A new approach to offering the Diploma of Meat Processing
From June 2015, MINTRAC, in partnership with Response Learning and TAFE Queensland South-West, will be offering a new approach to undertaking the Diploma of Meat Processing.
Essentially, the approach offers the opportunity to select from a wide range of units over a period of time which best suits the individual.
Each Unit will consist of a three or four day workshop, followed by work-based assignments, private study, on-line support options including webinars etc, and personalised contact and support during the assessment process.
MINTRAC will advertise a program of study over an eighteen month period. This will be updated and added to every six months.
How do I choose which units I need to gain a Diploma?
If you are seeking to gain a full Diploma of Meat Processing, you should consult with either Response Learning or TAFE Queensland South-West to choose the six units required to suit your requirements and to fulfil the requirements for the Diploma. They will assist you to prepare a study plan.
Do I have to undertake the whole Diploma?
No. Individuals can select just one unit, if that’s all that interests them. However, should they decide to carry on to a Diploma in the future, they can count the completed unit.
Do I have to attend units run by only one of the RTOs if I want the Diploma?
No. You can select units offered by either RTO and they will arrange for the credit towards your qualification to be transferred/recognised.
How much will it cost?
A full Diploma will cost from $10,000—$11,000, depending on the Units selected. However, you do not have to pay this up-front, as charges will be made on a Unit-by-Unit basis.
Can I be sure that every Unit offered will run?
No. In order to cover the costs of delivery, a minimum of 10 people is required before a Unit can run.
How much time will I need to spend away from the workplace?
One three or four day workshop will be scheduled for each unit. This will be the only off-plant travel required for each unit.
Where will the workshops be offered?
For the most part, workshops will run in either Brisbane or Melbourne. However, we will attempt to run occasional workshops in Adelaide and Perth.
I am interested in the workshop, but I don’t want to do the assessment. Can I do this?
Yes, you can. For every unit offered there will be a workshop only-rate. This means you can attend the workshop but not do the assessment. However, should you decide to complete the unit in the future, you may need attend the workshop again.
Is any financial support available to undertake the Diploma?
From time to time there may be MINTRAC scholarships available. These are worth $3,000 and will be advertised in the MINTRACKER newsletter or on the MINTRAC website.
Relevant Scholarships available through other organisations are also advertised on the MINTRAC website when they become available.
VET FEE—HELP
VET FEE—HELP is available to assist eligible students studying higher level vocational education and training (VET) qualifications to pay their tuition fees. Higher level VET qualifications are at the diploma level and above.
Not all providers are approved to offer VET FEE—HELP loans. You can only access VET FEE—HELP at a registered training organisation that has been approved under the Higher Education Support Act 2003 to offer VET FEE–HELP to eligible students. You should contact Response Learning or TAFE Queensland South-West to ask if they have been approved.
For more information, go to
http://studyassist.gov.au/sites/studyassist/helppayingmyfees/vet-fee-help/pages/vet-fee-help
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