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PROGRAMMEHANDBOOKCertificate in Trades AcademyVocational Training (Levels 2-3) -Hair and Beauty Services StrandHV4477School of Foundation – Trades Academy

DisclaimerWellington Institute of Technology (WelTec) exercises reasonable skill and care to ensure the information contained in thisProgramme Handbook is accurate at the time of publication. However, programmes and courses are subject to continuousprocesses of review and change and WelTec reserves the right to change the content, location or method of presentation of anyprogramme or course to reflect changing circumstances including student demand and resource availability, and to update thisProgramme Handbook accordingly. The online edition of the Programme Handbook is the official Programme Handbook.WelTec accepts no responsibility or liability for errors or omissions that may be contained in this Programme Handbook, nor anyconsequences arising therefrom.Copyright © 2013WelTec owns copyright in this programme handbook. No part may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or offered forresale without WelTec’s written permission. Contact WelTecHandbook@weltec.ac.nz for more information.Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 Programme Handbook July 2013HV4477 Certificate in Vocational Training (Trades Academy) (Levels 2-3)

School of Foundation StudiesPROGRAMME HANDBOOK 2013HV4477Certificate in Vocational Training(Trades Academy) (Levels 2-3)Including Embedded Qualifications:Strand:Including Exit Qualifications:NC0268 National Certificate in Hairdressing (Salon Support) (Level 3)Publication Date: 11 July 2013Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 Programme HandbookHV4477 Certificate in Vocational Training (Trades Academy) (Levels 2-3)

HAERE MAIWhai korōria ki te atua i runga rawaMaunga rongo ki te whenuaWhakaaro pai ki ngā Tangata Katoa.Tena Koutou Katoa,Tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou ngā Tauira oTe Whare Wananga o Te Awakairangi.Nau mai haere mai ki tēnei Wananga o tātou.Kia kaha koutou ki te whai mātauranga i tēnei tau, ki te whakarongohoki ki ō koutou kaiako.“Whāia te kotahitanga o te wairua.Mā te rangimārie me te aroha e paihere”(pursue unity of spirit, which is bound together by peace and aroha)He mihi nui tēnei kia koutou ngā Tauira oTe Whare Wananga o Te Awakairangi.Nau mai haere mai ki tēnei Whare Wananga o tātou.Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 4

CONTENTSHAERE MAI............................................................................................................................................. 4CHIEF EXECUTIVE’S WELCOME ......................................................................................................... 6EXECUTIVE DEAN’S WELCOME .......................................................................................................... 7INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................... 7ACADEMIC CALENDAR - 2013 ............................................................................................................. 8STAFF ................................................................................................................................................... 10INFORMATION SPECIFIC TO THE PROGRAMME DELIVERY SITE ................................................ 10AIMS ...................................................................................................................................................... 11GRADUATE PROFILESS ..................................................................................................................... 11CAREERS ............................................................................................................................................. 13STAIRCASING ...................................................................................................................................... 13PROGRESS THROUGH THE PROGRAMME ..................................................................................... 13GRADUATION CRITERIA .................................................................................................................... 14LEARNING AND TEACHING................................................................................................................ 14ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................... 14Assessment Rationale ................................................................................................................ 15Assessment Schedule ................................................................................................................ 15Assessment Cover Sheets ......................................................................................................... 15Submitting Assessment And Assignment Work ......................................................................... 16Arranging for Late Submission Of Assessments ........................................................................ 16Applying For An Extension Beyond The Course End Date ........................................................ 16Penalty for Unarranged Late Submission ................................................................................... 16Reassessment Of Assessments ................................................................................................. 16Assessment Results Notification ................................................................................................ 16Challenging Assessment Decisions ............................................................................................ 17RISK MANAGEMENT, SAFETY AND HEALTH ................................................................................... 17ATTENDANCE MATTERS .................................................................................................................... 18PERSONAL EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS ...................................................................................... 18REQUIRED TEXTS ............................................................................................................................... 18STATIONERY REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................................... 18OFF-SITE PRACTICAL AND WORKPLACE COMPONENTS ............................................................. 18EDUCATIONAL TRIPS ......................................................................................................................... 18INFORMED CONSENT AND CONFIDENTALITY................................................................................ 19PROGRAMME EVALUATION .............................................................................................................. 19COURSE DESCRIPTORS .................................................................................................................... 20Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 5

