The following is a direct extract from the LEST Quality Training and Assessment Policy &
Procedures Document better as Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) 303. Where any variance
with SOP 303 and the Student Handbook, the SOP303 will take Precedence.
CODE OF PRACTICE
Purpose
This code of practice describes the LEST commitment to the maintenance of high standards in the
provision of education, training and other client services.
Scope
This procedure applies to all persons employed by or contracted to LEST.
Responsible Parties
The Training Manager is responsible for the maintenance, control and issue of the SOP.
CODE OF PRACTICE
Educational standards:
LEST will adopt policies and management practices that maintain high professional standards in
the delivery of education and training services and which safeguard the interests and welfare of
trainees.
LEST will maintain a learning environment that is conducive to the success of trainees. LEST has
the capacity to deliver the course(s) listed on its website and wherever advertised and will ensure
that the facilities, methods and materials used in the provision of training will be appropriate to the
outcomes to be achieved.
LEST will maintain systems for recording and archiving trainee enrolments, attendance,
completion, assessment outcomes, recognition of prior learning, grievances, qualifications and
statements of attainment issued.
LEST will treat all personal records of clients confidentially.
Course delivery
LEST will, prior to course commencement, give trainees all relevant information about the course
curriculum, program of study, availability of learning resources and appropriate support services.
LEST will ensure that training and assessment occur in accordance with the requirements of the
accredited course or endorsed training package and where appropriate, the Victorian Registrations
and Qualifications Authority guidelines for customising courses where applicable
Staff
LEST will ensure that the responsibility for the management and coordination of training delivery,
assessment (including the recognition of prior learning), staff selection and professional
development is clearly identified and undertaken by a person or persons with relevant qualifications
and experience. LEST will ensure that all assessors have:
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demonstrated vocational competencies at least to the level of those being delivered
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demonstrated achievement of at the core competencies of TAAENV401 assessment
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industrial experience that is current and relevant to the particular course or modules they
are assessing
LEST will ensure that all trainers have:
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demonstrated competencies at least to the level of those being delivered
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demonstrated achievement of at least Certificate IV in Training And Assessment
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industrial experience that is current and relevant to the particular course or modules that
they are involved in delivering.
Training environment
LEST will comply with all laws relevant to the operation of the training premises including
occupational health and safety and fire safety regulations and ensure that the training premises
are of adequate size and have adequate heating, cooling lighting and ventilation.
LEST will ensure that training facilities, equipment and other resource materials are adequate for
the courses being delivered and are maintained in good order and repair.
Credentials and statements of attainment
LEST will issue credentials and/or statements of attendance to trainees who satisfactorily
complete the requirements of the courses. Where appropriate, modules completed and/or national
competencies achieved will be identified.
LEST will accept and mutually recognise the qualifications and statements of attainment awarded
by all registered training organisations.
Quality assurance and improvement
LEST has clearly documented procedures for managing and monitoring all training operations and
reviewing trainee/client satisfaction.
Marketing
LEST will market its education and training products with integrity, accuracy and professionalism,
avoiding vague and ambiguous statements. In the provision of information, no false or misleading
comparisons will be drawn with any other provider or course.
Recruitment and selection
LEST will provide accurate, relevant and up-to-date information to trainees prior to commencement.
This will include, but not be limited to:
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copy of code of practice
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certification to be issued to the trainee on completion, or partial completion of the course
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assessment procedures
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arrangements for the recognition of prior learning
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grievance/appeal procedure
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facilities and equipment
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trainee support services
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application process and selection criteria
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fees and costs involved in undertaking training; and
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fee refund policy.
Recruitment of trainees will be conducted at all times in an ethical and responsible manner and be
consistent with the requirements of the curriculum. LEST will ensure that trainee application and
selection processes are explicit and defensible and comply with access and equity principles.
Trainee grievances/appeals
LEST has a fair and equitable process for dealing with trainee grievances/appeals as part of it's
training and quality system.
Recognition of prior learning
Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is the acknowledgement of the full range of an individuals skills
and knowledge, irrespective of how it has been acquired. It includes competencies gained through
formal study, work experience and other life experience.
LEST aims to ensure that an individuals prior learning is recognised, irrespective of where or how
the learning has taken place.