QCPCA

Australian Council of State School Organisation (ACSSO) National Update

By Margaret Black (outgoing ACSSO VP)

As we approach the Federal Election the Australian Council of State Schools Organisation (ACSSO) has developed an election strategy which will ensure that all political party policies on Education is available on the ACSSO website. Parents need to work at the local level to ascertain what the priorities are and push that agenda through your P&C to QCPCA.

At the recent DEST seminar in Canberra we met with the Federal Minister and those attending the meeting were left in no doubt that National Consistency remains to the “front” of the Federal Agenda. We are already seeing testing, media around National Curriculum and year 12 certificate to mention just a couple of items. What affect will that have on State Education, as we know it today? QCPCA would like to hear your comments on this and invite P&Cs to write to us with your thoughts.

We are still waiting to see if Investing in our Schools will continue after the election. ACSSO is hopeful that an announcement will be made before the Election advising that it will continue.

QCPCA will host the 2008 National Conference in Brisbane. This is a great opportunity for P&Cs to attend the National Conference at a time when decisions made at a national level will affect all children. We will advise more information in a later issue of Parent Talk and hopefully we will see a large number of people attend.

There were approx 2,400 replies to the survey for Students with Disabilities. It seems that portability of funding was not as important as the amount of funding. Focus on student outcomes, involve parents, students, schools etc as a team, funding for teacher PD were some of the findings from the survey. There is still no agreement on definitions between the States and Territories.

As I end my 3 year term as QCPCA’s national representative to ACSSO I believe that the next few years will see major changes in the State Education system as we now know it. QCPCA through ACSSO needs your comments and we encourage you to write to us outlining your support, concerns or ask any questions that you want us to discuss and take forward on your behalf.

At the recent AGM of QCPCA Dianne Loddon was elected as your new ACSSO representative. I know Di will do a great job on your behalf and I wish her all the best.

Cycas Circus in Far North Queensland

Cycas Circus is the Far North’s first high school circus troupe. The troupe of 20 was formed 3 years ago by founder and director, Patti Burnheim, a Drama teacher from Smithfield State High School. The students incorporate circus, drama and dance skills with lights, costume and sound to create a unique performance. Trained by local professionals in weekly workshops and daily rehearsals, the students are developing circus and acrobalance skills, along with building self-confidence and team work. They have just returned from Western Australia where they participated in the Margaret River Circus Festival and are presently touring locally with their performances.

The spirit and purpose of Cycas Circus is to educate, inform and inspire youth to accomplish something positive for themselves by 'acting and thinking differently'. It aims to create an interactive experience that encourages young people to value team work and appreciate a love for physical activity. Cycas Circus fosters communication skills and assists students to achieve their unique potential. The skills they develop are not only physical, but self-discipline and confidence building, promoting positive self-esteem. It brings students of all ages, sizes and abilities together, enhancing their growth and development physically, mentally, emotionally and socially.

Cycas Circus evokes active as opposed to passive minds and bodies, being another element of alternative physical fitness for those involved. Workshops are provided by Mrs. Burnheim and local professionals from the Northern Circus Alliance in the areas of stilt walking, unicycling, diabolos, poi, plates, manipulation, contortion, fire twirling, flower sticks, juggling, trapeze, silks, hula hoops, acrobalance and much more. Once skills have been developed, a show is choreographed with music and special lighting and media effects in order to produce a spell-bounding innovated work of art for a variety of audiences.

Cycas Circus has an impact on the school and community by creating positive opportunities for young people while enhancing their self-esteem and leadership capabilities, allowing for creative opportunities and physical fitness. As there are limited opportunities for young people in Far North Queensland to get involved in any form of the arts, the circus allows students to work with professionals from diverse areas, while broadening their knowledge and performance skills as well as enhancing their cultural experience. Those who have hidden talents are encouraged to display and develop them as well as learn new talents. Shows are performed not only within the school, but at local events, festivals, community parks, shopping centres and theatres, giving the students a broad range of audiences and venues.

To compete in today’s world, young Queenslanders need exciting and flexible learning opportunities. Our circus not only identifies the needs of the students, but those of the local community, families and the arts. It creates alternative entertainment for those who too readily become engaged with the non educational and inappropriate aspects of television and technology. It keeps kids off the streets and gives them a support group which is non competitive and makes no judgements or distinctions. Families get involved as well as local businesses. It is an inclusive environment and produces a troupe of dedicated and committed students, eager to share and showcase their talents.