WELCOME TO WELTECCHIEF EXECUTIVE’S WELCOMEGreetings, Kia Ora, Talofa Lava, Kia Orana, ni sa Bula VinakaKaise Hai, Sat sri akal, Malo e Lelei, Halo Olgeta, Taloha niMarhaba, Bozu, Fakalofa Lahi Atu, Annyong haseyo, Ni hao, NamasteWelcome to Wellington Institute of TechnologyTe Whare Wananga o te AwakairangiIn selecting to learn at Wellington Institute of Technology (WelTec), you have chosen a place oflearning that aims to give you not only the working lifestyle you want, but also, a friendly andcomfortable environment where you can feel at home.By enrolling at WelTec, you are setting out on a learning journey. What you learn and for whatpurpose, are your decisions to make. We want to walk beside you as your coach, partner andmentor; offering support, facilities, opportunities, tools and information to help you reach yourgoals.When you enrol, you will find that the majority, or maybe all, of your courses take place on onecampus. Whether your classes are held at our Wellington sites, in Auckland, Christchurch, any of ourPetone or other sites, all are your campuses.With your Student ID card, all services and facilities are there for you to use.Please let us know if you have any queries or needs we haven’t yet met. Best wishes for a happy andsuccessful year.Linda Sissons (Dr)Chief ExecutiveWellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 6

EXECUTIVE DEAN’S WELCOMEWelcome to WelTec – your place for learning. As an institute of learning you, as a student, are ourkey priority.All staff at WelTec have one primary focus and that is to help facilitate your learning. As youprogress through your studies please take the opportunity to access the facilities and staff supportavailable.Your success is our success.Julia Hennessy (MEd, MMgt, PGDipHSM, BA, DipN)Executive DeanINTRODUCTIONThis Programme Handbook is intended to provide information relating to the programme youare enrolled in with WelTec. There is also an associated WelTec A-Z site that has otherhelpful information regarding systems and processes that operate at WelTec.The most up-to-date version of this Programme Handbook and the WelTec A-Z generalinformation is online at:http://www.weltec.ac.nz/SH/programme/HV4477.pdfWelTec’s policies that apply to students and this Programme Handbook are located at:http://www.weltec.ac.nz/SH/Generic/POLICIES.pdfIf you find any errors, or have suggestions for improvements this Programme Handbook,please send your thoughts to the Programme Handbook team at:WelTecHandbook@weltec.ac.nzIf you find any errors, or have suggestions for improvements the WelTec A-Z Handbooksections, please send your thoughts to the A-Z team at:WelTecA-Z@weltec.ac.nzWellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 7

TRIMESTER ONE 2013TRIMESTER TWO 2013ACADEMIC CALENDAR - 2013HV4477 Certificate in Vocational Training (Trades Academy) (Levels 2-)TeachingPeriodWeekNoMondaydate5 28-JanMON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUNAucklandAnniversary6 4-Feb Waitangi Day7 11-Feb8 18-Feb9 25-Feb10 4-MarOrientationTradesAcademy (1)Term 1StartsMihiWhakatau;OrientationPetoneOrientationMaoriStudentsOrientationChurch St,Cuba StWellingtonOrientations:Auckland;TradesAcademy (2)OrientationPetoneOrientationAucklandInternationalOrientationPetone11 11-Mar 12 18-MarOrientations:Christchurch;YouthGuarantee13 25-Mar Easter Break14 1-Apr Easter Break Easter Break 15 8-AprEasterBreakEasterBreak16 15-Apr Term 1 Ends17 22-Apr ANZAC Day18 29-Apr19 6-May20 13-MayTerm 2Starts21 20-May22 27-May23 3-Jun24 10-Jun25 17-JunQueen’sBirthday26 24-Jun27 1-Jul28 8-Jul Term 2 Ends29 15-Jul30 22-Jul 31 29-JulTerm 3Starts32 5-Aug 33 12-Aug34 19-AugGraduationWellington35 26-Aug36 2-Sep37 9-Sep38 16-Sep39 23-Sep Term 3 EndsWellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 8

