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COURSE GUIDEWELCOME TO ALGAustralian Learning Group (ALG) is a registered training organisation that has
been offering high-quality vocational education and training for over 15 years.
ALG offers a range of accredited certificate and diploma level courses in
Health and Community services related fields of study from campuses acrossAustralia.
We exist to nurture and empower people towards meaningful careers.

OUR PURPOSE

NURTURING AND EMPOWERING PEOPLE ON THEIR PATH TO MORE
MEANINGFUL CAREERS

OUR PROMISEYOU’RE IN THE RIGHT PLACE

It’s a big decision to educate yourself. Most of our community is on a journey,
and we want everyone to feel at home and that they are in the right place tolearn, evolve, transform, be better and be looked after. We are a family, andall our staff, educators and students are in the right place.

Student Support							

5Our Courses								7COURSES
Aged Care								

10Community Services						

12Counselling								

14Mental Health							

15Early Childhood Education and Care				16

Fitness								

19Yoga Teaching							

20Course Fees								

22Timetable								

23Calendar								

23Orientation								

23Entry Requirements							

24Studying With Us							

25Application Process							

26Course Credit							

28Higher Education Study Pathways				29

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Our Values								4

3OUR VALUESEMBRACE CHANGE
We are a dynamic business, built around a highly adaptable team, with a focus onfinding the best way to get things done. We encourage our students, trainers andstaff to challenge the status quo. We believe in leaning in, digging deep and being
resourceful to make sure we finish what we start.

PEOPLE FOCUSEDWe treat our community like family, whether you are a student, trainer or staff member.
We know everyone has a story to tell and we pride ourselves in first collecting thedots before we connect the dots. We embrace diversity and actively seek to ensure
everyone feels comfortable to contribute and feels valued in doing so.

HUMBLE EXPERTBe prepared, do it right and don’t do it twice. We need to abide by the laws andregulations of our industry, so we focus on having a high attention to detail. We
prioritise good communication and look to be clear and fair in everything that we do.
We are knowledgeable, hard working and we believe in being the best at what we
do. We deliver great education experiences that drive real outcomes, and our work
will speak for itself; we don’t need to boast.

DREAM BIGWe keep an entrepreneurial spirit and strive to think about the big picture at all
times. We come with solutions, not more questions, and a drive to make thosesolutions a reality. We aim high, and think critically and creatively to drive thebusiness forward.

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STUDENT SUPPORTWe are proud to offer a wide range of support strategies and international student information
to help guide you through your journey in Australia with us!

STUDENT EXPERIENCE

Every location Australia-wide has a full-time Student Experience team stationed at reception,
who are the first point of call for all student enquiries, including those students that may facedifficulties during their course, that could affect their learning. Additionally, students can also
contact their dedicated team via telephone, email or by booking an appointment for a one-toone meeting.

ACADEMIC SUPPORTWhen our students have questions about their assessments, their grades, their classes oranything related to their academic studies they are able to contact their trainer directly via
Canvas. Our trainers are here to support our students during their studies just as much as ourStudent Services team and are always willing to help.

LANGUAGE, LITERACY & NUMERACY (LLN) SUPPORTWe offer LLN support classes to assist students with their communication skills during their timewith us. We understand the difficulties that our students may face with English as a second
language, and are here to help our students adjust during their time studying in Australia. These
classes run weekly for 1.5 hours during the term.

STUDENT COUNSELLING SERVICE

Australian Learning Group offers a Counselling Service which is run through AccessEAP. These
services include:•

Personal issues•

Communication skills•

Study/life effectiveness•

LGBTQ support•

Improving relationships•

Drug, alcohol & substance abuse•

Facing crisis and trauma•

Life goals•

Coping with deadlines•

Gambling & addiction•

Financial and legal concerns•

Trauma, grief & loss•

Improving your grades•

Depression & anxiety

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Sydney Campus
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OUR COURSES
For full details about our individual course options, including fees and duration, visit alg.edu.au/
fees/

AGED CARE
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
CRICOS Course Code 112587C

CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
CRICOS Course Code 095783M

COMMUNITY AND HEALTH
CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services
CRICOS Course Code 112586D

CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services
CRICOS Course Code 112584F

CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling
CRICOS Course Code 095788F

CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health
CRICOS Course Code 095787G

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
CRICOS Course Code 107418G

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
CRICOS Course Code 107419F

FITNESS AND YOGA TEACHING
SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness
CRICOS Course Code 108724M

SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness
CRICOS Course Code 108723A

11149NAT Certificate IV in Yoga Teaching
CRICOS Course Code 112589A

11150NAT Diploma of Yoga Teaching
CRICOS Course Code 112588B

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COURSES

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ALG offers a range of accredited courses in Healthand Community services related fields of study from
campuses across Australia.
These courses allow our students to upskill and provide them with additional opportunities in the industry of their choosing.

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AGED CARE
CHC33021

CHC43015

CERTIFICATE III IN INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATE IV INSUPPORT (AGEING)AGEING SUPPORTCRICOS Course CodeDuration
Availability
Study Mode

112587C
4 Terms (52 weeks)1
ADE, BNE, MEL, SYD
Full-Time (20 hrs per week)2

You will learn how to use a person centred
approach while taking care of those that needassistance with their daily living. You will follow
their individual care plans to assist with theirpersonal care, emotional wellbeing and promotea healthy lifestyle. Looking after an elderly person
requires a caring supportive and patient natureso that you can establish a trust and good
relationship with your client.
Our Aged Care course delivery is a great
combination ‘hands-on’ training in a simulation
lab and up-to-date theory study in theclassroom. This practical approach to training,along with work placement will make sure thatour graduates are job-ready and able to excel in
their chosen careers.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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Personal Care Assistant
Aged Care Worker
Residential Care Worker
Accommodation Support Worker
Assisting in Nursing
In-home Respite Worker

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

CRICOS Course CodeDuration
Availability
Study Mode

095783M
2 Terms (26 weeks)1
ADE, BNE, MEL, SYD
Full-Time (20 hrs per week)2

Ideally you will be working in aged care services
so that you can build on the skills learnt in
the Certificate III in Individual Support. Thisqualification will allow you to advance in yourcareer in aged care, by preparing you to support
elderly clients in specialised tasks and functions
but also in a variety of settings. By completing thisaged care course you will build a foundation forsupervising other support workers, advocating forthe elderly within a caring and legal and ethicalframework.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES•••Aged Care Team Leader
Home Care Team Leader
Community Care Centre Team Leader

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
See Page 26 for course entry requirements. For
additional course information visit alg.edu.au/
certificate-iv-in-ageing-support/
Prerequisites for entry into the course requires thatstudents must have attained core units from CHC33015
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing). See entry
requirements for more information.

See Page 26 for course entry requirements. For
additional course information visit alg.edu.au/
certificate-iii-in-individual-support-ageing/

COURSE								WORK PLACEMENT HOURS*CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)			
120 hours
CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support				
150 hours*changes to training package requirements or course structure could affect the required work placement hours in the future.

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Total duration is dependant on intake dates and holiday duration
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“I learned so much and gained more knowledge in the field I’m in now.
I work as a carer in a nursing home and got to practice everything I
learned at ALG which was really helpful.”

Edlyn Tugna | Philippines
Certificate III in Individual Support

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COMMUNITY SERVICES
CHC42021

CERTIFICATE IV INCOMMUNITY SERVICESCRICOS Course CodeDuration
Availability
Study Mode

112586D
4 Terms (52 weeks)1
BNE, MEL, SYD
Full-Time (20 hrs per week)2Community Services is a sector with a varietyof challenging and interesting roles andopportunities allowing you to provide a rangeof person-centred services in the sector. Our
Certificate IV in Community Services Course will
help prepare you to embrace a range of entry
point employment opportunities in community
services.
You may be involved in delivering person-centred
services to individuals, groups and communities.
You will be providing support, advocacy orinterventions to individual persons, groups orcommunities across a range of services.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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Community Services Worker
Case Worker
Child, Youth and Family Worker
Family Support Worker
Disability Support Worker
Advocacy Worker
Community Development Worker
Youth Worker
Crisis Intervention Worker
Employment Services Worker
Education Support Worker

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
See Page 26 for course entry requirements. For
additional course information visit alg.edu.au/
certificate-iv-in-community-services/1
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Total duration is dependant on intake dates and holiday duration.
See page 27 for more information.