Meet our State Officers and National QCPCA Representatives

Charles Alder: State Vice President (Met West Region)

I am married with 4 children and operate my own business.

I have been involved with Calamvale Community College P&C for a number of years and P&C’s for 6 years.I initially became involved because I wanted to contribute and make a difference in the system for the benefit of mine and ultimately all children. I was recently elected as President for Met West Regional Council and look forward to raising and dealing with issues relevant to our community.

Through my role as State Vice President I hope to continue to assist QCPCA in providing effective communication, information and ideas to P&C’s and be seen to be leading us to our goals.

 

 

Cathy Newcombe: State Vice President (Wide Bay Region)

I am married and I have a daughter at University and a son in year nine. I have 6 step children from my husband’s first marriage,13 grandchildren and one great grandchild with another one on the way.

I became involved with P&C’s when my daughter started at Pre-school as part of the Pre-school parent group, then went on to the P&C when my daughter was in grade two. I work as a School Crossing Supervisor at my Primary School; I am also President of our local Bus committee.

Over the years that I have been involved with P&C’s and QCPCA, I have seen and been a part of some interesting and exciting changes within Education, for example the Queensland Certificate of Education. I am looking forward to representing all of our affiliates during 2007/2008.

 

Margaret Leary: State Treasurer (Peninsula Region)

I am married and have 2 children and work as a Tuckshop Manager.

I have been involved in P&C’s for over 10 years and have held every position over this time. I became involved in P&C’s because I am passionate about ensuring children in schools have positive learning environments that provide quality outcomes.

I am currently Peninsula Regional President and through our team we try to ensure that P&C’s have the knowledge to undertake their roles and assist them to build strong communities within their own schools and networks. I believe parents can make a real difference to the Educational environment through working with P&C’s and school communities and as State Treasurer I look forward to assisting P&C’s across Queensland achieve their goals.

 

Kaye Harth: State Secretary (Darling Downs Region)

I am married and have 3 children and work as a Teacher Aide.

I have been involved in P&C’s for the past 22 years and am passionate about parents having a voice in education and participating within schools for the benefit of their children.I have held many positions on the P&C over the years and through QCPCA have been able to take the voice of parents to Principal selection and showcase panels, to name only a few, and am excited about doing the same through my State role as State Secretary.

P&C’s are about team effort and working to achieve goals in partnership with the school to provide extras for students.

 

 

Dianne Loddon: ACSSO Vice President(South Coast Region)

(The Australian Council of State School Organisations)

I am married and have 2 children and 2 grandchildren; I want to make sure that they get a great education in the State system.I got involved in the P&C when my children were still at school and then when they finished I took some time off for good behaviour. When my first granddaughter came along I went back to being involved in the P&C, as I wanted to make sure that she got a great state education.

I have always been involved in my school's P&C as I do have 1600 children to look after, in my role as the Community Liaison Officer at Robina SHS, and make sure that they get a great State School education.

I became involved at State Level as I could see that QCPCA made a difference when I was President of the region. Education Queensland was listening to QCPCA and I can see how that has continued to improve over the years, I saw this more when I became State Secretary and I look forward to the next year representing the State at the National Forums.

P&C Insurance - Are You Covered?

Well it is that time of year again when tuckshops are running down stock for the holiday period and stocktakes are being undertaken in uniform shops. This would be an opportunity to see if extra coverage on insurance is needed for this period of time or to make arrangements so you do not have to face an insurance claim after the holidays.

Please be aware that QCPCA will be sending your P&C Insurance Invoices and other information that needs to be actioned in early February. So if you are not continuing in your role on the Executive please ensure that this package is given to the incoming Executive to action.

Some frequently asked insurance questions.

How does the P&C determine the amount of property cover required?

Equipment used for P&C fundraising and P&C business purposes needs to be covered by the Associations insurance. The P&C Association is responsible for the following:

• Items of saleable stock including food in the tuckshop and uniforms, books and stationery.
• Fete equipment.
• Assembly hall/activities buildings equipment used for P&C purposes.
• Borrowed, purchased or leased equipment used for P&C fundraising and functions.
• Money
• Computer or other office equipment used by the P&C Executive to do accounts, minutes etc.

