Welcome to

Sarina Russo Institute

Welcome to Sarina Russo Institute (SRI)Welcome to SRI – University Access

Studying at SRI International

KEY STAFF

• Jane Roberts: RTO Director

• Raelene King: Head Trainer

• Shirley Jones: Manager Operations

• June Menzies: Student Counsellor

Computer Log In

PLEASE WAIT for us to

help you!

• russoschools\Sxxxxx (school computers)

• Sxxxxx (Student Portal and wifi)

• Same PASSWORD for all!

Self-Paced orientation:

Open the Student Portal in Internet Explorer

Click on SRI Orientation

Open the PowerPoint in full screen mode

Use your headphones to watch videos

• Classes are scheduled from Monday and FridaySession times each day:

8.30am – 11.30am

12.00pm – 3.00pm

• You will be able to see your timetable 1 month in advance

• BUT check every week on Fridays for room/class changes

• Assessment weeks are scheduled throughout the course

• Students will be given notice of any timetable change

Timetable – session times

Checking your timetable

Your timetable (sample)

E= 100 Eagle Street

Q= 349 Queen Street

Check your timetable every week – rooms may

change, even if your class is the same

Check your timetable on iLearn link “UA timetables”

Checking your timetable

• Classes are held in various rooms – check your timetable

• Computer rooms Queen St - Level 1, 4 7 and 8

After classes: All equipment turned off Chairs pushed into place Desks left neat and tidy Rubbish in bins No eating or drinking in classrooms

Classrooms

• Your belongings should be kept with you at all times.

• Books cannot be left in the building overnight.

• You should not leave your possessions in classrooms or the computer room during lunch or other breaks.

Lost Property• check with Teachers and Resource Centre (level 2)

Personal belongings

Electronic items

•Mobiles must be switched off while you are in class and must only be used during the break times

•MP3 players, iPods and the use of headsets (listening to music) are not allowed in class unless specific to your online tutorial

If you are seen using any electronic devices during exams or assessment, it will be considered as cheating according to the student Code of Conduct

If English is not your first language, you need to continue to develop you language skills throughout your course to prepare for work/university.

Please use ENGLISH ONLY in classReview new vocabulary each nightLimit your use of dictionaries in classTry to work with students of different nationalities

Need extra support?Ask your TeacherSee the Counsellor

Language support and development

If you are experiencing challenges with:

•Studying•Assignment writing•Time management – work/life/study balance•Referencing•Any other assessment related topics•Referral/advice for health and well-being

Please make an appointment via the Student Portal

Academic counselling

A student is considered to be achieving satisfactory course progress if they are passing at least 50% of their competencies in a study period.

If you are not achieving satisfactory progress, you may be issued with a Course Progression Warning letter and we will implement an Intervention Strategy to help you complete your course. This may include:

• Resist or repeats• Extra tuition/study support• Change to study load• Extension of course

If, after the Intervention Strategy has been put in place, you fail to achieve satisfactory progress in a second consecutive compulsory study period, you will be issued with an Intention to Report for Unsatisfactory Progress.

Course progress and assessment

Course progress and assessment

We recommend you attend every class and complete all

class work and tests to improve faster.

• You can check your progress with your teacher or Academic

Coordinator, and request an Academic Report at any time

• Your progress will be checked at the end of each six week

block

• If you are having trouble progressing, we will offer you an

Intervention Strategy, which may include:

• Recommending extra study or practice,

• Repeat of the units where a ‘Not competent’ has been given

If you need to:

•Suspend/defer your studies•Cancel your course•Transfer to another school•Extend your course

meet with the Head Trainer and complete a Request for Enrolment Variation

Supply additional evidence as required Variations may incur fees and affect your CoE

Course variations

Holidays

Holiday periods are built into the structure of each course -see Academic Calendar in the handbook.

The school also closes for the last 2 weeks of December each year.

Additional holidays will NOT be granted –

you must apply for suspension of your course

if you have compassionate or compelling

circumstances (with evidence)

Your Course outline

• See course details on Portal – Courses -International

Your Student Handbook

Sample Academic Calendar

• Competency based training is an approach to learning that places emphasis on learning skills and knowledge to enable a person to work effectively in their industry area.

• When students can demonstrate the requirements of the unit, they are assessed as:

C = Competent

• If you cannot perform these skills you are assessed as: NC = Not Competent

After your competency has been assessed, you can access your results on iLearn

Competency based training (CBT)

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT)

• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT) is available to all students.

• RPL means that students may receive recognition for any previous learning, work or life experience

• To apply for a Credit Transfer/RPL, complete application form - available on Student Portal

• You may make an appointment to discuss your credit transfers/RPL’s with Rae King via the Student Portal

• It is recommended that you apply during the first week of your course You MUST apply for an RPL within 1 week of commencement of the

unit All RPL/CT applications will be processes within a three (3) week

period. Students are required to keep attending

classes until assessment of the RPL/CT application is finalised.

