 20 MSFFM2005 Join solid timber 8 Job Roles / Employment Outcomes The MSF10113 Certificate I in Furnishing reflects vocational outcomes for those performing operational duties in a furnishing enterprise supporting others. Application This qualification is typically used to develop skills and knowledge in basic furnishing techniques that may include a variety of employment-related skills including preparatory access and participation skills, broad-based induction skills and/or specific workplace skills. It may also include participation in a team or work group. Specific Teacher / Trainer Requirements In order to deliver this qualification teachers need to meet the requirements for delivery as specified on page 3 under Teachers / Trainer / Assessor Requirements AND the following: Evidence of current, relevant industry experience where the competencies have been applied (preferred). Experience that is specifically relevant to the current role in training and assessment. Comprehensive current knowledge of the industry and current practices. If you do not hold the required accredited units in relation to Vocational Competence TAFE SA offers Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Gap Training in these units of competency. For further information contact the Program Specialist. PD or Strategies for Maintaining Currency of Experience Familiarity with the VQF National Standards Recommended: 5 day / year PD in the Furnishing Industry, and/or attend one day Furnishing TAFE SA teacher inservice An application for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) based on the above previous learning / experience and current knowledge can be made, by contacting your Program Specialist. TAFE SA Annual PD Workshops may be mandated. TAFE SA VISA Guide 2017 December 2016 Page 6 of 12

8 Facilities and Equipment The school will be responsible to have specific equipment required for the units identified as prescribed by the visiting/auditing TAFE SA program specialist. Access to plans, hand and/or power tools, equipment, materials, woodworking machinery and a work area. Tools and Equipment may include: Measuring tapes or rulers Hammers Mallets Squares Bevels Chisels Planes Hand saws Machines may include: Band saws Cross cut saws Rip saws Panel planers Power saws Cordless drills/screwdrivers Power drills Fixing and joining devices Jigs Clamping devices Pincers Belt sander Horizontal borers Vertical drill presses Pedestal grinders and hand wood turning lathes Delivery and Assessment Materials Lesson Plans and modified assessments reflecting the current Training Package (MSF). Assessment and Delivery Strategies according VET Quality Framework National Standards - Resources to support the training. Other Resources The Building and Construction workgroup will make available specific session plans and topic workbooks, validated assessment tools and appropriate learning materials. TAFE SA VISA Guide 2017 December 2016 Page 7 of 12

9 CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction Packaging Rules - To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in 11 units of competency: eight core units and three elective units. Core Units National Code Unit Title Nominal hours Tick to select CPCCCM1012A Work effectively and sustainably in the construction 20 industry CPCCCM1013A Plan and organise work 20 CPCCCM1014A Conduct workplace communication 20 CPCCCM2001A Read and interpret plans and specifications 36 CPCCCM2005B Use construction tools and equipment 96 CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the 20 construction industry CPCCVE1011A Undertake a basic construction project 40 *To be delivered by TAFE SA CPCCOHS1001A* Work safely in the construction industry (white card)* 6 Electives Units National Code Unit Title Nominal hours Tick to select CPCCCM1015A Carry out measurements and calculations 20 CPCCCM2004A Handle construction materials 16 CPCCCM2006B Apply basic levelling procedures 8 Job Roles / Employment Outcomes There are no specific job outcomes to the Certificate I in Construction, but the skills achieved will assist in successfully undertaking a Certificate II pre-vocational program or job outcome qualification, or will facilitate entry into an Australian Apprenticeship. Application This Certificate I in Construction provides an introduction to the construction industry, its culture, occupations, job roles and workplace expectations. The units of competency cover essential work health and safety requirements, the industrial and work organisation structure, communication skills, work planning, and basic use of tools and materials. The qualification is built around a basic construction project unit that integrates the skills and embeds the facets of employability skills in context. The qualification is suited to VET in Schools programs or learners with no previous connection to the construction industry or relevant employment history. The construction industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered in this context. A substantial period of work placement is recommended to ensure the unit outcomes are met. Licensing/regulatory considerations *Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCOHS1001A covers this regulatory OHS requirement before access to any building and construction work site. Specific Teacher / Trainer Requirements In order to deliver this qualification teachers need to meet the requirements for delivery as specified on page 3 under Teachers / Trainer / Assessor Requirements AND the following: Evidence of current, relevant industry experience where the competencies have been applied (preferred). Experience that is specifically relevant to the current role in training and assessment. TAFE SA VISA Guide 2017 December 2016 Page 8 of 12