TRIMESTER THREE – 2013TeachingPeriodWeekNoMondaydate40 30-Sep41 7-Oct42 14-Oct43 21-OctTerm 4StartsMON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN44 28-Oct Labour Day45 4-Nov46 11-Nov47 18-NovCanterburyAnniversary48 25-Nov49 2-Dec50 9-Dec51 16-Dec52 23-Dec WelTec closed for Christmas130-Dec-132 6-Jan-143 13-Jan4 20-Jan5 27-JanWellingtonAnniversaryAucklandAnniversaryWelTec closed for New Year Holidays6 3-FebWaitangi Day7 10-Feb8 17-Feb9 24-Feb Term 4 Ends10 3-Mar11 10-Mar Enr period Last date to change or withdraw in that enrolment period with refundEnr periodLast date to withdraw (75% of course enrolment period)The up-to-date, day-to-day and week-by-week timetables are located at:http://timetable.weltec.ac.nz/.Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 9

STAFFExecutive Dean:Julia HennessySchool:Foundation StudiesHead of School:Peter ScanlanE-mail:Peter.Scanlan@weltec.ac.nzAssociate Head of School: Hamish DavidsonPhone: 0-4-830 0164E-mail:Hamish.Davidson@weltec.ac.nzStaff Member Qualifications Position Email AddressVOLLER, SandyBCAPS, ASM Sandy.voller@weltec.ac.nzDipTchg,BCARSWALKER, Georgina BA, DipTchg ASM Georgina.walker@weltec.ac.nzWILLS, BernieNZCEElectrical, ASM Bernie.wills@weltec.ac.nzDipTchgHAINSWORTH, Stephen ASM Stephen.hainsworth@weltec.ac.nzJANES, Hamish ASM Hamish.janes@weltec.ac.nzLYNN, Pauline ASM Pauline.lynn@weltec.ac.nzMUNRO, Joseph ASM Joseph.munro@weltec.ac.nzRENATA, Matt ASM Matt.renata@weltec.ac.nzSANDERSON, Toby ASM Toby.sanderson@weltec.ac.nzSMITH, Paul ASM Paul.smith@weltec.ac.nzPeleti, Maeli ASM Maeli.peleti@weltec.ac.nzWHITECLIFFE-SMITH, Lesley ASM Lesley.whitecliffesmith@weltec.ac.nzPosition Abbreviations:ASM Academic Staff Member SASM Senior ASM PASM Principal ASMINFORMATION SPECIFIC TO THE PROGRAMME DELIVERY SITETrades Academy students have their main base in the Trades Academy Common Room(B314). The Common Room is available to all Trades Academy students before classescommence at 9.00 am (8.15 am-9.00 am), at intervals (Monday and Wednesday: 10.00 am-10.30 am; Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 10.30 am-11.00 am) and lunchtimes (Monday-Friday: 12.00 noon-1.00 pm) and after classes (3.00pm-4.30 pm). Please note that theLearning Commons area can also be used - opening times are detailed in the WelTec A-Z.Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 10

The Common Room is also used a teaching space and contains computers. Please ensurethat you:• Keep the Common Room tidy.• Respect classes in session. You must wait until the room is not in class use to use the areafor break/lunch purposes.• Respect your fellow students who may be studying and keep noise to appropriate levels.• Do not eat and drink whilst seated near computers.• Comply with the WelTec computer use policy.AIMSHV4477 Certificate in Vocational Training (Trades Academy) (Levels 2-3)To inspire and engage secondary school students in the greater Wellington region to:1. Achieve NCEA Level 2 and equip them for further study2. Gain skills in trades and technology which will staircase them to further training at higherlevels3. Gain literacy and numeracy skills relevant to their industry, and for further study4. Gain skills to prepare for employment in the New Zealand workforce.The National Certificate of Educational Achievement (Level 2) is designed to:• acknowledge achievement across a range of learning fields, particularly those identified inthe New Zealand Curriculum;• act as a learning goal and;• attest to the ability to participate in, and benefit from, further study thereby promotinglifelong learning.Strand:NC0268 National Certificate in Hairdressing (Salon Support) (Level 3)GRADUATE PROFILESSHV4477 Certificate in Vocational Training (Trades Academy) (Levels 2-3)The NCEA (Level 2) is designed to enable access to the foundation skills required foremployment. People certificated at level 2 have typically shown themselves able to integrateknowledge and skills to solve familiar problems; access and use available sources ofinformation; and work in directed activity. The qualification also provides a foundation forfurther study and knowledge.The NCEA (Level 2) can lead to NCEA (Level 3) or to other specialised qualifications athigher levels.A graduate of the Certificate in Vocational Study (Trades Academy) (Level 2) will beproficient in the following areas:• Health and Safety• provide first aid and resuscitation• work safely in their discipline• Communication• understand technological language and textsWellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 11

