Benchmark College course guide for 2017.

1. Course Guide

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difference to both individuals and industry.
Since that time, we have provided over 10,000 students with education
that has met their training needs and/or employment requirements.
Benchmark College is owned by Academies Australasia Group Limited.
Listed on the Australian stock exchange, Academies Australasia (AKG) is
a 109- y e a r - o l d company that services the needs of students both
domestically and internationally.
At Benchmark College, we see learning as a life long journey and a pathway
for change and growth. Our aim is always to have the student at the centre of
our service delivery and as such we are committed to providing you with
learning support throughout your training.
Registered by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA), Benchmark
College (RTO Code 90274) offers more than 20 different Nationally
Recognised Qualifications to people entering the workforce, changing
their careers or wanting to turn their skills and knowledge into a
qualification.
The diverse range of qualifications on our scope of registration provides our graduates opportunities to gain
employment in a number of different industries including Early Childhood Education (Child Care),
Individual Support (Aged Care), Business, Retail, Warehousing Operations and Training and Assessment.
Our Story
Benchmark College was founded in a small classroom
in the Western Suburbs of Sydney in 1998 with the main
purpose of providing quality vocational education that made a
“We saw an
opportunity to
provide flexible
training in the
workplace that met
the students’ needs
not just the training
provider’s.”
Bridget Carroll,
Company Founder
“I am glad
I am doing
my course at
Benchmark
College, it is very
friendly and the
staff are very
supportive.”
Aged Care Student
What We Believe
Our theme ‘Learn, Change and Grow’ reflects our philosophy of the processes
that occur when people engage in learning and our organisation’s desire
through the learning cycle to continually improve every facet of service delivery.
From our extensive experience, we know that for change and growth to occur
Students need to be supported and facilitated throughout the learning
process. For this reason, the student is always at the centre of our service
delivery. This belief is strongly reflected in our processes, systems and culture.

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What We Offer
Choosing a Training Partner
Choosing a training provider is an important decision to make. Your decision needs to be made based on
individual need, level of support required and a review of all the information that you have gathered. Once
you have established what different providers can offer, their reputation, program delivery, flexibility and
cost you can objectively compare and choose the best training organisation for you.
Strong Links with Industry
Due to our extensive experience working with different industries and associations we have
developed strong links with industry. These links enable us to develop programs that are well
respected, meet industry needs and provide students opportunities to participate in work
experience. These links provide industry with opportunities to access reduced costed training and
to recruit high quality graduates.
Benchmark College has developed partnerships with other educational providers. These
invaluable partnerships enable our students the opportunity to practice key industry skills in
simulated environments.
Nationally Recognised Qualifications
Customised Accredited Training
Access to Government Funded Training
Flexible Delivery Options
Recognition of Prior Learning

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Available Courses
With more than 20 qualifications on our scope you will
find the right qualification or training to provide you with
workforce skills; give you the opportunity to make a career
change; acknowledge pre-existing skills and knowledge or
gain the additional knowledge or experience required to do
your job better or gain a promotion in your chosen field.
We provide vocational education in a number of different areas including Business, Community Services (Aged
Care), Early Childhood Education (Child Care), Retail and Warehousing Operations. We also offer Professional
Development courses for those working within the Community Services industries including IndividualSupport
(Aged Care) and Early Childhood Education (Child Care).
Benchmark College can provide vocational education in a number of different ways dependent on the
student or employers need. We conduct training in the workplace, classroom or by a blended method.
Our Staff
Benchmark College staff are an integral part of our student’s
journey towards growth. From the time you apply to the time that
you graduate, you will be assisted by staff who are dedicated to
providing you with a quality service.
Our trainers and assessors are highly qualified and experienced
industry professionals who consistently model best practice and
who are committed to optimising your ability to meet course
requirements.
“The trainer was really
helpful and made the
course interesting, I
would recommend it to
others.”
Student
“The trainer is so
professional and does
her utmost at all times.”
Student