The P&C should have a detailed and up to date list of all equipment and stock either owned by them, or for which they have assumed responsibility.

All items purchased by the P&C Association and not intended for use by the P&C Association for fundraising or their business becomes the property of the Corporation of the Minister for Education, in consequence of the Education (General Provisions) Act 2006 and Education (General Provisions) Regulation 2006.

P&C Assets should be EDQUIPED. In case of fire or other calamity, the central computer record can produce a list of equipment for the school to assist in the replacement procedure. This includes P&C assets. Putting P&C Assets on the EDQUIP Register does not take away the P&C’s responsibility for the equipment and assets purchased for use by the P&C in carrying out its business.

Can the P&C increase property cover for a set period of time and not the whole year? Eg increase in uniform stocks between November and January.

Generally, the increase is calculated on a pro rata basis, to provide an increase for a specified period or to allow for seasonal stock increases.

The freezer in the tuckshop was accidentally turned off – can the P&C claim the food that was spoiled?

The P&C can lodge a claim for food spoilage and cover is provided in accordance with the policy terms and conditions. P&C Association’s should do their utmost to ensure that power points to fridges and freezers are well protected from accidental turning off. Also P&C’s should empty fridges and freezers over extended holiday periods to reduce the risk of this type of claim.

P&C's Recruiting Volunteers

Some hints and tips for your P&C, the effort is worth it.

• If the procedure for recruiting volunteers is not working, stop doing it and try something new!
• For example, we often look for long term volunteers – change strategy to aim for short term volunteering. Baby boomers in your school (1946 – 1963) invented stress and the feeling of ‘not enough time’! Perhaps you need to target different age groups differently. The “Y” generation, the parents you are dealing with now will need a different approach.
• The Number 1 reason people volunteer is because they were asked personally!
• When it is time for a volunteer to leave- let them go – with thanks! – they will pass on good words about working in that environment. If you hold on to them for another 5 years – they will pass on bad news – don’t volunteer for the P&C, they’ll burn you out!
• The whole box and dice. Don’t think about recruitment as a stand-alone issue. Everything your P&C does impacts on how successful you’ll be at recruiting volunteers. The image you present to the public; the type of work you allocate to volunteers; how your paid staff treat your volunteers; and the training, supervision and recognition you give them must all be part of your recruitment plan.
• The right consistency. The best way to build people’s confidence in you and the P&C is to consistently do the right thing by them. Always acknowledge and listen to others, always do what you say you’ll do, and aim to even exceed people’s expectations. Build up their confidence in you so that they feel it will reflect well on them to recommend you to others.
• Customer service. To succeed in business, you need to provide excellent customer service. The same approach is needed in volunteer recruitment. Often, organisations are concerned only with the quality of their service to clients. Extend this service philosophy to your volunteers and treat them as valued customers.
• From the horse’s mouth. Who better to advise you about attracting volunteers than your current volunteers? A creative brainstorming workshop with your volunteers, examining the ‘good, bad and ugly’ of your recruitment and retainment methods can answer questions on what works, what doesn’t and what could be improved. Don’t stop at a workshop – involve them in developing your recruitment strategies and future volunteer requirements
• Ensure that there is a very clear understanding of what is considered success in a specific project or assignment. Desired outcomes are often never explained or are presented as vague generalisations to volunteers. Clearly defined outcomes allow volunteers to measure and reaffirm their achievements.
• Ensure that the culture and climate of your P&C inspires volunteers to take pride in the contribution they are making. Volunteers who feel good about what they do and what they contribute are obviously far more likely to stay. Such intrinsic rewards are a very powerful ‘pull’ towards greater commitment.
• Don’t drag volunteers into meetings, incurring travel time and expenses and diverting time away from task-orientated activities, unless absolutely necessary. Consider the possibilities offered by new technologies. Also are you emailing out your minutes, agenda and financial statements to all P&C members instead of printing countless hard copies for meetings?
• Sometimes it’s not what you are doing that is turning people off, but something that you are not doing. Every so often, ask your volunteers if there is something more the P&C could be doing to make their volunteering easier.
• Don’t buy into the loud protests of members of the ‘old guard’ who cling to outdated procedures because ‘that’s the way we’ve always done it’. Change is always difficult to accept, but if something isn’t working, don’t persist. After all, ‘if you keep on doing what you’ve always done, you’ll keep on getting what you’ve always got’!
• Focusing on the amount of time required of volunteers to help your P&C is one way of utilizing volunteers. Another way is to focus more on talent and to identify how volunteers can use their talents. For example, knowing someone has skills as a journalist may mean that instead of trying to get them on the fundraising committee, you have them use their talents by writing press releases and newsletters. The concentration is often of the task to be completed rather than the time involved. Reward not only quantity of time, but also quality of time.
• Giving public recognition to your volunteers is not just about them. It’s also about blowing the trumpet for your P&C – it’s an excellent way of gaining  publicity. It can be a win-win for all, as it keeps the good works and efforts of your volunteers and your organisation in the public eye.