Course completion

Certificates

Certificates are issued within 21 days after you finish your courseALL fees must be paid to receive your certificate

For more information on certificates and grades, see your Student Handbook

Finance – international students

• Sarina Russo Institute does not send out payment reminders to international students – check your payment plan on your Letter of Offer.

• It remains the responsibility of the student to ensure payment is made on time. Late fees apply. Non-payment of fees may be reported to the Dept of

Immigration and your CoE cancelled Certificate Awards and Statement of Results and/or Attainments

will not be issued while there are outstanding fees• It is the students responsibility to ensure their contact details are

always up to date.

Finance – payment options

• Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard) or EFTPOS - payable at Reception on Ground floor

• Direct Deposit into our National Aust Bank Account

• Direct Debit from a nominated personal bank account (please see Finance for an authorization form)

• Credit Card - Automatic monthly deduction from a nominated credit card (please see Finance for an authorization form)

For account queries please call:

3001 7870 or 3001 7876

Or email:

deposits@sarinarusso.com.au

Finance – contact details

Students have access to a fair and free complaints and appeals

process:

Attendance issues

Course assessment/grades

Any other academic or non-academic issue

Please refer to the Complaints and Appeals Policy and

Procedure in your Student Handbook.

Complaints and appeals

All appeals require EVIDENCE for a result to be changed, or for low attendance to be considered.

EVIDENCE includes but is not limited to the following:

A Medical Certificate issued from an AUSTRALIAN doctor at the time you were sick, stating the specific problem.

Consultation with SRI staff member at the time of the incident.

Other documented evidence such as typhoon in homeland.

Complaints and appeals

Complaints and appeals

• Acceptable EVIDENCE is NOT:

• A Medical Certificate from an overseas doctor issued to

another person.

• A backdated medical certificate.

• Consultation with SRI staff member many weeks after the

event.

• An appeal with no specific information such as dates,

events or times.

• An appeal at the end of the course saying you were sick

during the course but took medicine from home.

Complaints & appeals• External appeals (International Students)

Overseas Student Ombudsman

www.oso.gov.au

Click to watch video

Institute and visa information

Visa requirements

All students should be aware of their visa conditions.

Student visa conditions include:

•Maintain a course of study (with CoE’s)

•Maintain satisfactory attendance (above 80%)

•Maintain satisfactory course progress

• Work: up to 40 hours per fortnight (in study periods)

• Provide your current address to your school

•Have health cover (OSHC) for your visa period

Visa requirements

All students should be aware of their visa

conditions.

• Other visas (Working Holiday, Student Dependent,

Tourist): make sure you are aware of your visa

conditions regarding Study and Work allowances

• ALL VISAS: Make sure you know how long you can

remain in Australia (your visa end date)

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Attendance

To get the best out of your study, you should

attend every lesson.

•if you arrive late to class, you may be marked absent

•if you are sick for more than 2 days, see a doctor and email your

medical certificate to SRIuniversityaccess@sri.edu.au• Please note you are NOT marked present if you have a medical

certificate – these are kept on your student record

• If you will be away for a week or more due to illness or injury,

contact us immediately, as we may need to SUSPEND your course

•You can check your attendance on the Student Portal: (or ask your

trainer for you percentage of attendance)

Students are in a professional environment and are expected to behave in a respectful manner.

Attendance record

• below 80%: risk being reported to Department of Immigration and having

your enrolment and visa cancelled

• below 80%: you will NOT pass the course and progress to your next

course (pathway students)

• All students, regardless of visa, must have over 80% attendance in each

course to receive a course certificate

Code of Conduct

UNACCEPTABLE CONDUCT INCLUDES:

Harassment of staff or other students

Threatening behaviour

Sexual harassment

Bullying

Cheating or stealing

Bringing OR being under the influence of alcohol or drugs at school

Misconduct may result in written warnings, suspension

or cancellation of enrolment.

Students are in a professional environment and are expected to behave in a respectful manner.