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CHC52021

DIPLOMA OF
COMMUNITY SERVICESCRICOS Course CodeDuration
Availability
Study Mode

112584F
8 Terms (104 weeks)1
BNE, MEL, SYD
Full-Time (20 hrs per week)2Community Services is a sector with a varietyof challenging and interesting roles andopportunities allowing you to specialise in the
sector or work as a generalist. Our Community
Services Course will help prepare you for theoutside world.
You may be involved in managing, coordinating
and/or delivering of person-centered services toindividuals, groups and communities. You will be
providing direct support to individuals or groups
of individuals using a strengths based casemanagement model.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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Community Services Worker
Case Worker
Case Manager
Child, Youth and Family Worker
Support Worker
Intake Officer
Program Coordinator

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
See Page 26 for course entry requirements. For
additional course information visit alg.edu.au/
diploma-of-community-services/

COURSE								WORK PLACEMENT HOURS*CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services				
400 hours*changes to training package requirements or course structure could affect the required work placement hours in the future.

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COUNSELLING
CHC51015

DIPLOMA OF
COUNSELLINGCRICOS Course CodeDuration
Availability
Study Mode

095788F
6 Terms (78 weeks)1
MEL, SYD
Full-Time (20 hrs per week)2

If you are planning to start the journey to having
a career in counselling, are looking to improveyour current career or want to further your own
personal development, our framework ensures
you will be getting the most out your studies.
As part of our counselling course you will
become familiar with evidence-based
counselling models, strategies and therapies
as well as various communication techniquessuch as micro-counselling and interviewing skills
drawing on varied therapies to assist clients

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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Therapeutic Case Worker/Manager
Counselling Support Worker
Group Facilitator, Coach/Mentor
Family Support Worker
Pastoral Support Worker/Carer
Education/Psychosocial Support
Prevention and Early Intervention Worker

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
See Page 26 for course entry requirements. For
additional course information visit alg.edu.au/
diploma-of-counselling/

CLINICAL PRACTICE
After receiving plenty of face-to-face training andin-class role plays, you will be able to apply what you
have learned in our simulated Clinical Practice module
allowing you to use your newly acquired skills in asimulated counselling clinic.

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Total duration is dependant on intake dates and holiday duration
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MENTAL HEALTH
CHC53315

DIPLOMA OF
MENTAL HEALTHCRICOS Course CodeDuration
Availability
Study Mode

095787G
8 Terms (104 weeks)1
MEL, SYD
Full-Time (20 hrs per week)2

Demand for dedicated professionals in this
sector is consistently growing. If you have apassion for helping others and are looking for aninteresting and challenging field to specialise in,our mental health course will be a great fit foryou.
Your training is a combination of classroom andpractical elements like role plays, simulations
and compulsory work placement. This gives you
the skills and knowledge to provide services thatmaintain a therapeutic alliance with clients livingwith mental health issues.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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Therapeutic Case Worker/Manager
Counselling Support Worker
Group Facilitator, Coach/Mentor
Family Support Worker
Pastoral Support Worker/Carer
Education/Psychosocial Support
Prevention and Early Intervention Worker

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
See Page 26 for course entry requirements. For
additional course information visit alg.edu.au/
diploma-of-mental-health/

COURSE		 WORK PLACEMENT HOURS*CHC53315		
160 hours*changes to training package requirements or course structure could
affect the required work placement hours in the future.

