COURSE OVERVIEW:

This course is designed to equip you with a deep understanding of the Australian regulatory system governing the education and training of international students. The ESOS Framework, standing for the Education Services for Overseas Students, is a robust set of legislation and standards aimed at ensuring high-quality education delivery and protecting the rights and interests of international students studying in Australia. Let's delve into the core components of this framework to grasp its significance and implications.

The ESOS Legislative Framework: At the heart of the ESOS Framework lies its legislative foundation. The ESOS Legislative Framework comprises the ESOS Act 2000, associated regulations, and the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students. This legal framework provides a comprehensive structure for the regulation of international education in Australia, outlining the rights and responsibilities of both education providers and students.

The ESOS Act: The ESOS Act 2000 is the cornerstone of the ESOS Framework, embodying the overarching principles and objectives of the legislation. The main objectives of the ESOS Act revolve around safeguarding the interests of overseas students, maintaining the integrity of the Australian education system, and enhancing the quality of education and training provided to international students. It establishes regulatory requirements for education providers offering courses to overseas students and sets out the mechanisms for compliance and enforcement.

The ESOS Regulations: Complementing the ESOS Act are the ESOS Regulations, which provide detailed provisions and guidelines for the implementation of the legislative requirements. These regulations cover various aspects such as registration of providers, monitoring and compliance mechanisms, student support services, and tuition protection arrangements. The ESOS Regulations play a crucial role in operationalising the provisions of the ESOS Act and ensuring consistent adherence to regulatory standards across the education sector.

ESOS Standards - National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018: Central to the ESOS Framework is the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018. This code sets out the standards and guidelines that registered providers must comply with to maintain registration and offer courses to international students. It covers areas such as marketing and recruitment practices, course delivery and assessment, student support services, complaints and appeals procedures, and monitoring and reporting requirements. Adherence to the National Code is essential for ensuring the quality and integrity of the international education sector in Australia.

The ESOS Framework represents a comprehensive regulatory framework aimed at upholding the reputation and quality of Australian education while safeguarding the rights and interests of international students.

Through this course, you will gain a thorough understanding of the ESOS Legislative Framework, including the ESOS Act, Regulations, and National Code, enabling you to navigate the complexities of international education regulation with confidence and competence.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of this course, you will be able to understand:

• The ESOS Legislative Framework
• The ESOS Act & main objectives
• The ESOS Regulations
• ESOS Standards - National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018
• The National Code objectives
• Standard 1 Marketing information and practices, Standard Explanation, Key aspects of Standard 1 & How to Support Compliance with this Standard
• Standard 2 Recruitment of an overseas student, Standard Explanation, Key aspects of Standard 2 & How to Support Compliance with this Standard
• Standard 3 Formalisation of enrolment and written agreements, Standard Explanation, Key aspects of Standard 3 & How to Support Compliance with this Standard
• Standard 4 Education Agents, Standard Explanation, Key aspects of Standard 4 & How to Support Compliance with this Standard
• Standard 5 Younger overseas students, Standard Explanation, Key aspects of Standard 5 & How to Support Compliance with this Standard
• Standard 6 Overseas student support services, Standard Explanation, Key aspects of Standard 6 & How to Support Compliance with this Standard
• Standard 7 Overseas student transfers, Standard Explanation, Key aspects of Standard 7 & How to Support Compliance with this Standard
• Standard 8 Overseas student visa requirements, Standard Explanation, Key aspects of Standard 8 & How to Support Compliance with this Standard
• Standard 9 Deferring, suspending or cancelling the overseas student’s enrolment, Standard Explanation, Key aspects of Standard 9 & How to Support Compliance with this Standard
• Standard 10 Complaints and appeals, Standard Explanation, Key aspects of Standard 10 & How to Support Compliance with this Standard
• Standard 11 Additional requirements, Standard Explanation, Key aspects of Standard 11 & How to Support Compliance with this Standard

COURSE DURATION:

The typical duration of this course is approximately 2-3 hours to complete. Your enrolment is Valid for 12 Months. Start anytime and study at your own pace.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

You must have access to a computer or any mobile device with Adobe Acrobat Reader (free PDF Viewer) installed, to complete this course.

COURSE DELIVERY:

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ASSESSMENT:

A simple 10-question true or false quiz with Unlimited Submission Attempts.

CERTIFICATION:

Upon course completion, you will receive a customised digital “Certificate of Completion”.