(Extract from Count On Me! Ideas on Retaining, Recognizing and Rewarding Volunteers by Dr Judy Esmond, Ph.D. www.morevolunteers.com)

QCPCA What services we do provide to you

By Kim MacKander

QCPCA is a community organisation which represents the interests of state school Parents and Citizens Associations throughout Queensland. It has a history of 60 years service to school communities.

QCPCA provides a personalised information service to all P&C’s, and supports parents, staff, principals and members of Education Queensland where possible.

Our core business is to improve educational outcomes for state school students by representing our policy to Education Qld, the community and government, and by supporting P&C’s in schools.

Why is there a State Office?

We are the Administrative centre for Operations Support Unit as well as the P&C Customer Service Centre and State meeting venue. We are located in Brisbane so we have close access to Education QLD for meetings and discussions.

State Office is home to the Operations Support Unit that exists to:

• Serve the needs of P&C affiliates.
• Provide administrative support to Officers, State Executive, Regional and Branch teams.
• Be your “customer service centre”, providing advice, information, assistance and encouragement to P&C Associations statewide.
• Refer you to the experts if we do not know the answer

The Ops Unit Team comprises:

• Greg Donaldson – Executive Officer

• Madonna Stewart - Finance, Insurance and Membership Administrator

• Bob Hallett - IT Administrator

• Kim MacKander - Publications and Projects Administrator

• Wayne Chalmers – Marketing and PR Administrator

• Sarah Simpson – Administration Trainee

Regional Council’s role

Regional Councils have a responsibility to know, uphold and advance QCPCA Policy. QCPCA Policy is the document that sets out the decisions of affiliates across Queensland regarding policy areas. State, Regional and Branch delegates are obliged to respond from our policy when representing QCPCA (even if this may differ from the views of the individual person or school).

Either through the Branch or directly, Regions should maintain contact with P&C’s in its area. Regional Council members should work towards identifying local needs and provide the means to satisfy those needs while working within the bounds of the QCPCA Policy and Constitution

State Executives role

Members of the State Executive team are an integral part of the QCPCA Board. They are part of the team, which is running a large business.

The role of the State Executive within the organisation is to: -

• Carry out the instructions of State Council
• Provide strategic leadership for the organisation
• Promote QCPCA policy and
• Monitor the operations of the organisation

 

The Board determines the strategic direction of the organisation. Effective implementation of strategic and other decisions with state wide implications requires a commitment and solidarity of purpose on behalf of each member.

Teamwork is a key element in achieving quality outcomes.

The duly elected State Executive member’s role is to take a strategic, organisational view of the state and make decisions that are relevant and beneficial for the whole organisation and all the affiliates throughout Queensland. In this role, they will bring with them views and experiences they have from their Region, which assist them and other members of the team in forming an across-the-board state perspective.

Smart Moves Released

(Information supplied by Education Qld)

The Smart Moves - Physical Activity Programs in Queensland State Schools is a State Government initiative involving the Department of Education, Training and the Arts; the Department of Local Government, Planning, Sport and Recreation and Queensland Health. Smart Moves ensures all Queensland state school students engage in physical activity each day, and will be integrated within curriculum time.

It is widely recognised that physical activity is essential for good health and wellbeing and that physically active children are more likely to become physically active adults. Engaging in physical activity at school enhances students' educational outcomes, supports their personal development and promotes lifelong active lifestyles. State schools and teachers have a critical role in ensuring the increased participation of physical activity and in improving the quality of physical activity delivered to all Queensland state school students.