• communicate with confidence in small groups• present written work effectively• understand communication of the workplace• Self-Management/Time Management• plan and manage their own learning• develop a career plan and work readiness skills• produce a CV for a job• Information Literacy• search, access and select relevant information• use digital communications technologies• Computer Literacy• create and enhance documents combining text and graphics• Problem Solving• apply problem solving techniques• Teamwork• function successfully in a team• Sustainability• describe environmentally considerate processes and practices in their industryGraduates will have acquired a range of literacy, numeracy and digital literacy skillsequipping them for employment, or for continuing study.In addition a graduate will have the skills and knowledge below:Strand:Hairdressing and Beauty ServicesA graduate of the Hairdressing and Beauty Services strand will be able to:• select and recommend hair products• build product display• maintain appointments systems and records in a hairdressing salon• demonstrate client care• select and maintain hairdressing equipment and hand held tools• maintain safe and professional practice• perform elementary fundamentals of hairdressing• colour hair using elementary techniques• elementary blow dry, mould, manipulate and pincurl hair• set hair and dress long hair for elementary styles• perform nail file and polish application• select and perform make-up applications• produce a portfolioHolders of this qualification may apply for entry into further tertiary education and trainingprogrammes relating to this field of study. These include:• The Certificate in Hairdressing (Level 3)Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 12

• Certificate in Fashion Makeup Artistry (Level 3)• The Certificate in Beautician Services (Level 4).Graduates of this certificate will have the minimum qualification to enter into a supervisedposition in a Hairdressing Salon and will be able to enter into Year 2 of a Hairdressingapprenticeship programme. Employment opportunities also include positions in Hair ProductRetail Outlets.NC0268 National Certificate in Hairdressing (Salon Support) (Level 3)CAREERSStudents will be able to enter into an entry level job in the strand they have achieved ormove into an apprenticeship.STAIRCASINGStaircasing opportunities vary depending on the strand of study followed. As a generalprinciple, staircasing will include some or all of the following:1. Year 2 Trades Academy (for selected students pursuing NCEA Level 3 to qualify forDiploma and Degree level programmes)2. National Certificate Level 33. National Certificate Level 44. Diploma Level 5 / 65. Employment / Apprenticeship6. Bachelor Degree Level 7 (Applied Degree)7. Bachelor Degree Level 7 / 8 UniversityPROGRESS THROUGH THE PROGRAMMEThe year one programme has eight 15 credit courses for each strand. Students will studyfour courses in each trimester.In year one students will be working towards one of the offered strands, included in thisstrand’s learning outcomes are the common learning outcomes that all students willcomplete. The common learning outcomes are not being taught separately but as part of thelearning in the strand. The intention is that all common learning outcomes will becontextualised to the learning in this strand.Students will normally complete year one in one academic year.Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 13

GRADUATION CRITERIATo complete NCEA (Level 2) with 60 credits at level 2 or above + 20 credits from any level.To complete the Certificate in Vocational Training (Trades Academy) (Level 2):Successful completion of the following 8 courses in Hairdressing and Beauty Services:1. TA2016 Elementary Hairdressing2. TA2017 Hair Colour3. TA2018 Hairstyling Trends and Products4. TA3008 Salon Operations5. TA3009 Tools, Health and Safety6. TA3010 Elementary Styling7. TA3011 Hair Styling8. TA3012 Beauty Services and Portfolio Development.LEARNING AND TEACHINGLectures - To introduce students to the theory aspects of the programmeWorkshops - To give an opportunity for practical skills to be demonstrated and applied in acontrolled environmentPractical - To enhance practical skills in an everyday work environment.Assignments - To practice effective commercial literacy and basic research skillsField Visits - To reinforce learning within the context of the industrial environmentGroup Activities - To allow the students to express themselves with their colleagues,fostering co-operative learning and teamwork.Visiting Speakers - To present people to the students who are involved in diverse aspects ofthe industry and promote career opportunitiesASSESSMENT PROCEDURESYou need to become familiar with the assessment procedures for your courses and thisProgramme. Overall Programme procedures are given below. There may also be coursespecific assessment procedures and requirements noted in your Course Outlines.Please note that all activities that contribute towards your final course grades, and thereforeyour qualification completion, are known as assessments (summative assessments to beprecise). There are many different types of assessment activities your tutors use in yourcourses.The WelTec Academic Regulations section 7 require that you:make yourself available to undertake all summative assessment items at the timeand place stipulated by the teaching staff responsible for the courseact with integrity (honesty) during assessments. You are expected to:o Submit material that is your own original worko Collaborate only as permittedo Acknowledge contributions from other sources by using APA reference format(failure to do this correctly may be regarded as plagiarism)o Keep written and electronic work secure to prevent others from accessing andcopying workWellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 14

