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In TAFE NSW, you can study the HSC in a variety of ways:
TAFE NSW provides a relaxed, adult working environment where the emphasis is on self-discipline and individual responsibility. Success in the HSC
in TAFE depends on a certain level of maturity because you will be responsible
for your own assignments and class attendance. During your first weeks in TAFE NSW you may spend some time investigating
how to learn effectively and how to monitor your own learning. Lessons in TAFE NSW may be between two to four hours long. Most 2 Unit subjects require 6 hours of classes a week. Practical classes may run longer than two hours. Students can study a range of vocational courses as part of the HSC. VET courses include Business Services; Construction; Entertainment; Information Technology; Metal and Engineering; Primary Industries; Retail; Tourism; Hospitality; Design and Child Studies. You will need to check with your local TAFE campus for availability of VET courses. Some campuses run both day and evening classes. You will need to contact
individual campuses to find out if evening classes are being offered.
Where can I study? The TAFE HSC is offered at a number of TAFE campuses in metropolitan and country locations across NSW. Each campus offers a different selection of subjects. You should consider carefully where you would like to study, taking into account such things as travel, accommodation, costs and your personal circumstances.
The Higher School Certificate and Tertiary Preparation Programs in How much does it cost? Upon enrolment you will have to pay the Administration Charge for a certificate course ($654 in 2008). You will be responsible for buying your own textbooks and equipment. Costs will vary depending on which subjects you study. You are also strongly encouraged to join the Student Association, which brings lots of benefits. Membership costs around $20 per year.
From 2008, all TAFE students who complete their HSC will qualify for a
rebate of the course fee of $654. Can I get financial assistance?
As a TAFE student you may be able to get financial assistance through
Centrelink. TAFE counsellors will be able to advise you on whether you are eligible and
how much you are likely to get, and can help you apply. Will I qualify for a travel pass? Full-time students may be entitled to a travel concession card. This operates on government bus, rail and ferry transport and, if you are under 30, on private buses in the metropolitan area. If you are under 18 on 1st January of the year you enrol, you may be eligible
for free travel to and from your classes. You can get your concession card and/or travel pass from your campus after you have enrolled. How can I enrol? To enrol in the TAFE HSC, you must have the NSW School Certificate or the TAFE Certificate in General and Vocational Education or an equivalent qualification.
You will need to contact the campus of
your choice to find out about information sessions. During these
sessions you will need to complete an application form and, in some
cases, you may be required to attend an interview as part of the
selection process.
TAFE NSW offers a wide variety of services to support you before you enrol and throughout your studies. These include: TAFE Counsellors to: • advise enrolled and intending students in all areas relating to their TAFE Tutorial support Tutorial
support provides assistance with underpinning skills such as literacy,
numeracy, English language, Maths, Science and Computing. Tutorial
support is available in most campuses. Libraries
Once you have completed your enrolment at TAFE you can join your campus
library. This entitles you to use and borrow resources
from any TAFE library in New South Wales. Student Association
Associations provide out-of-class facilities, services and activities for students.
Find out what is available by contacting the Association Executive Officer or Customer
Services Centre at your local campus. Students with disabilities
If you have a disability, TAFE provides Teacher/Consultants who can work
with you to decide what support you need during your studies. Child care
Childcare centres are available at some TAFE campuses to care for the
children of students while they attend TAFE courses. Limited
spaces are available for children aged 0–5 years and applications
are essential.
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