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EARLY CHILDHOODEDUCATION AND CARE
CHC30121

CERTIFICATE III IN
EARLY CHILDHOODEDUCATION AND CARECRICOS Course CodeDuration
Availability
Study Mode

112586D
4 Terms (52 weeks)1
ADE, BNE, MEL, SYD
Full-Time (20 hrs per week)2

As the entry-level course for the Early Childhoodindustry, our Early Childhood Education and Care
Courses provides students with a great foundation
for a meaningful career path.
In this course, students learn to support children’swell-being and development in the context of
an approved learning framework. Students willdevelop a range of skills and knowledge using
discretion and judgment when carrying out theirwork in the context of established organisational
policies and procedures.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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Long Day Care Worker
Family Day Care Worker
Occasional Care Worker
Qualified Nanny
Early Childhood Worker
Playgroup Supervisor

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
See Page 26 for course entry requirements. For
additional course information visit alg.edu.au/
certificate-iii-in-early-childhood-educationand-care/

CHC50121DIPLOMA OF
EARLY CHILDHOODEDUCATION AND CARECRICOS Course CodeDuration
Availability
Study Mode

112584F
4 Terms (52 weeks)1
ADE, BNE, MEL, SYD
Full-Time (20 hrs per week)2

The Diploma of Early Childhood Education andCare is for students who would like to take thenext step in their Early Childhood Education
career. This nationally recognised qualification is
the perfect opportunity to build on the existingskills and knowledge acquired in Certificate III.
In this course, students will learn to implement
an approved learning framework, and support
children’s well-being, learning and development.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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Early Childhood Educator
Family Day Care Educator
Occasional Care Educator
Centre Director
Educational Leader
Room Leader
Second in Charge/ Certified Supervisor

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
See Page 26 for course entry requirements. For
additional course information visit alg.edu.au/
diploma-of-early-childhood-education-and-care/
Prerequisites for entry into the course requires thatstudents must have attained core units from CHC30121
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. See
entry requirements for more information.

COURSE									WORK PLACEMENT HOURS*CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care		
182 hours
CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care		
280 hours*changes to training package requirements or course structure could affect the required work placement hours in the future.

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Total duration is dependant on intake dates and holiday duration.
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“Thanks to ALG, I am currently employed as an early childhood
educator at Goodstart Childcare Centre and I absolutely love
it! I’ve been working there for over a year now”
Claudia Neira | Chile
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Alex has been working at F45 and Body Fit training and believes that group training classes are anamazing way to learn how to coach and deal with all different types of clients at various fitness levels.
After he graduates, Alex plans to continue working in group fitness classes. He would like to start his own
personal training business as well. His advice: “Get yourself involved as much as you can. As if you weretraining, give your best all your energy to learn and be better”
Alex | France
Certificate III & IV in Fitness

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FITNESSSIS30321

CERTIFICATE III
IN FITNESSCRICOS Course CodeDuration
Availability
Study Mode

108724M
4 Terms (52 weeks)1
BNE, MEL, SYD
Full-Time (20 hrs per week)2

The Certificate III in Fitness is your first step into
the fitness industry. This national qualification
allows you to be a ‘fitness instructor’. You will learn
to assess, train and supervise clients in fitness
centres and gyms.
In your classes you can expect to take the role ofclient and instructor, engage in roleplays, create
programs and simulate learning activities thatyou will then put into practice in the gym. You willlearn and develop your knowledge to plan for yourclients’ care.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES••

Fitness Instructor
Group Instructor

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
See Page 26 for course entry requirements. For
additional course information visit alg.edu.au/
certificate-iii-in-fitness/

SIS40221

CERTIFICATE IV
IN FITNESSCRICOS Course CodeDuration
Availability
Study Mode

108723A
4 Terms (52 weeks)1
BNE, MEL, SYD
Full-Time (20 hrs per week)2

If you want to be a Personal Trainer, you willneed to undertake the Certificate IV in Fitness.
This national qualification allows you to train
and develop your own clients in an unsupervised
setting. Whether you want to train outdoors,
in a commercial gym, or in a private studio,
you will become a highly competent trainer
after completing this course. You will have theopportunity to explore different modalities such as
weights training, functional training, mobility andpreventative exercise.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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Personal Trainer
Group Fitness Instructor
Gym Instructor
Fitness Consultant
Exercise Specialist

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
See Page 26 for course entry requirements. For
additional course information visit alg.edu.au/
certificate-iv-in-fitness/
Prerequisites for entry into the course requires thatstudents must have attained core units from SIS30321
Certificate III in Fitness. See entry requirements for more
information.