oUnderstand the definition of academic dishonesty and the consequences ofbreaching the regulations (see Academic Regulations S12 Dishonest Practice).WelTec conducts assessments within rules set out in the following regulations and policies: The Academic Regulations 2013o Examination Ruleso Aegrotat regulationso Gradeso Resultso Challenging Assessment Decisionso Dishonest Practice in Assessmento Appeals Policy 3.05 Assessment Policyo Definitionso Guidelines for assessment practice Policy 3.07 Programme Moderation Policyo Quality assurance processes before using the assessment activityo Quality assurance processes after marking to verify marker’s consistencyYou may ask your tutors at any time about the quality-assured status of the assessmentactivities you are asked to complete.Assessment RationaleThe courses in this programme are assessed using competency-based methods.Students will be assessed against the assessment criteria outlined for each course. Studentswho meet these criteria will have achieved competence.Assessment aims to be a positive process. Formative assessments will be used to assistand guide student learning. Assessment regulations described in the WelTec AcademicRegulations apply to all assessments in the programme.Students who have achieved competence against the assessment criteria for each coursewill have satisfied the requirements of the unit standards for the course as shown in CourseDescriptors at the end of this Handbook.Assessment SchedulePlease refer to your Course Outline for the Assessment Schedule for each of your Courses.The Schedule will detail the assessment type (test, assignment, presentation, etc), the topicbeing assessed, due dates, and if appropriate the weighting. Any other conditions will alsobe noted as they apply to the assessments for that course.Assessment Cover SheetsAll assessment work that you submit either in person on paper (ie: printed) or by post musthave a completed Student Assessment Cover Sheet attached. There are two versions:When it is only you making your own submissionhttp://www.weltec.ac.nz/SH/Generic/SF020_Assessment_Cover_Sheet-Student.pdfWhen you are a member of a group (only one cover sheet required – all need to sign)http://www.weltec.ac.nz/SH/Generic/SF023_Assessment_Cover_Sheet-Group.pdfYou need to complete all parts of the form, including the declaration, before handing it in.It is highly recommended that you do this paper based submission process even if you areinvited to make assessment submissions via email.If your programme/course advises you to use the online TurnItIn portal for assessmentsubmission, then there is no need to submit a Cover Sheet. Please refer to your courseoutlines, and the section “Submitting Assignments” below for more information.Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 15

