TasTAFE is committed to providing you with a safe and supportive study environment that reflects contemporary workplace standards across all campuses and training facilities.
As a TasTAFE student, it is important that you understand there are rules and expectations guiding your behaviour and safety, and that there are academic standards that apply to your studies.
Code of conduct
TasTAFE’s Learner Code of Conduct is based around the principles of safety, fairness, respect and legality.
You will be informed of the Code of Conduct at the beginning of your course, and you will be expected to comply with the Code of Conduct by fulfilling your responsibilities as a TasTAFE student.
Your rights
As a TasTAFE learner, you can expect to:
- be provided with accurate and sufficient information so you can make informed decisions
- undertake your learning experience safely
- be treated fairly and respectfully by staff and other learners
- be provided with clear information on assessment procedures
- access available support services as you need them
- undertake your training in a learning environment that is free from discrimination and harassment
- pursue your educational goals in a supportive and stimulating environment
- access support services such as counselling, libraries and foundation services.
Your responsibilities
As a TasTAFE learner, you have a responsibility to:
- behave in a manner which is safe, fair, respectful and lawful, and uphold a culture of zero tolerance to any form of violence or aggressive behaviour
- adhere to all TasTAFE policies and procedures
- be free from the influence of alcohol and/or illicit drugs on campus. Illegal drugs and alcohol are prohibited at all TasTAFE campuses and training locations, authorised events or in TasTAFE vehicles
- comply with all relevant legislative requirements, copyright, codes of practice, policies, procedures, and any other requirements regarding the use of TasTAFE Wi-Fi and hardware, personal digital devices, internet and social media, including the Acceptable Use of Information Communication Technology Policy and Procedures and Code of Conduct
- participate in scheduled assessment events and submit authentic, original assessment evidence on time
- abide by TasTAFE Work Health and Safety Policy
- respect TasTAFE property and facilities
- act in a manner that allows staff or fellow learners to complete their studies and/or work tasks
- not smoke or vape at TasTAFE campuses and training facilities, and
- discuss any challenges you are experiencing with attendance, participation and/or academic progress with your teacher.