6. Access and Equity and Recruitment

6.1 It is the responsibility of all training staff at ITAGC to meet the needs of individuals and the community through the integration of access and equity guidelines. ITAGC will ensure that equity principles for all people are implemented through the fair allocation of resources and the right to equality ofopportunity without discrimination. ITAGC will increase opportunities for people to participate in the vocational education and training system, and in associated decisions, which affect their lives.

6.2 All students are recruited in an ethical, responsible and equitable manner adhering to Equal Opportunity Legislation and consistent with the requirements of the training product.

6.3 Our Access and Equity Policy ensures that student selection decisions comply with equal opportunity legislation.

6.4 Appropriate qualified staff will assess the extent to which the applicant is likely to achieve the unit of competency or outcomes of the course, based on the applicant’s qualifications and competencies, including language, literacy and numeracy.

6.5 ITAGC prohibits discrimination towards any group or individuals in any form, inclusive of:

�� Gender

�� Pregnancy

�� Race, colour, nationality, ethnic or ethno-religious background

�� Marital status

�� Homosexuality (male or female, actual or presumed)

�� Age (in relation to compulsory retirement)Access and equity issues are considered during training package/product development. Access and equity issues are considered in training delivery and assessment.