Submitting Assessment And Assignment WorkIt is essential that you meet the assessment submission deadlines notified in your CourseOutlines' assessment schedules - unless you have pre-arranged for a late submission withyour tutor. Please refer to your course outlines for any penalties for late submission ofassessments.Some assessments may have time-related criteria attached to them. Your course outline willnotify you of these particular assessments, and the reasons for the time criteria. Lateness,absence or early departure from these assessments may carry specific penalties.Arranging for Late Submission Of AssessmentsIn case of illness, injury or exceptional circumstances you may request to make asubmission after the assessment due date by submitting a Request for Late SubmissionForm to your tutor by the due date. On receiving your Request, your tutor may negotiate anew submission date/time. Where work has been handed in late without approval, lateassessment submission provisions will apply.Applying For An Extension Beyond The Course End DateIf you are prevented by illness, injury or exceptional circumstances from completing anassessment by the course end date, you may apply to the Associate Head of School for anextension to complete the assessment.The application is to be made in writing as soon as possible and not later than 48 hoursbefore the assessment due time and date. The application is made on the WelTec CourseExtension Form available from the Student Information Centre and the WelTec website.Where there are valid reasons, the Associate Head of School may grant an extension for aperiod of no more than three weeks after the course end date. A longer than three weeks’extension may be recommended by the Associate Head of School to the Board of Studies'Achievement Sub-Committee for approval, where there are extenuating circumstances thatjustify a longer extension.Penalty for Unarranged Late SubmissionWhen you submit assessment work late but before the course end date, without approval,the work will still be marked. However you will have only one further reassessmentopportunity for that work.Reassessment Of AssessmentsStudents who do not meet the expected level of competence at the first assessment will beoffered one reassessment.However, one further opportunity may be offered at the discretion of the tutor in charge ofthe course or assessment. The discretionary privilege will be granted where the student hasundertaken remedial work needed to achieve competence and in the judgement of the tutorhas a good chance of success in that assessment. Any further requests for reassessmentmust be submitted in writing to the Associate Head of School for approval.In the event that a reassessment is declined by the tutor in charge of the course orassessment, the student may apply for a review of the decision by the Associate Head ofSchool.Assessment Results NotificationCourse assessment and final grades are reported using the Grade Key 1 method. GradeKeys are explained in Appendix 2 of the Academic Regulations.Once your tutor has marked your assessments you will be notified of your result.• If the assessment is in the form of a practical in-class demonstration/observation, you arelikely to get your results immediately or shortly after the assessment activity has concluded.Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 16

• If the assessment is a supervised test you are able to review your work, but theassessment is collected and retained by WelTec.• If you hand in an assignment it is returned to you along with feedback to explain thereason(s) for the assessment result.• If you sit a final exam you are able to view your result online at the student results portal:https://results.weltec.ac.nz within 15 working days.Results for each assessment are available within 15 working days on WelTec's StudentResults portal at: https://results.weltec.ac.nz.Use your normal WelTec login and password to access a number of items, such as yourassessment results, current course enrolments, and other details.Challenging Assessment DecisionsIf you have reason to believe that the grade or mark for a particular assessment is incorrect,you should firstly discuss this with your tutor within five (5) working days of the return of theassessment.Your tutor will provide feedback to clarify why the grade or mark has been awarded andmay, if justified, amend the result.If you still believe that the mark or grade is incorrect, you should discuss the matter with theAssociate Head of School.For more information on Challenging Assessment Decisions please refer to the WelTecAcademic Regulations 2013 - section 11.RISK MANAGEMENT, SAFETY AND HEALTHWelTec is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for students, visitors andeveryone attending the institution. WelTec’s Health and Safety Committee provides a forumfor Health and Safety Representatives and employees to raise health and safety issues.WelTec’s health and safety management programme aims to:• Minimise the possibility of any hazards or unhealthy work and learning practices withinWelTec• Reasonably protect students, employees and others from hazards or unsafe / unhealthypractices• Ensure quality services through the provision of a healthy and safe learning and workingenvironment• Minimise the personal impacts and financial costs of accidents and injury• Comply with legislative requirementsHair and Beauty ServicesThis programme strand requires you to gain experience in styling hair, applying a range ofcosmetics, and carry out practical hairdressing and beauty treatments on other people. Asmost of the learning occurs within the classroom, it is usual practice for the students withinthe class to perform services on each other. To ensure that you are aware of thisrequirement of the programme you are required to complete an “Informed Consent” formprior to the commencement of the programme. You will receive all the relevant informationto enable you to consent to the conditions without external constraints or pressures.This programme requires students to gain experience in styling hair, applying a range ofcosmetics, and carry out practical hairdressing and beauty treatments on other people. Asmost of the learning occurs within the classroom, it is usual practice for the students withinthe class to perform services on each other. To ensure that students are aware of thisrequirement of the programme they are required to complete an “Informed Consent” formprior to the commencement of the programme. Students will receive all the relevantWellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 17

