1. Work Readiness Program 2018
Tamworth RTO 90162
Work Readiness Program 2018
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2. Work Readiness To be work ready a student must have:
1. participated in the Tamworth RTO work readiness program
2. completed to a competent standard the Tamworth RTO work book to ensure students are familiar with -
Employment related skills
Workplace rights and responsibilities
3. completed the online framework specific Go2workplacement modules and present printed certificate as evidence of competency
4. attended class on a regular basis
5. completed the relevant WHS module specific to the ICF/BEC course
6. developed a satisfactory practical skill base
7.(construction and entertainment students - need to complete additional material)

3. Work Readiness Program
Go2workplacement
Register for an account
Then, complete the online framework specific module and present your printed certificate as evidence of competency to your VET teacher
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4. Work Readiness Program
What is Work Placement?
Mandatory for a range of Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses to achieve the Higher School Certificate (HSC).
Work Placement lets you learn specific skills or competencies on the job in a specific industry area.
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5. Work Readiness Program
What’s the Difference?
Work Placement
Work Experience
A planned and mandatory part of HSC VET courses
Gives a general taste of the world of work
Involves participation in the industry relevant to the VET subject you are studying
Usually undertaken in Year 10
Lets you practise & develop the skills
you have learnt at school
Involves observing & carrying out tasks
nominated by your supervisor
Lets you learn specific skills or competencies
on the job agreed to by the employer & the school
Lets you experience working life
Helps you find out more about employment and training opportunities in the industry
Helps you learn about what employers expect,
what responsibilities people have in the workplace
Contributes to the HSC
Helps you learn about skills that are valued in the workplace
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6. Work Readiness Program
Mandatory Procedures
Student Placement Record
Student Guide to Workplace Learning
Employers’ Guide to Workplace Learning
Parents’ Guide to Workplace Learning
Work Readiness
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7. Employment Related Skills
Work Readiness Program
Employment Related Skills
Self-management
Initiative and enterprise
Learning
Communication
Teamwork
Planning & organising
Problem solving
Technology
Cross-cultural understanding
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8. Communication in the Workplace
Work Readiness Program
Communication in the Workplace
Non verbal Communication
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Body language
Letter
Conversation
Listening
Diary
Interview
Signs
Message / SMS
Phone
Cues
Facsimile Fax
Tone of voice
Symbols/Logos
Appropriate language
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9. Work Readiness Program
What are the non verbal messages?
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10. Non verbal body language
Work Readiness Program
Non verbal body language
Activity 1 page 3 of your Workbook
Positive
Negative
Clapping
Folded arms
Leaning Forward
Looking at clock/watch
Sitting still
Fidgeting
Smiling
Slouching in Chair
Nodding
Hands on Hips
Handshake
Yawning
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11. Non verbal Body Language
Work Readiness Program
Non verbal Body Language
Activity 2
page 3 of your Workbook
Discuss:
Why is maintaining positive body language important while working with customers or being with friends?
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12. Non verbal body language
Work Readiness Program
Non verbal body language
Activity 3
page 4 of your Workbook
Body Language
Appropriate when
Inappropriate when
Walking towards someone enthusiastically
You know the person and haven’t seen them for a while
You can see they are upset or busy
Smiling
Something is funny
You are in trouble
Clenching your fist
Winking
Pointing
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13. Work Readiness Program
Verbal communication
Activity 4 – 5
pages 4 &5 of your Workbook
Effective communication
Appropriate language
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14. Work Readiness Program
Personal attributes
Activity 6 – 10
pages 6-8 of your Workbook
Loyalty
Commitment
Honesty and integrity
Enthusiasm
Personal presentation
Common sense
Positive self esteem
A sense of humour
A balanced attitude to work and home life
An ability to deal with pressure
Motivation
Adaptability
Reliability
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15. Personal presentation
Work Readiness Program
Personal presentation
Style
Colour
Ironed
Clean, comfortable and appropriate for the Workplace
Not too revealing
Appropriate and comfortable footwear for work
PPE – personal protective equipment as required by the workplace
Accessories:
Jewellery appropriate for work, that is not offensive e.g. eye, mouth and tongue piercings are not appropriate
Work Bag / Folder
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16. Student Rights and Responsibilities
Work Readiness Program
Student Rights and Responsibilities
Activity 11
page 9 of your Workbook
Confidentiality Scenarios 1
John, a keen IT student, has been placed with a leading software development company. He is working with the development team on a new software package. He is eager to boast to fellow enthusiasts and discusses this on an internet chat line.
What problem has John created? 2
Kylie found work placement with an accountancy firm. At morning tea break she was told about a large tax cheque that had just been put in the mail to a client. She happened to know the person and in her excitement and enthusiasm to share this information she told her auntie.
Why should Kylie have kept this information to herself?
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17. Work Readiness Program
Work Health and Safety
How does WHS relate to students at work placement?
In the workplace students are responsible for:
Actions – what you do
Inactions – what you don’t do
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18. Work Readiness Program
Work Health and Safety
Activity 12
page11 of your Workbook
WHS Safety Sign Quiz
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20. What should I do if I have an accident?
Work Readiness Program
What should I do if I have an accident?
Emergency procedures are found on your workplace learning student contact card. Carry this card on you at all times.
Seek first aid or medical help immediately.
Contact your parent or carer.
Let your employer know immediately an accident occurs, and your school.
Your medical bills will need to be claimed through Medicare or private health insurance.
After the school is notified write a report of the incident within 24 hours, as your teacher will require these details.
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21. Accidents & Emergencies
Work Readiness Program
Accidents & Emergencies
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22. Safety & Emergency Procedures Student Contact Card
Work Readiness Program
Safety & Emergency Procedures Student Contact Card
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23. Construction Safety & Emergency Procedures Student Card

