Student Rights and Responsibilities
Sunshine Coast TAFE perceives and interacts with you as an adult capable of reasonable and responsible behavior, and accordingly, you are required to adhere to public laws and Department of Education, Training and the Arts policies. If you breach these laws and policies, you may be subject to disciplinary action appropriate to the breach.
By signing the enrolment form, you agree to abide by the Sunshine Coast TAFE regulations, which include punctual and regular attendance, the observation of Workplace Health and Safety requirements, the maintenance of a high standard of behavior and respect for TAFE property and each individual's rights.
You have the right to:
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be treated fairly and with respect
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learn in a supportive and safe environment, free of discrimination and harassment
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have access to counselling and support services
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have personal records kept private, subject to statutory requirements
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have access to your personal records on request
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be given information about assessment procedures at the beginning of study
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have your existing skills and knowledge recognised
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receive feedback on your academic progress
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appeal academic decisions or procedural matters
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make a complaint to or about any staff member without fear of victimisation
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have complaints dealt with fairly, promptly, confidentially and without retribution.
When communicating and interacting with Sunshine Coast TAFE staff and other students in person, by letter, fax, telephone, email, via online conferencing, videoconferencing or teleconferencing, you have a responsibility to:
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treat people with respect and fairness regardless of their background or culture
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show respect for others by not swearing, using obscenities or making offensive remarks
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not do anything that could offend, embarrass or threaten others
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not harass or disrupt others in the performance of their duties or studies
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avoid unacceptable behavior i.e. aggressive, threatening or abusive behavior (including bullying or harassment)
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respect and not damage or steal property of the TAFE or of other persons
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make true statements in regard to your student status or representation as a student or entitlements as a student.
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return or renew library resources or other borrowed materials and equipment on time as stated in the library policy.
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Safety – See TAFE Queensland Student Rules section 9
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Campus environment and resources – See TAFE Queensland Student Rules section 12
When on Sunshine Coast TAFE premises or any premises used by Sunshine Coast TAFE, or work experience, industry or vocational placement, you have the additional responsibility to:
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follow any safety practices required, for example, wear approved clothing and protective equipment and follow directions, both written and spoken, given by TAFE staff or the employer. You are entitled to challenge, respectfully, directions or decisions if they appear to be unlawful or unreasonable or endanger a person’s health or safety
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not enter these premises with illegal drugs, alcohol, weapons or be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