information to enable them to consent to the conditions without external constraints orpressures.ATTENDANCE MATTERSAn objective of study with WelTec is to prepare you for your career in industry. Your attitude,attendance and behaviour are important. Please give your best effort and ensure yourbehaviour and attendance reflect your desire to do well.You should therefore be present on time, fully equipped and, if applicable, dressed andgroomed appropriately for practical sessions.You are expected to attend all classes and assessments as timetabled. If you are not able toattend then you should notify your course tutor.Note that a student on student allowances/living costs who does not:• meet prescribed attendance requirements, and/or• disengages in their learning and assessments, and• does not respond to contact from the institute,will be notified to Academic Records and Administration. It is your responsibility to informStudyLink if you change your study details.PERSONAL EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALSPersonal Protection Equipment relevant to the strand the student is enrolled in.Other Equipment relevant to the strand specified in the Programme Handbook.REQUIRED TEXTSYour Course Descriptors may identify some text books as required, and/or recommendedtextbooks. Please refer to your Course Outlines for the most up-to-date edition information.Textbooks are available for purchase from vicBooks, Wellington, or as specified in theCourse Outlines.STATIONERY REQUIREMENTSYou are required to provide items, such as stationery, for your study programme. Tutors willconfirm with you where other equipment and/or materials are required for specific courses orclasses.OFF-SITE PRACTICAL AND WORKPLACE COMPONENTSSome students who reach required industry standards may be offered work experience inTrimester Two.Where students are on work experience they will be covered by BPM Policy 3.03 Off-siteComponentsEDUCATIONAL TRIPSStudents and Parents/Caregivers are notified during the year of any off-site training.Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 18

INFORMED CONSENT AND CONFIDENTALITYYou will be asked to complete a consent form if your photograph is to be used in any WelTecliterature.All personal information collected and stored by WelTec is kept confidential.PROGRAMME EVALUATIONWelTec is interested in the experience students have during their time studying. As well asinformal conversations with students, there are three main surveys available to students toexpress their views and rate WelTec services.As a student new to WelTec:In the first few weeks you will be invited to participate in the WelTec EV1 - First Impressionssurvey (www.surveymonkey.com/s/WelTecEV1). This is open to first-time WelTec students,and asks for your rating of and views about your enrolment experience, the initial in-classexperience, and also your experience of our online resource systems, Moodle or LearnZone.During your course time:Your course outline may indicate that your course will have an EV4 - Teacher and CourseEvaluation (http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WelTecEV4) undertaken towards the end. Thishelps the Programme Team to improve the teaching, the course, and the value of theprogramme to students. Note: you will need a specific 'survey event code' supplied by thesurvey administrator to use the EV4 (you can’t do it otherwise).At the end of the programme or year:In the final few weeks of the programme, or year, you will be invited to participate in the EV3- Student Satisfaction Survey (www.surveymonkey.com/s/WelTecEV3). This asks you aboutyour overall experience of WelTec's services, the programme, teaching, skills development,career enhancement, and overall satisfaction.All WelTec surveys are anonymous; we do not ask you for identification. We do however askfor some demographic information (age range, sex, enrolment types, ethnicity, etc.) in orderto make sense of trends for particular student groups.The outcomes of the surveys are reported as aggregated information and tables to theWelTec Academic Committee. The reports are also made available to students.Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 19

COURSE DESCRIPTORSCourse Descriptors are the formally approved documents that describe:The course title, level, credit valueThe aims of the courseWhat you will be learning – the Learning Outcomes that guide the content andprocess of your learning experiences and activities with your tutorThe assessment activities you need to complete to show how well you havedeveloped your skills and knowledge against the requirements of the LearningOutcomesThe texts or resources that you are required to purchase. Note: for some courses thelatest texts may be listed either in the Required Texts section above, or in yourCourse Outline. If you are not certain, clarify the text or edition with your tutor.Any external standards that the course is also meeting the requirements of (may beunit standards, professional bodies, vendor certifications, etc.)Course Outlines, which your tutors will provide to you in class, or through LearnZone orMoodle, contextualise the Descriptors for your particular class for this year. The Outlineshould provide you with tutor information, specific course topic schedules, assessmentdates, specific rules and requirements, and other useful information.The course descriptors for this programme make up the rest of this Programme Handbookon the following pages.Note: Please be aware that it may be that not all courses listed are be offered in any giventrimester or year. For further information on this please contact your Student Advisor.Wellington Institute of Technology - 2013 HV4477 Programme Handbook July 2013Overview and Programme Specific Information Page 20