FITNESS FACILITIESStudents will have the opportunity to benefit from ALG’s partnership with the Fitness and Lifestyle Group,
one of Australia’s largest health and fitness businesses. The partnership allows ALG students to learn andapply practical skills in quality leading commercial fitness facilities including but not limited to Fitness
First and Goodlife Health Clubs.

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Total duration is dependant on intake dates and holiday duration.
See page 27 for more information.

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YOGA TEACHING
11149NAT

CERTIFICATE IV IN
YOGA TEACHING
CRICOS Course CodeDuration
Availability
Study Mode

112589A
4 Terms (52 weeks)1
BNE, MEL, SYD
Full-Time (20 hrs per week)2

The 12-month program is divided into practicaland theory sessions giving you all the tools toteach yoga competently and authentically.
It reflects the role and skills needed to teachyoga at basic to intermediate level in a groupsetting or one-on-one situation. This course will
provide participants with a range of knowledge
and skills to instruct yoga classes and practices
like pranayama, mindfulness, and meditation
using yoga philosophical frameworks. They will
be able to apply anatomy and physiology toyoga teaching promoting health, demonstrating
sequencing skills, the progressive practice of
postures, instructional techniques, and posturalalignment, as well as current yoga businesspractices and professional standards and ethics.

11150NATDIPLOMA OF
YOGA TEACHING

CRICOS Course CodeDuration
Availability
Study Mode

112588B
4 Terms (52 weeks)1
BNE, MEL, SYD
Full-Time (20 hrs per week)2

The Diploma is designed to prepare individuals
to function as professional yoga teachers who
are able to apply yoga therapeutically. It reflects
the role and skills needed to teach yoga andmeditation at a more specialised level in a groupsetting, one-on-one situation, or to individuals
with specific needs at various stages of life.
Students are enabled to build on their learned
skills and develop abilities in advanced yogic
consultation techniques by applying foundational
principles of therapeutic yoga, yogic lifestyle, andyoga philosophy. They also learn how to undertake
research in order to provide a professional service
within their scope of practice and how to deal
with students who have special needs and chronic
conditions.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESCAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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Yoga teacher in gyms, studios
Yoga studio owner/manager
Program coordinator
Teacher may be self-employed or contracted.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
See Page 26 for course entry requirements. For
additional course information visit alg.edu.au/
certificate-iv-in-yoga-teaching/

Yoga teacher
Yoga program coordinator
Yoga group instructor
Yoga studio manager
Yoga studio owner

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
See Page 26 for course entry requirements. For
additional course information visit alg.edu.au/
diploma-of-yoga-teaching/
Prerequisites for entry into the course requires thatstudents must have completed a nationally recognised
Certificate IV in Yoga Teaching. See entry requirements
for more information.

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“The course really gives me a good learning structure for yoga,
to learn how to teach yoga and the vocabulary for yoga.”
Alessandra Guti | Brazil
Certificte IV & Diploma of Yoga Teaching

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COURSE FEES
Flexible payment options are available for all ALG courses upon enrolment and students have thefreedom to choose and switch between options at the start of each term. Our payment options are:Pay by Term
Students pay their tuition fees per term. There are many methods for students to pay their fees.
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Students can visit their Student Portal and pay online via PoLi or credit card (a nominal surcharge of
1% apply).
Students may pay via bank transfer to the college bank accountStudents can pay via their education agent.

Pay by MonthStudents can pay their tuition in monthly installments and have upcoming tuition fees automaticallydeducted from their nominated bank account or debit/credit card via our payment partner
Debitsuccess. To see a full breakdown of our course price list please visit alg.edu.au/fees/
Refunds
We understand that, at times, students may find themselves in circumstances that mean that they are
no longer able to continue their studies with us. Students are eligible for a refund if they cancel theirstudies before the first Monday of the term the student is cancelling from. Students will not be eligible
for a refund if notification of cancellation is received after the first Monday of the term the student iscancelling from.
Joining Fees are non-refundable.