Meet with Academic Coordinator to:

Talk about problems relating to classes

Discuss your study goals/progress

Discuss attendance

Advice for health services and

general problems/wellbeing

Email for an appointment

SRIUniversityAccess@sarinarusso.com.au

Support and counselling

Other Campus services available to all students:

• Student Counsellor, level 9

• The Learning Centre, level 8

• Library, level 2

Support and counselling

• Student Lounge (level 1)

• Kitchen and eating areas (level 1 & 7)

• Vending machines (level 1)

• Student information (level 2)

• English noticeboard (level 7)

• Prayer room (level 5)

Student areas

Student activities

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Permission to work:

•Student visa: 40 hours per fortnight

•Working holiday visa: unlimited hours

•Tourist/visitor visa: no work allowed

Getting started:

•Open an Australian BANK ACCOUNT

•Apply for TAX FILE NUMBER

Working in Australia

Click to apply

Click for info

Getting help:

•Visit the Activities Officer (Rebeca Berti) in the Joblinx

office, room 701• Free courses (coffee making, hospitality skills)

• Assistance with your resume

• General advice about balancing work/life/study

• Email: englishatwork@sri.edu.au

Working in Australia

Click for info

Options for students:

1.Homestay with an Australian family

2.Specialist student accommodation

• Uniresort, Student One, Urbanest, The Pad

3.Privately rented accommodation (house or apartment)

• There are laws for renting in Queensland to protect you –

always rent legally!

Accommodation

Click for info

Computers throughout the building + labs on level 1, 4, 7 & 8

•There is a download LIMIT - refreshed each week

•You can access the computers from 7:30am-9pm

•WI-FI is also available: ‘SRInstitute’

•Please note classes are also held in computer labs

Library – level 2•Access computers and printers

•Assistance from staff to reset passwords

•English Language resources

•Lost property

•Quiet study space

Computers and wifi

Your student ID

Print in the computer labs and resource centre

Discounts: movies, tourist attractions

Please carry your ID every day

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Health and safety

Safety in our building

Building is open 7.30am-9.30pm Mon-Fri Some floors are open on weekends Elevators and front doors – please don’t hold

open! ALARMED Stairs are located at FRONT and REAR of the

building. TOILETS are located in the front stairwells,

disabled toilets are located on levels 1, 3, 4, 5 Emergency Evacuation signs - nearest exits

Follow staff directions during an evacuation

Emergency Services – FREE call:

Ambulance Police Fire

LEARN your ADDRESSand TELEPHONE

number!

Other AssistanceAfter Hours Helpline:

1800 994 989PUT THIS NUMBER IN YOUR PHONE

NOW

Use this Free App: click for more information

Personal Safety

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The Law and legal help

Please be aware that laws in Australia may be different

from your own country. Breaking the law in Australia

may put your visa at risk.

•Take particular care with:

• Driving: make sure you have a VALID license to drive in

Australia. See Queensland Dept of Transport:http://www.tmr.qld.gov.au/Licensing/Getting-a-licence

• Observe the road rules, specifically speed and drink driving;

penalties are strict, especially during holidays

• Alcohol and drug laws

• Laws for minors (under 18 years) e.g: gambling, drinking

•If you require legal assistance, you can contact your country’s

consulate http://protocol.dfat.gov.au/Consulate/listStates.rails?state=4

OR Legal Aid Queensland 1300 651 188

Your Health

See a GP (General practitioner) if you are sick Only go to a hospital for accidents or serious illness Know your OSHC health insurance fund

Pharmacies (chemists) - great place to ask for health advice and buy medicines

Carry your medication prescription in English

First Aid is available at school

click for more information

Always wash your hands well and often

Always use tissues and throw away afterwards

Always cover your mouth/nose if you cough or sneeze

If you are very sick, stay at home to rest Visit a doctor or chemist

Staying healthy in Winter

Staying healthy in Summer

Drink plenty of water during hot

weather

Water coolers are in kitchens and

throughout the building

Staying safe at the beach

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Health and safetyWelcome to Brisbane!

Brisbane CBD and transport

click for Google Map

Brisbane Transport

concession tickets on public transport

Purchase ADULT tickets (BLUE go card)

Use a GO card to travel on all forms of transport in Brisbane: cheaper than paper tickets

‘Off peak’ is cheaper – 8.30am-3.30pm and after 7pm (M-F) and all weekends and public holidays

Use your GO card 9 times then travel free on weekends!

click for more information

Brisbane Transport

Always carry your student ID and your Go card – you can be fined if you don’t show your student ID

You should use a GO card to travel on all forms of transport in Brisbane – this is much cheaper than paper tickets

Use your GO card 9 times then travel free on weekends!

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Brisbane Transport

Other transport options include:

Nightlink services: weekends/holidays

CityCycle

FREE services – CityHopper Ferry, Spring Hill Loop and City Loop (buses)

click on images for more information

Brisbane and surrounding areas

Sunshine Coast

Gold Coast

Moreton Bay Islands

Brisbane

click for Google Map

Websites Brisbane information/events

www.visitbrisbane.com.auwww.studybrisbane.com.auwww.choosebrisbane.com.au/study

SRI Facebook page

Need more information?