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Study Locally
We have training facilities in Penrith and Sydney CBD. We also deliver training in other locations across
Sydney, the Central Coast and Newcastle. Our modern facilities are only a short walk from public
transport and have the technology required to meet your training needs.
Pre-enrolment Information
Benchmark College has policies, procedures and
information to help create a working and learning
environment that is safe, healthy, culturally diverse,
friendly and non-discriminatory.
We encourage you to visit the student section of our
website www.benchmark.edu.au to view relevant
policies and procedures. You can access these
documents by selecting the ‘Student’ tab on our
homepage.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
and Credit Transfer (CT)
RPL is a type of assessment that recognises a person’s skills and knowledge as a
result of previous work and/or life experience whilst CT is where you have
completed the exact same unit or its equivalent previously through a Registered
Training Organisation. All students are given the opportunity to apply for RPL
and CT. Whilst you can apply for RPL or CT at any time it is recommended that
you do this at enrolment or at program induction.
“Thank you
Benchmark for the
opportunity &
flexibility of
completing my
Diploma as RPL.”
Student

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Applying and Enrolling
For all programs offered by Benchmark College, you are required to complete an application form and an
enrolment form. These forms are required to check eligibility, ascertain if students have a special need and
identify if an interview is required prior to enrolment.
Application forms can be sourced by contacting the College
or sending an enquiry from our website.
Once your application has been approved you will be
offered a position in your selected program. You will need
to accept this position by applying for a Unique Student
Identifier (USI), completing a language, literacy and numeracy
quiz and providing certification of identification. At course
induction, you will then be required to complete an
enrolment form.
Fees and Charges
Costs
Course fees are dependent on the type of program you are doing and the funding source, i.e.
Government funded programs - including traineeships and classroom training; fee for service;
recognition and self-directed training.
Benchmark College aims to be cost competitive with other Registered Training Organisations - fees for
Government funded programs are set by the relevant State and Federal Governments. Concessions, fee
exemptions andfee-free scholarships are available for NSW Government funded programs based on student
eligibility. Please note that some of the training courses listed are subsidised by the NSW Government. We
can advise you about eligibility on course application.
With all our courses, there are no hidden costs.
Course fees are available from our website www.benchmark.edu.au
“Good communication and
support from my trainer, very
useful theory to influence my
practice.”
Student
“Wide range of areas covered
and practical activities in the
workplace was good.”
Student
No Hidden Costs

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Delivery Methods
Traineeships
A traineeship is a training contract between an employer and
an employee. It is a way that training and employment can be
combined to deliver a Nationally Recognised qualification.
Australian Apprenticeships (often referred to as apprenticeships or traineeships) offer opportunities for anyone
working age to train, study and earn an income in a wide range of occupations and trades.
All training and assessment is conducted in the work place.
Benchmark College currently deliver traineeships in a variety
of different industries including Business, Early Childhood
(Child Care), Individual Support (Aged Care), Retail and
Warehousing.
Traineeships generally take between one to two years to complete, depending upon the qualification. Early
completions and extensions may be granted on request to Training Services NSW.
Benefits for Employers
Financial incentives
Flexible delivery that minimises impact on your organisation or business
Staff achieve a Nationally Recognised Qualification
Training that is customised and contextualised to the workplace
Classroom Training
In our ever-increasing ‘virtual’ world there is a need for real interaction. Classroom sessions provide this in the
form of a real person, your trainer, who can deliver information in an interesting way. Benchmark College
trainers are also subject experts who can answer concerns and questions right away and, as a specialist, can
share the benefit of their years of experience.
Benefits of classroom learning:
Structured classes, delivery hours, equipped facilities provide a great learning environment
Uses familiar learning models and techniques
Access to an experienced trainer/assessor: Good trainers distinguish between the information that students
must learn to complete assessments and the information they must know to develop genuine job skills.
Best Aspects of the Training:
“having a trainer who was very
supportive to my staff and very
knowledgeable.”
Traineeship Employer