The Smart Moves - Physical Activity Programs in Queensland State Schools is underpinned by a set of principles and consists of six key components to guide the development of a Physical Activity Action Plan in each Queensland state school.

The Ministerial Review Report and Smart Moves are available to download from the following links:

• Ministerial Review Report: Future Development of School Sport and Physical Activity: http://education.qld.gov.au/schools/healthy/docs/review-future-development.pdf
• Smart Moves - Physical Activity Programs in Queensland State Schools: http://education.qld.gov.au/schools/healthy/docs/smart-moves-web.pdf

State Conference and AGM Wrap Up

Crossing Divides for Quality Education

P&C delegates, Education Qld Personnel, QCPCA Life members and guests from far and wide attended the 58th Annual General Meeting and State Conference held at Chinchilla on 7 – 9 September 2007.

When delegates arrived at the Chinchilla Cultural Centre on Friday, they were amazed at the centre’s transformation into an outback setting including a 4 metre high windmill on the stage. Well done to South West Region for their creativity and hard work, you all deserve a million thanks!

Ms Bonny Barry, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Education officially opened the conference but it was the school performances that stole the show. With performances by members of the Chinchilla State High School Concert Band and the Miles State School Choir, it is always great to see the talent and pride shown by our school communities.

Friday afternoon saw our keynote speaker Bruce Sullivan get everyone pumped and switched on for a great conference. Bruce’s message was a simple one: “Don’t waste your energies on the negatives instead focus on the positives”.

The Chinchilla Shire Council hosted the Friday evening Welcome Reception which was our themed “Fancy Hat” party, and we saw some weird and wonderful hats come out for the night. Students from the Chinchilla State School entertained the guests plus we danced the night away to the sounds of local Miles band “40-Zone”.

Saturday we were down to the business side of the AGM. It was out with the “old” and in with the “new” as new Executive Officers were elected. Outgoing President Brett Devenish handed over the reigns to Margaret Black (for your new Regional Teams and State Executive visit www.qcpca.org.au under Regional Links).

As usual, our AGM covered a variety of topics with each being discussed with passion and an underlying motive of trying to improve the education outcomes of state school students. Well done to all those who contributed.

Saturday night was the official conference dinner held at the Chinchilla RSL. Everyone enjoyed the celebrations and our MC Andrew Dixon kept us all in a good mood with his unlimited supply of jokes. We must acknowledge both Wanda Lambert who was awarded QCPCA State Life Membership and Madonna Stewart who was awarded a QCPCA Outstanding Service award. Thanks to Auctioneer Kev Fenton, guests participated in a lively (and extremely funny) auction of miniature windmills (made by Roma State College Senior School and Surat SS) that raised approx. $1700 for the schools.

Sunday was our workshop day. Delegates had to wake up bright-eyed and bushy- tailed to learn from the variety of guest speakers on subjects including: Service Learning – Values in Action by Keith Wilson and Adolescence…the best of times the worst of times by Susan Hearfield. While Regional Executive teams work shopped “Building Great Relationships”.

A big thank you must go to PixiFoto School Photography for their outstanding contribution in taking all our photos at the conference. Shaun and Thurid were extremely professional but still managed to really enjoy themselves. We have now started to build a professional photo library that will capture all our special moments forever.

Thank you also to our Major sponsors Marsh Pty Ltd (Insurance Brokers), Pixi Foto School Photography, Chinchilla Shire Council and [U1]other sponsors, Riversands Winery, Australian School & Club Fundraising Specialists, Mars Fundraising, DORE, QIEC Super, SDS (Stationery Suppliers), Fergies Printers, Suncorp Insurance, AIG Insurance, Liberty International Underwriters, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Quality Hotel Airport International, Commonwealth Bank, Angelart for their support.

The conference closed midday Sunday to the sounds of skipping and applause as the Roma State College “Ripper Skippers” stole the show! Education Queensland’s Regional Executive Director, Mr Mike Ludwig, closed the conference on a positive note by acknowledging the great partnership between P&C’s and State Schools.

If you couldn’t make this years conference hopefully we’ll see you all at Gympie for the 2008 AGM and State Conference.

Taxation Update

By Col Perryman

GST Registered P&C’s:

When the GST commenced back in July 2000 we were advised that to claim a GST credit you needed to have a valid Tax Invoice. There were also $ limits at which Tax Invoices needed to contain certain elements. The GST-inclusive dollar values thresholds back then were $55 and $1000 at which those elements applied to.