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STUDENT TIMETABLING
Australian Learning Group has 3 timetable options for students which are consistent nationally at all
campuses:• Monday and Tuesday• Wednesday and Thursday• Evenings - Monday to Thursday
For more information regarding our timetable options please see alg.edu.au/timetable/

2024 CALENDAR
TERM

Term 1January
IntakeTerm 2
April
IntakeTerm 3
July
IntakeTerm 4
OctoberIntakeAPPLICATIONCUT OFFORIENTATION

PAY-BY-TERM
DUE DATE

PAY-BY-MONTHDUE DATE

Wednesday
24th Jan

Thursday25th Jan

29th Jan to
5th Apr6th Apr to
21st Apr

Monday8th Jan

3rd Jan
3rd Feb
3rd MarThursday18th Apr

Friday19th Apr

22nd Apr to
28th Jun

29th Jun to
14th Jul

Monday1st Apr3rd Apr3rd May
3rd JunThursday11th Jul

Friday12th Jul

15th Jul to
20th Sep

21st Sep to
6th Oct

Monday24th Jun

3rd Jul
3rd Aug
3rd Sep

Thursday3rd Oct

Friday4th Oct

7th Oct to13th Dec

14th Dec to
2nd Feb2024

Monday16th Sep

3rd Oct
3rd Nov
3rd Dec(new students)

TERM DATES TERM BREAK

ORIENTATION DAY
Orientation occurs on a Friday before official classes
commence. It’s jam-packed with bonding activities
and is the formal introduction of all new students to
ALG.
They meet staff and other students within the cohortfrom other disciplines (e.g. Fitness, Yoga, Community
Services, Early Childhood Education). Students also
receive important information about the College, life inAustralia and more!

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
English Proficiency Requirements
All training and assessment at ALG is conducted in English and international students must provide
evidence of meeting the required level of English proficiency before commencing their course. For more
information regarding English requirements please visit alg.edu.au/english/
Course Level

Certificate III andCertificate IV

Evidence required prior to course commencement1••••

Diploma••••

IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent), with no individual band under 5.0; or
ALG in-house English Proficiency test equivalent to IELTS 5.5; ora Certificate IV level qualification (or higher) completed from the Australian Qualifications
Framework (AQF) in Australia within 2 years of commencing course with ALG; orCompletion in Australia and in the English language, the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education
within 2 years before commencing course with ALG.
IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent), with no individual band under 5.5; or
ALG in-house English Proficiency test equivalent to IELTS 6.0; or
A Certificate IV level qualification (or higher) completed from the Australian Qualifications
Framework (AQF) in Australia within 2 years of commencing course with ALG; orCompletion in Australia and in the English language, the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education
within 2 years before commencing course with ALG.
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Issued and/or completed within two years of the commencement of studies with ALG.

The following exceptions apply:• The English entry requirement for BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management is IELTS 5.5 (orequivalent), with no individual band under 5.5.
Offshore applicants will be able to complete the ALG in-house English proficiency test online. ALG
reserves the right to require such students to undertake a further confirmatory test on-campus before
the commencement of their course.
Academic Requirements
Course Level

Academic Entry Requirements

Certificate III

Australian Year 10 or equivalent and above

Certificate IV

Australian Year 10 or equivalent and above

Diploma

Australian Year 12 or equivalent and above

The following exceptions apply:• The academic entry requirement for CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Careis the equivalent of Australian Year 12 or above.
• The academic entry requirement for BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management is theequivalent of Australian Year 10 or above.
Language Literacy & Numeracy Requirements
We recognise how vital your LLN skills are when it comes to participating actively and effectively in any
course of study. In accordance with the Standards for RTOs 2015, ALG will assess your level of LLN skills
before you start your course, using an online LLN test. Your test results will be measured against the LLN
requirements of the course you propose to study.
We realise that not all students have the LLN skills to complete their course without help. We arecommitted to identifying students’ gaps in LLN and offering assistance in areas where possible. For
more information please visit alg.edu.au/docs/7.Appendix_LLNRequirementsFactsheet.pdf