8. BSB30115 Certificate III in Business
Description
The BSB30115 Certificate III in Business is designed to provide students with the opportunity to learn and
practice the skills and knowledge to work effectively in a business environment. Course content includes
customer service and complaints handling; working with diversity; work, health and safety (WHS); working in
a team environment; writing and producing business documents and prioritising your workload.
EntryRequirements
• Adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)
BSB30415 Certificate III in Business Administration
Description
The BSB30415 Certificate III in Business Administration is designed to provide students with the opportunity
to learn and practice the skills and knowledge to work effectively in a business administration environment.
Course content includes customer service; keyboarding skills; work, health and safety (WHS); promoting
innovation in a team environment; writing and producing business documents; text documents; spreadsheets;
electronic presentations and prioritising your workload.
EntryRequirements
• Adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)
Courses Available -
Business
Business Courses
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BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business
Description
The BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business is designed to provide students will skills and knowledge to help
them make strategic decisions, undertake project work and develop teams and individuals. Course
content includes implementing customer service strategies; working with diversity; work, health and
safety (WHS); promoting innovation in a team environment; writing complex documents; establishing
networks; professional presentations; organising meetings and developing teams and individuals.
EntryRequirements
• Adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)
BSB40515 Certificate IV in Business Administration
Description
The BSB40515 Certificate IV in Business Administration will provide students with the skills needed to
effectively manage the office administration aspects of a business. By completing this qualification,
students will have the confidence to direct a variety of workplace administration tasks. Course content
includes addressing customer needs; working with diversity; promoting innovation in a team
environment; writing and developing complex documents; developing complex spreadsheets;
implementing a workplace information system; how to establish a network; professional presentations;
organising meetings and developing teams and individuals.
EntryRequirements
• Adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)
Business

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BSB50215 Diploma of Business
Description
The BSB50215 Diploma of Business helps develop skills across a wide range of business functions to problem
solve and evaluate information to further develop student’s education and employment opportunities. Course
content includes managing customer service; leading and managing a team; implementing continuous
improvement; planning and implementing administrative systems; business document development; managing
meetings; managing projects and managing work priorities and professional development.
EntryRequirements
• Adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)
BSB51915 Diploma of Leadership and Management
Description
The BSB51915 Diploma of Leadership and Management addresses the many challenges faced by managers in
today's rapidly changing business environment and provides solutions and strategies to work under various
business conditions. Course content includes managing customer service; leading and managing a team;
facilitating continuous improvement; managing meetings; developing operational plans; managing projects;
sustaining an innovative workplace; managing staff performance; developing emotional intelligence; managing
workplace relationships; ensuring a safe workplace and managing work priorities and professional development.
EntryRequirements
• Adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)
Business

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CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Description
The CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care will provide you with the skills to plan
engaging and educational activities to help children develop to their full potential. Learn how to create
individual profiles and work with families to provide appropriate childhood education and care.
Course content includes providing care for babies, toddlers and children; diversity and cultural competence;
working legally and ethically; providing healthy food and drinks; developing positive relationships with
children; the approved learning framework in early childhood and providing experiences to support children’s
learning and play.
EntryRequirements
• Adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)
• Able to clear a NSW Working with Children Check
CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Description
The CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is designed for aspiring educators who are
responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating early childhood education and care programs.
Putting theory into practice, students will discover how to look at the world from the perspective of child
development and how to assess, plan and evaluate the care provided to children to develop their individual
strengths and interests.
Course content includes providing care for babies, toddlers and children; diversity and cultural competence;
working legally and ethically; providing healthy food and drinks; developing positive relationships with
children; the approved learning framework in early childhood; providing experiences to support children’s
learning and play; nurturing creativity in children; fostering the development and wellbeing of children;
designing and implementing the curriculum and developing teams and individuals.
EntryRequirements
• Adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)
• Able to clear a NSW Working with Children Check
Early Childhood
Education - Child Care

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CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support – Ageing specialisation
Description
The CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support still allows workers to specialise in aged care, disability and
home and community care; however, instead of enrolling in a specific qualification, students complete a
specific set of units within the Certificate III in Individual Support.
With our population ageing at an alarming rate, the aged and community care industry needs qualified health
care workers to provide care, support and quality of life for elderly Australians.
Course content includes working in health or community services; working legally and ethically; providing
individualised support; working with diversity; recognising healthy body systems; following safe work
practices; facilitating the empowerment of older people; providing support to people living with dementia;
and working effectively in the leisure and health industries.
EntryRequirements
• Adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)
• Able to clear a National Police Check
Community Services -
Aged Care