Since 1 July 2007 the lower value threshold has changed from $55 to $82.50. The elements required for a valid tax invoice have remained unchanged. They are:

Element	Tax Invoice between $82.50 and $1000	Tax Invoice more than $1000
Supplier's ABN	Required	Required
GST Inclusive price of taxable supply	Required	Required
The words 'Tax Invoice' prominently stated	Required	Required
Date of issue of Tax Invoice	Required	Required
Name of supplier	Required	Required
Name of recipient	Not required	Required
Address or ABN of recipient	Not required	Required
Brief description of each thing supplied	Required	Required
Quantity of goods or extent of services supplied	Not required	Required
When GST payable is exactly 1/11th of the total price, either a statement "The total price includes GST" or the GST amount shown separately	Required	Required

Note: A valid Tax Invoice needs only to be issued by a P&C for supplies of goods and/or services provided by the P&C where the supply includes a GST charge. A Tax Invoice is not required to be issued for GST-free supplies, input taxed supplies or those made by Non-Profit Sub-Entities (NPSE). For these supplies an invoice is sufficient that includes the ABN of the P&C.

All P&C’s

When receiving an invoice from another business care must be taken to ensure that the document has the ABN of the supplier. If it does not then your P&C may be required to withhold tax from the payment where the amount payable is greater than $75 GST-exclusive.

The exceptions to this rule have not changed from before. They are:

• A completed statement by a supplier form is provided (NAT 3346 - ATO website);
• The supply is one that would be input taxed;
• Is made by a person/ entity from overseas who does not operate a business in Australia.

It is important that P&C’s actively check that an ABN is provided on all invoices received. The ATO has the authority to penalise any business that does not withhold where it must. The penalty is 10 penalty units for each occurrence. A penalty unit is currently $110. Therefore the penalty for not withholding when you should is $1100 per invoice.

The withholding rate has also changed from 48.5% to 46.5%. This change was effective from 1 July 2006. If you have a situation where the ABN is not quoted or you feel it is not correctly quoted then you should call the Corporate Taxation Unit of Education Qld on 1300 656 380 for advice.

Term 4 Diary Notes for P&C's

• Succession training should have begun for those retiring from Executive positions
• P&C planning for the next year should have begun including P&C Marketing and volunteer recruitment.
• Set goals and objectives for the next year
• Review fundraising calendar for the next year
• Draft P&C business plans – AOP and budget
• P&C involved in school AOP and budget discussions
• Start preparing audit materials
• Stocktake of goods for insurance – reduce stock. If an increase in uniforms may need to increase insurance
• Insurance audit – review all P&C assets and ensure insurance coverage is adequate
• At the end of the year get the books to the auditor
• Shutdown checklists for tuckshops, uniform shops and bookshops are ready.
• Ensure all Executive folders have documents in them that new Executive need access to.
• Celebrate the year’s success with all volunteers and also school staff - you are all a team.

Treasure Your Treasurer - A new Training Program for P&C Treasurers

By Greg Donaldson

On 10 October a group of 18 current and aspiring P&C Treasurers commenced a pilot program at Brisbane North Institute of TAFE, to learn the essential skills of a P&C Treasurer’s role.

Our own State Executive member, Kathy Reimers, from Met East Region is participating and she was blown away by the enthusiasm shown by everyone in attendance.

“I knew this program would be well received, but I could not believe the enthusiasm of the group, from the very first night,” Kathy said. “Not only is this program an invaluable learning experience, but it also provides fantastic networking opportunities for all attendees, so people don’t think they are on their own.”

The program was developed through a collaboration of QCPCA and Faculty Director, Bev Childs and her team at Brisbane North TAFE. Its aim is to provide a range of financial skills to P&C Treasurers and give them confidence to undertake this often complex and mystifying role.

Ranging over a 10-week period, the program will conclude in December, with successful participants receiving a Statement of Attainment for the modules they successfully complete. The modules are accredited units of certificate courses and the participants have the option of continuing with further study if they wish.

The skills learned through the program will not only benefit participants in their P&C role, but also in their personal lives - in their current employment or as part of their CV when they are looking to move back into the workforce.

We expect that once the pilot is evaluated and proven a success that it will be offered at TAFE colleges statewide in 2008.