Orientation is conducted during the first week of your course. Its purpose is to fully inform new students of most aspects of life at the Institute and to provide an introduction to studying, Melbourne’s costs of living, transportation, facilities, banking and accommodation. In addition, Institute staff will be introduced; a tour of the Institute will take place and an opportunity to ask questions will be given. It is essential that you attend the orientation program otherwise you may miss out on information that affects your study, your visa and/or your enjoyment of your stay in Australia.
During orientation the following will be discussed:
- Information about our Institute
- The Qualifications
- The Student Body
- Campus and Services
- Support Services
- Melbourne
- Helpful Contact
- Admissions: Entry Requirement
- Health & Safety
- Study Requirements
- Plagiarism & Cheating
- Complaints & Appeals
- Institute Primary Contacts
- Course information:
- Introduction of key teaching and support staff
- Course outline and student certificates upon completion
- Students provided with Timetables/Training Plan
- Refund Policy
- Deferment, Suspension and Cancellation Policy
- Credit Transfer and RPL Policy
- Transfer Policy
- Fees and Charges
- Course Progress
- Access to Records
- Complaints and Appeals
- Ethics and standards of CMI:
- Equal Opportunity
- Student Code of Conduct
- Plagiarism & cheating
- Occupational Health and Safety Procedures:
- Evacuation procedures explained
- Emergency exits clear
- Location/access to First Aid Kit
- Location of:
- Classrooms
- Kitchen and recreation areas
- Toilets
- Public transport
- Student Support Services
- Student Visa Conditions (if applicable)
- Adjusting to Life in Melbourne (if applicable)