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TLI31616 Certificate III in Warehousing Operations
Description
The TLI31616 Certificate III in Warehousing Operations provides students with the opportunity to learn the
knowledge and skills required to work within the transport and warehousing industry. This qualification will
accelerate your professional development in a growing and vibrant industry while also giving you the
confidence to take then next step in your career within the industry.
Course content includes completing workplace orientation/induction procedures; following work health and
safety procedures; applying chain of responsibility legislation, regulations and procedures; using inventory
systems for stock control; receival and despatch operations; applying quality systems and monitoring
workplace security procedures.
EntryRequirements
• Adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)
TLI41816 Certificate IV in Warehousing Operations
Description
The TLI41816 Certificate IV in Warehousing Operations will equip you with the knowledge and skills to work
effectively in warehouse and logistics operations. Learn how to lead and facilitate work teams, apply quality
systems, receive goods and coordinate goods for distribution to, develop plans to meet customer needs, use
inventory systems and control stock.
Course content includes completing workplace orientation/induction procedures; following work health and
safety procedures; applying chain of responsibility legislation, regulations and procedures; sourcing
goods/services and evaluating contractors; assessing and monitoring optimum stock control levels; applying
quality systems; monitoring workplace security procedures; organising transport of freight or goods; leading
a work team or group and coordinating quality customer service.
EntryRequirements
• Adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)
Warehousing Operations

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SIR30216 Certificate III in Retail
Description
The SIR30216 Certificate III in Retail will provide students with training to prepare them for roles
in a variety of retail settings. Students will learn effective sales techniques, creative
merchandising, customer service and administrative and team leadership skills. This qualification
will help to provide career opportunities within the retail sector.
Course content includes working effectively in a service environment; contributing to workplace
health and safety; building customer relationships and loyalty; assisting with customer
difficulties; advising on products and services; retail sales; organising and maintaining the store
environment; receiving and handling retail stock; balancing and securing the point-of-sale (POS)
terminal.
EntryRequirements
• Adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)
SIR40316 Certificate IV in Retail Management
Description
The SIR40316 Certificate IV in Retail Management is suitable for students who are working in
retail or a business-to-business environment. This course applies to those who are managing a
small retail outlet, a section or department within a larger retail store, a small business-to-
business outlet, or a section or department within a larger business or franchise.
Course content includes creating a customer centric culture; implementing customer service
strategies; maintaining store security and workplace safety; work with diversity; maintaining
employee relations; leading a frontline team; achieving sales results; monitoring retail store
financials; promoting innovation within the team and coordinating visual merchandising
activities.
EntryRequirements
• Adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)
Retail

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HLTAID004 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care
setting*
This course satisfies the requirements for First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Asthma and
Anaphylaxis for those working in an education and care service (child care centre). The course covers the skills
and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to infants, children and adults.
HLTAID003 Provide first aid*
This course covers a wide range of topics to enable participants to confidently manage emergency situations
and apply life-saving skills. The course covers the most common first aid injuries and illnesses that you might
be called upon to deal with. This course is appropriate for people who want these skills for workplace or the
home.
HLTAID001 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation*
This course provides the skills and knowledge required to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in line
with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines. It is suitable as a CPR refresher course, provided
you hold a current first aid qualification.
CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk#
This course provides the skills and knowledge required to support and protect children and young people who
are at risk of harm. The following roles are required to hold the current unit:
Nominated Supervisors and Certified Supervisors who are placed in day to day charge of an education and
care service in NSW (Education and Care Services National Regulations 2016)
Supervisor’s minimum requirements (Children [Education and Care Services] Supplementary Provisions
2004).
Short Courses
Short
Courses
*The above courses require a level of physical ability to meet the evidence requirements for assessment.
These standards relate to the level of performance required to provide resuscitation and respond to an
emergency situation where there may be risk to life.
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The skills in this unit are applied in accordance with child protection legislation and state/territory
requirements.

16. Head Office
2/144 Henry Street, Penrith NSW 2750
Postal: PO Box 4098 Penrith NSW 2750
Free call: 1800 286 916
T: 02 4722 3099
F: 02 4722 3599
www.benchmark.edu.au
Provider Code: 90274
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