24. Entertainment Safety & Emergency Procedures Student Card

25. Work Readiness Program
In case of an accident
Can I get workers’ compensation?
NO, as students are volunteers, not employees, it is not classified as workers’ compensation. (Students are not to receive payment for Workplace Learning or this will negate the cover of insurance supplied by the Department of Education.)
Remember that your work placement is a mandatory component of your HSC. Employers give up their time to supervise you while you are at work.
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26. General Construction Induction (White card)
Work Readiness Program
General Construction Induction (White card)
General construction induction training provides an awareness and understanding of:
the rights and responsibilities under WHS law
common hazards and risks in the construction industry
basic risk management principles
the standard of behaviour expected of workers on construction sites.
Delivery of the General construction induction training can be through either:
qualified construction teachers
external providers
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27. Discrimination and Harassment
Harassment is a type of discrimination.
It is any behaviour which makes a person feel frightened, threatened, offended, uncomfortable in any way.
In some cases, a single act may be enough to amount to harassment.
Anyone can be harassed e.g. people of any age, race or religion; women or men.
Harassment is often about one person (or a group) using power inappropriately over another person or group.

28. Student overnight stays when on work place learning activities
Work Readiness Program
Student overnight stays when on work place learning activities
KEY MESSAGE:
·         A School principal’s duty of care can never be delegated
·         Every student planning an overnight stay to fulfil their requirements as a VET in Schools student or during a work experience exercise needs to be aware of safety issues
·         Parents / carers and the school have major roles to play in planning for overnight stays in these circumstances to ensure the safety of each student
These cards are to be usedto support schools with work placements involving accommodation away from home:
·         Key Questions card for students - printed as a three-fold card
·         Key Considerations for principals
The card and an accompanying poster has been distribution to all schools with a secondary enrolment, also a Schools Biz Memo to School Principals with a reminder of the responsibilities associated with overnight stays.
 one example - this may be in Primary Industries VET in Schools Courses as these seem to attract overnight stays on properties out of town.
Key Contacts within SPU  are:
Rosemary Brook: (02) or
Maria Allan: (02) or
Brendan Gembitsky: (02) or
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29. Work Readiness Program
Summary
Work placement will help you….
When on work placement ….
After work placement …..
Please complete the evaluation on page 16 of your Workbook.
Enjoy your work placement
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