10 Comprehensive current knowledge of the industry and current practices. If you do not hold the required accredited units in relation to Vocational Competence TAFE SA offers Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Gap Training in these units of competency. For further information contact the Program Specialist. PD or Strategies for Maintaining Currency of Experience Familiarity with the VQF National Standards Recommended: 5 day / year PD in Construction Services Industry, and/or attend on day TAFE SA Building & Construction teacher in-service An application for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) based on the above previous learning / experience and current knowledge can be made, by contacting your Program Specialist. TAFE SA Annual PD Workshops may be mandated. Facilities and Equipment Specific equipment required for the units identified as prescribed by the visiting/auditing TAFE SA program specialist. Hand Tools may include: Cutting, planning, boring, shaping, fixing, fastening and percussion tools Material shifting and holding tools Setting out, marking out and levelling tools. Power and pneumatic tools may include: Portable, electrical, pneumatic and gas driven tools, including their leads and hoses. Plant and Equipment include: 240v power supplied Compressors Generators Hand held or small single person operated equipment Pneumatic driven Delivery and Assessment Materials The construction industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered in this context. A substantial period of work placement is recommended to ensure the unit outcomes are met. Lesson Plans and modified assessments reflecting the current CPC08 Construction, Plumbing Services Training Package. Assessment and Delivery Strategies according VET Quality Framework National Standards - Resources to support the training. Other Resources The Building and Construction workgroup will make available specific session plans and topic workbooks, validated assessment tolls and appropriate learning materials. TAFE SA VISA Guide 2017 December 2016 Page 9 of 12

11 VISA Program Specialist Contacts QUALIFICATION MSF10113 Certificate I in Furnishing CONTACT peter.christie@tafesa.edu.au (Metropolitan) john.mcauliffe@tafesa.edu.au (Outer Adelaide and Regional) CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction john.holst@tafesa.edu.au Secondary Schools Engagement T: (08) F: (08) E: visa@tafesa.edu.au Self-Assessment Checklist TAFE SA VISA Guide 2017 December 2016 Page 10 of 12

12 Self Assessment Checklist ASQA AUDIT MANDATORY EVIDENCE REQUIREMENTS ARE WE READY? Training and Assessment Staff Facilities and Equipment Training Plan Documentation Training and Assessment resources Student Information Feedback Learning Needs Records Management Training and Assessment Qualifications for each teacher/trainer: TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment Vocational Competency (units) to the level being delivered Evidence of professional development as outlined Facilities and equipment required for each unit of competency has been identified and available. Real Workplace or Simulated Environment WHS requirements relevant to units of competency, the equipment and delivery site have been met. List of approved Units of Competency including Title, National Code and TAFE SA Code Access to the correct version of the Training Package Access to the individual Unit of Competency outlines Resources and Assessment items are available for all relevant Units of Competency All resources reflect correct titles and national codes Processes should be in place and are available to inform all students of: Correct title and national code of the qualification and/or units Course outcomes and pathways Learning and assessment arrangements TAFE SA RPL processes Student support services Complaints and appeals processes Opportunities to provide feedback Other program specific information Processes for collecting, analysing and using feedback from students, as a basis for improvement, in the following areas are in place and are available to all students: Facilities and equipment Learning and Assessment resources Processes are in place to identify student learning needs and learning support requirements 1. Normal record keeping by the school includes record keeping and reporting of VET undertaken by students. 2. Files maintained by the school contain verified qualifications of all staff and their ongoing professional development, and includes: Vocational qualifications and experience Training and Assessment qualifications Professional development activities 3. The school maintains current student files that include evidence of: Counselling/Registration Induction/Orientation Participation/Communication Assessments The relevant TAFE SA program specialist will be required to validate and confirm that the school has in place the necessary delivery and assessment requirements prior to finalisation of a VISA schedule and before delivery can commence. TAFE SA VISA Guide 2017 December 2016 Page 17 of 18

13 VISA top ups, short courses and other options Only the units and qualifications listed in this document are available for school teachers to deliver in the school based environment under a VISA. For any additional units or full qualifications not listed in this document, there are other training and assessment options on offer from TAFE SA outside of VISA. Different options, methodologies and partnership arrangements can include: Training Guarantee for SACE Students Facilitated online classes and assessment Short Courses (package of units) under a Fee-For-Service agreement School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships Contact your program specialist to discuss these options or any other model that you would like to consider. Additional Links for more information Training.gov.au (TGA) National Skills Standards Council Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) TAFE SA VISA Guide 2017 December 2016 Page 12 of 12