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STUDYING WITH US
Attendance and Course Progress
The student visa requirements specify that you must maintain full-time enrolment (20 hours of study
in class per week) in the course, satisfactory academic progress within the expected duration on
your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). If you fail to satisfy the course requirements, your CoE may becancelled which could impact your student visa.
Structured Study
Students are required to undertake online supervised study for 6 hours per week during each term andare provided with a plan that outlines the various learning activities to be undertaken to prepare themto undertake their summative assessment requirements.
Self-Directed Learning
Students are provided with a Self-Directed Learning Plan for each subject that guides them through theself-study time with suggested reading and formative activities. Students are also encouraged to reflect
on their learning by completing a reflective learning journal to document what they have learned, what
activities were useful and what they would like to learn more about.
Complaints/Appeals Process
We support students to be independent and effective problem solvers. We also encourage the students
to resolve their complaint informally as the first step; however should the complainant deem that
informal resolution is not possible, appropriate or satisfactory, students may submit a formal complaint.
If the student is not satisfied with the complaint outcome and has new supporting evidence or if thestudent was adversely affected by a decision made by ALG, the student can lodge an internal appeal.
For further information please see alg.edu.au/docs/A7_Part_A_Student_Handbook.pdf
Reasonable Adjustment
We are committed to providing equitable assistance and opportunity to students. As such, we provide
reasonable adjustments to assist our students in completing their course of study successfully. For more
information, please see the Reasonable Adjustment Policy here
alg.edu.au/docs/A15_Part_A_Student_Handbook.pdf
A Safe Environment
All members of the College including staff and students, volunteers, contractors and visitors have aright to study and work in a safe and fair environment. We do not tolerate behaviour that could bediscriminatory or amount to harassment of staff or students.
Disability
Students and staff with any disability are supported. Many times, this takes the form of things likeadjusting the form that assessments take, allowing extra time for assessments, etc.

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BEFORE YOU APPLY
Obtaining a Student Visa
In order to study in Australia, all International Students must hold a valid Student Visa from theAustralian Government, Department of Home Affairs. To be eligible for a Student Visa, a student must:• Be over 18 years of age• Have been accepted to study at an educational institution in Australia (substantiated by aConfirmation of Enrolment (CoE)• Have Overseas Student Health CoverFor more information please visit immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Cost of Living
In their visa application, students are required by the Department of Home Affairs to declare thatthey have enough money to pay for travel, tuition, and living expenses for the duration of their stay inAustralia.
Visit homeaffairs.gov.au for up-to-date information on the cost of living in Australia and information
about obtaining a student visa.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)O​SHC is insurance to assist international students in meeting the costs of medical and hospital carethat they may need while in Australia. OSHC will also pay limited benefits for pharmaceuticals andambulance services. As an international student, you must show evidence that you have healthinsurance cover before a visa can be issued. OSHC is required for the total duration of your studies.
These are the insurance companies in Australia that offer OSHC to international students:• Australian Health Management• BUPA Australia• Medibank Private• Allianz Global Assistance (subcontracted by Lysaght Peoplecare)• nib OSHCAll of the above are reputable insurance companies, and we recommend you to shop around to see
the best price you can get for health cover. You are advised to visit the website oshcaustralia.com.au/
en to compare prices and choose from the available providers of OSHC. In the quick quote section,please enter the number of Adults and Children that require coverage and refer to your Letter of Offer
document issued by the College for the policy start date (i.e. CoE Start Date) and policy end date (i.e.
CoE End Date).
Studying in Australia - Your Guide
Studying in Australia is an amazing experience and one you will remember for the rest of your life! Butat the same time, it can be an anxious experience moving away from your home, friends and family.
Insider Guides provides you with extensive resources to prepare you for your move to Australia, as wellas provide insight and guidance to your time studying here.
Learn more about Australian culture, employment, accommodation and much much more by viewing
the Insider Guide to Studying in Australia (insiderguides.com.au)

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HOW TO APPLY
All applications must be completed online. For more details please check the entry requirements for thecourse you are planning to apply for. To commence your application process please visit alg.edu.au/
how-to-apply/

APPLICATION PROCESSSTEP 1 Complete Online Form
Before completing the online application form, please make sure that you have the following supporting
documents ready:• ID/Passport Copy
• Copy of original proof of completion of High School or higher and if required, translated proof as well
• Most recent academic results• Proof of English proficiency. (See page 25 under ‘English Requirements’)• If you have arrived in Australia, have your Unique Student Identifier ready (or create one at usi.gov.au)
STEP 2 LLN Test
Before you are able to commence your studies at the Australian Learning Group (ALG), you will need tosuccessfully complete the Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) online test. Please note that if you are
applying for more than one course with us, you will only need to complete the LLN test once. The purposeof the LLN test is to ensure you have the LLN skills needed to undertake your course. It will also show how
we can assist you in any areas where you may need help while studying with us.

