Below are several FAQs we think may help you
- Do I get a student ID card?
- Do you give recognition for prior learning?
- Do you have any entry requirements?
- Do you have exams?
- Do you have minimum attendance requirements?
- Do you have pathways to University?
- How are the subjects taught?
- How do I enrol?
- How much study is required outside of classes?
- Is Sterling Business College accredited?
- What are the hours, and how does the timetable work?
- What do I get at the end of my course?
- What do I wear to College?
- What is competency based training?
- When can I apply for 2012
- When can I start my course?
- Do I get a student ID card?
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If you are studying full-time, you are entitled to a student ID card /Transperth Smartrider card. This card allows student concession rates for entertainment and travel.
If you wish, we will add your photo to your ID card.
- Do you give recognition for prior learning?
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a form of assessment that acknowledges skills and knowledge gained through:
- Formal training by industry or education
- Work experience
- Life experience;
and measures this knowledge and experiences against the mandatory learning outcome/performance criteria in a specific unit of a course. Skills recognition may only be given for whole units of competencies.
International students who successfully gain skills recognition may be required to undertake alternative units to ensure that they maintain a full-time workload.
- Do you have any entry requirements?
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Academic Requirements
Certificate I to Certificate III
You must have completed 10 years of schooling or equivalent
Certificate IV to Advanced Diploma
You must have completed 12 years of schooling or Certificate III or equivalent
English Language Requirement
All our programs require a minimum level of English proficiency. International students who need to improve their English skills can package an English language course with their Sterling Business College Course through Perth International College of English (PICE) or Milner International College of English
English Level
For entry into all Sterling Business College courses, the following English levels are required:
IELTS 5.5 or
Upper Intermediate English or
Instruction in English at previous secondary educational institution
- Do you have exams?
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Sterling Business College is a vocational training college and all assessments are competency based and designed to reflect workplace practice. We use a number of assessment methods to prove competency, such as case studies, group work, oral questioning and report presentations.
- Do you have minimum attendance requirements?
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Sterling Business College has a ‘Participation’ policy and our students are expected to attend a minimum of 70% of the scheduled contact hours for a unit.
Absences
In all cases, students are expected to remain for the full duration of classes. Part time employment and personal appointments should be arranged outside of scheduled class hours.
A medical certificate is required for absence due to illness or injury.
Approved Leave
Students will not be granted leave during College term except in special circumstances. A request for leave must be made in writing to the Principal explaining the reason for the request.
- Do you have pathways to University?
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Through our Certificate IV programs, we offer the opportunity to obtain practical training and vocational qualifications while at the same time meeting university degree entry requirements. Our students study in a relaxed but professional environment, to transition them into university life.
Sterling Business College Diploma programs will receive up to one year’s advanced standing at most Australian universities.
- How are the subjects taught?
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Our lecturers provide a variety of instruction including face-to-face lectures, case studies, role-plays and group work and supporting material such as videos and other presentations.
- How do I enrol?
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Complete the Application Form available from the website, the College or your Agent.
Provide the documentation requested on the Application Form:
Certified copies of Academic Transcripts
Evidence of English level/score (if English is not your first language)
Return the above with the $230 Registration Fee.
When we receive this, we will issue you with a Letter of Offer and an invoice for the fees. You then return these to us and when we receive your fees into our bank account, the Confirmation of Enrolment is issued.
- How much study is required outside of classes?
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Wherever possible, all work is done during class time. However, this does not prevent students from doing additional work at home if they wish.
- Is Sterling Business College accredited?
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Sterling Business College is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO Code 2417) which means we provide quality assured and nationally recognised training. Our students can be confident the skills and knowledge they attain are of a high quality and will be accepted and valued nationwide.
The College meets the Australian Quality Training Framework 2010 (AQTF 2010) standards. These standards assure nationally consistent, high quality training and assessment services throughout the vocational education and training (VET) system within Australia.
We are also registered to offer courses to people studying in Australia on student visas. Sterling Business College’s CRICOS code is 01701G.
- What are the hours, and how does the timetable work?
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Classes
Classes are conducted during the day from Monday to Friday between the hours of 9.00am and 4.30pm.
Weekly Schedule
Each day’s schedule may be different – some classes may start at 10.00am and finish at 2.00pm whereas another day may be from 9.30am to 4.00pm. The week’s schedule remains the same for the whole 9 weeks.
Timetables
Timetables vary each term for each course. New timetables are emailed to all students approximately two weeks before each term commences.
Study at Sterling Business College is designed to allow time out for other important aspects of your life. Classes are usually held over 3.5 to 4 days, so you have some time out for extra study, work experience, a casual job or simply relaxing.
- What do I get at the end of my course?
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On course completion, our students receive a transcript of results, and if they successfully complete all the requirements of the course, they will also receive a Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma parchment.
For students who do not successfully meet all the course requirements, a Statement of Attainment is issued which lists all successfully completed subjects.
- What do I wear to College?
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Smart casual clothing is an acceptable standard and footwear must be worn at all times inside the College. No offensive slogans or drawings on clothes are permitted.
- What is competency based training?
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Competency based training is an approach to vocational education and training that places emphasis on what a person can do in the workplace as a result of completing a training program. The aim of competency based training is to ensure that vocational education and training programs better meet the needs of industries and enterprises.
Outcomes from competency based training reflect workplace duties, working environment and performance requirements. This should include performing higher level duties such as planning, problem solving and managing tasks through to completion.
Competency based training programs are often comprised of Units of competency that contain specific learning outcomes, which are based on standards set by industry. Delivery of training may occur in a variety of forms (classroom, online, and distance) and workplace learning may apply to ensure an overall understanding of all skills and knowledge is available.
At Sterling Business College we customise our accredited courses to meet the specific needs of our students. Accredited courses are designed to be flexible and often allow for elective units of competency. These elective units are chosen by Sterling Business College. Sometimes units are timetabled to a learning program which are additional to the requirements of the qualification. A Statement of Attainment is issued for the completion of any additional units.
- When can I apply for 2012
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We have no set dates for application but courses may fill very quickly.
- When can I start my course?
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We have four intakes a year – February, April, July and October.