Community Telephone Directory in your Student Handbook

Brisbane Info Centre – Queen St Mall

Student Hub – level 2

Student Services (ground floor)

• Look for ashtrays or designated smoking areas

• If you smoke in a smoke-free area you can be fined on the spot ($250 or

more)

• Cannot smoke within 5 metres of a bus stop or anywhere on a train

platform or ferry stop

• No smoking in the Queen Street Mall

• Smoking laws are strict throughout Australia and new laws have

recently been introduced in Queensland

• Check here https://www.qld.gov.au/health/staying-healthy/atods/smoking/laws/index.html

Smoking

SRI Website and Student Portalwww.sri.edu.au

Go to the portal and follow the directions

Logging onto the Portal

Updating your Personal Details

Complete your Personal Details and click send

Privacy statement

Please write your full name Sign and date

Publicity consent

Please tick YES or NO Sign and date

Contacting us

Email SRIUniversityAccess@sarinarusso.com.au

Include:

•Your full name

•Student ID

•Your question or request (appointment, document, problem)

•Check your email or SMS for a reply

USI – Unique student identifier

Unique Student Identifier (USI)What is a USI? (click here to view the video)

- Gives students access to their online USI account

- Contains all of your training record results as of January 1 2015

- Easy access to training records and results

Who needs a USI?

- All students enrolled in nationally recognized training (excluding university)

How to get a USI?

-Once I create the number you will receive an email with your USI number

Follow link and complete – www.usi.gov.au

Place number and password into a secure location for easy reference

What is iLearn?

iLearnWhat is iLEARN?

•iLEARN is the Sarina Russo Student Learning Management

System (LMS)

•The LMS permits you to:

• View your course materials

• Communicate with other students and your teachers

• Submit assignments

• Complete tests

• Participate in virtual classrooms

•You can login to iLearn from the www.sri.edu.au website

How to access iLEARN

Go to the web address:http://sri.edu.au/

1. Click on PORTAL (1) Access the portal

How to access iLEARN

3.Click on the iLEARN

(2) Select iLearn

(3) Enter your student number in the username field(4) Enter the password from your ‘welcome’ email in the password field.

(2)

iLearn login page

(3)

(4)

First time log ins – Welcome message

5.Explore the options in the welcome message to familiarise yourself with the features

Or click close

(5) Here you can edit your personal details and change your iLearn password.(6) Here you can check the progress of your grades in your courses.

My SRI

(5)

(6)

(7) Here you will see a list of all the courses you are enrolled into.(8) Here you can access the Sarina Russo Institute domestic student online induction.(9) Here is a list of all programs in the Sarina Russo Institute course catalogue

My Courses

(8)

(7)

(9)

(3) Discussion Boards. Click to subscribe and you can comment on forums and threads. This is great opportunity to hear from other students and share ideas.

Communication tools

(2)

Tabs – My Community

Some courses use the community function 10.If you are a member of a community it will be displayed under My Organisations in the Community tab

iLearn Live

• Web based conferencing and virtual classroom tool

• Operates on Web CT technology so you can access it through your web browser

• Recommended browser for optimal experience is Google Chrome

• A headset with a microphone is required for full participation options in iLearnLive

Download this App

Bb Student This app will permit you to view your courses and also participate in iLearnLive on your mobile device.

Changing your passwordMy SRI tab

14.Select Personal Information from Tools list

Changing your passwordPersonal Information

15.Select Change Password

LLN Assessment - BKSB

BKSB

•BKSB is an online intuitive assessment tool for language, literacy and numeracy (LLN). The Australian Government’s long term strategy is to not only educate but also increase levels of all Australians in these three vital areas of learning and as such are now placing a greater emphasis on them.

•It is a government requirement that all students undertake some form of LLN assessment prior to commencing their course. This is meant as a guide for both the learner and trainer as it will highlight the learners strengths and weaknesses. This also gives the trainer valuable information on where the learner may need extra assistance with their course.

•There are two tests which must be undertaken, one for Maths and one for English and at the end of each test you will be given a score ranging from 1 to 5.

•BKSB also has another section for those learners who may wish to improve their Maths and English levels over the length of the course. Please ask your trainer if you would like to undertake this and they can discuss this further with you.

BKSB -Complete User ID and password

Welcome page

You can adjust your profile and avatar

Commence the testing here

Commence the test

Click here to take the test

Click next to agree to terms

The math sample test

Answer here then click next, then continue to the end of the test

Log out when finished

ChecklistHave you:

Read your course information

Understood your visa conditions

Read Complaints & appeals

Watched safety videos

Logged into the Student Portal & completed “Personal Details Update”

Completed Privacy/publicity form

Applied for your USI

Completed BKSB

Please review your self-paced orientation and

student handbook.

These are available to you anytime online:

www.sri.edu.au (Student Portal)

Enjoy your study with SRI