ENROLMENT PROCESSSTEP 1 Letter of Offer
Once an online application form is received and upon successful review of the application, a Letter ofOffer will be issued to the applicant. The Letter of Offer will contain all course information including startdate, tuition, and additional fees and any entry requirement conditions the applicant is required tocomplete before the commencement of the chosen course.
STEP 2 Payment
After receiving the Letter of Offer, the applicant will then be required to read all the enclosed
information, complete and sign the Letter of Offer and make the payment in accordance to the Course
Fee payment schedule. Once payment has been received, our Admissions Department can then issue a
Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
STEP 3 Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)A CoE is an official document issued to International Students to confirm that they have officially beenoffered a position to study at ALG. It provides evidence of enrolment with a registered CRICOS provider.
The CoE is a crucial document to assist in the visa application process as this evidence is required
before the Department of Home Affairs can issue a student visa. It contains information about theprovider, duration of study and the course in which the student is enrolled.

ARE YOU A CURRENT STUDENT?
If you are interested in applying for an additional course and extending your journey with us, head to alg.
edu.au/extend-your-studies and complete our online form.
No additional joining fee; No CoE deposit required*; Un-interrupted payment schedule*Note: Students may be eligible to have their CoE issued without any deposit if there is no fee due as per their Course Fee
payment schedule in the Letter of Offer.

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COURSE CREDIT
ALG supports course credit practices, including the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit
Transfers (CT) through a standard process, which is fair, transparent, and consistent. If you havecompleted the same UoC in a course with a different education provider, we will recognise the issued
AQF Qualification and Statements of Attainment. We will recognise prior learning (formal and nonformal), qualifications and work experience of students and apply them to the competency being
delivered with the aim of reducing the training time and the duplication of training/assessments.
For more information about application fees, processing time and further requirements please visit alg.
edu.au/coursecredit/ or contact Admissions at admissions@alg.edu.au“I’ve always liked to help people, so this course was perfect for me
because it helped me a lot with my personal growth and supporting
other people during their own journey. I am very thankful for this course
and all the knowledge I have gained...”Isabela Cascino | Brazil
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HIGHER EDUCATIONSTUDY PATHWAYSTEQSA PRV14055 CRICOS 03581E

Established in 1988, the Ikon Institute of Australia has been helping
people help others for over 25 years. Today they are the largest
provider of Arts Therapy training in Australia and a leading providerof humanistic and therapeutic training. They are committed
to providing you with the very best education available in thetranspersonal field and supporting your discovery into new
pathways to healing and wellbeing.
Ikon offers the following CRICOS approved, Higher Education qualifications to International Students.
Bachelor of Arts Therapy [CRICOS Code 094684M]
Bachelor of Counselling and Psychotherapy [CRICOS Code 094685K]
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education [CRICOS Code 102713G]
Visit ikon.edu.au for detailed course information.
We are happy to be working collaboratively with Ikon to offer a pathway into Ikon’s Bachelor courses for
ALG students who have successfully completed the qualification below.
CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
ELIGIBLE FOR DIRECT ENTRY INTO:
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
Advanced standing granted through Block Credit worth 60 credit points from a total of 192 credit points.
A further 6 credit points will be granted for the completion of specified electives.
Normally priced at $595, joining fee will not apply to current students who apply to extend their studies.
We encourage all interested students to contact ALG and/or Ikon to discuss your choice of courses topackage for further details.

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The information contained in this guide is correct at the time of publication, however, Australian Learning Group
reserves the right to alter, amend or delete details at any time without notice. Prospective students should refer tothe ALG website for current information before applying.
This guide is free of charge.
Last reviewed 22 April 2024