Student Handbook

Students must be proficient at reading, writing and speaking English to benefit from and comply with training and assessment. Further information or assistance regarding support services may be found by contacting the following organisations:

• The English Language Company
• Reading and Writing Hotline
• Centrelink
• Centrelink career services (myfuture.edu.au)

AIF offers a flexible study environment with On-Campus, Online, and Blended study options. Please ensure you choose the right study option to suit you on enrolment.

AIF is committed to integrating access and equity principles within all services provided to students. We recognise the rights of students and provide information, advice and support that is consistent with our core business values and code of practice. More information can be found in the policy document below.

AIF has a culture of academic integrity, which is supported by its Academic Misconduct Policy and Procedure.

An applicant or an enrolled student may appeal any decision made by AIF about them. For further information, please see the policy document below.

If you have a concern during your time with us, and this isn't resolved in the Student Handbook, please submit a complaint, which will be sent directly to our National Office and will be treated with confidentiality. For further information, please see the policy document below.

AIF issues qualifications from nationally endorsed training packages, demonstrated through a formal competency based assessment process. Certificates are issued within 30 days of successful completion of all training and assessment activities, and after all course fees are paid. AIF may require the return of a certificate if it was found to be obtained dishonestly or where there was an error. For further information, please see the policy document below.

AIF recognises competencies you may have acquired through other training, work or life experience. If you would like to apply for recognition speak to the Careers team at your campus.

Entry Requirements

Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who hold the following units of competency or units that have been superseded by these units:

The SIS Training Package specifies that entry into the Certificate IV Fitness qualification "…is open to individuals who hold a current first aid and CPR certificate…"

Australian-based students — three pathways to meet this requirement:

• 1The AIF student is enrolled in the Master Trainer 15.2 or Remedial Massage Therapist 15.2 program, and completes Provide First Aid with their class, as scheduled on the Course Outline. They are awarded HLTAID003.
• 2The AIF student wishes to apply for credit transfer or recognition of prior learning (RPL), as they have completed Provide First Aid with another provider and are able to present an original or certified copy of their Statement of Attainment with the Unit of Competency (UOC) HLTAID003 or HLTAID011. A representative of AIF must contact the issuing provider to verify the qualification.
• 3The AIF student wishes to apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL), based on their professional experiences (for e.g., a Registered Nurse or Paramedic). In this instance, the student will enter the 'assessment only' pathway; they must complete all the assessments for the UOC (Knowledge Checks and practical demonstrations), but are not required to attend the in-class sessions.

Internationally-based students — two pathways to meet this requirement:

• 1The AIF student completes Provide First Aid with another Australian provider, and provides an original or certified copy of their Statement of Attainment with the UOC HLTAID003 seeking credit transfer or UOC HLTAID011 seeking recognition of prior learning (RPL). A representative of AIF must contact the issuing provider to verify the qualification.
• 2The AIF student completes a first aid and CPR qualification in their country of residence, and provides the original Statement of Attainment as well as a course description demonstrating that the qualification they have completed is comparable to HLTAID003. Note: this instance does not trigger either RPL or credit transfer.

For any inquiries regarding cancellation or further assistance, please reach out to our support team. We are here to help.

If you change your mind, you can cancel this agreement without penalty for up to 10 business days, commencing from the first business day after the agreement was signed (cool off). After the cooling off period expires, the standard refund policy will apply.

AIF offers a range of flexible payment options to suit your circumstances. For information and advice on getting started in your new career, we encourage you to enquire with our Careers team.

All students undertaking nationally recognised training delivered by a registered training organisation will need to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). For more information about the Unique Student Identifier, including how to create your own, visit www.usi.gov.au.

VET Student Loans (VSL) in Australia

VET Student Loans (VSL) are government loans designed to assist eligible students in covering the cost of tuition for approved vocational education and training (VET) courses in Australia. With VSL, you can focus on gaining industry-relevant skills without the burden of upfront fees. The loan is repaid through the tax system once your income meets the repayment threshold.

To qualify, you need to meet citizenship and residency requirements, be enrolled in an approved course with an approved provider and maintain academic progress.

For more information on VET Student Loans, including eligibility, application steps, and repayment details, contact us here to speak with our team or visit the Australian Government's VET Student Loans website for further reading.