This worksheet may assist you to make suitable course choices. It works in conjunction with Worksheet: Identifying employment goals and related courses.

Step 1

Look at the courses short-listed in Worksheet: Identifying employment goals and related courses that match your career and employment goals. Contact the course coordinator for each course and ask the following questions.

Question 1 - What are the entry requirements for the course? For example, portfolios of
work, audition, tests, statement of personal competencies, special entry requirements or
work experience.	___________________________________________________________________________ Question 2 - Is credit given for prior knowledge, work experience and/or skills for certain
subjects that make up the course?	___________________________________________________________________________ Question 3 - How do I apply for the course? When is the closing date for applications?	___________________________________________________________________________ Question 4 - Does the course have requirements or components for which supports/accommodations
would need to be discussed? For example, industry placements, field trips, manual handling and
heavy lifting, the use of power tools, or hazardous chemicals.	___________________________________________________________________________ Question 5 - Can the course be undertaken full time, part time, three quarter time, online,
externally or by a combination of these study modes?	___________________________________________________________________________ Question 6 - Do I need to complete other subjects or a bridging program to prepare for this
course?	___________________________________________________________________________ Question 7 - After graduating does the law require professional registration to work or
practice in the area? If yes, what must I do to become registered?	___________________________________________________________________________

Step 2

Once you have identified the courses you will apply for, contact the disability advisor at the education provider. They will advise you on the different services that you require based on the content of the course and your disability. For example, note takers, accessible venues, adjustable work benches or adaptive technology. Refer to Worksheet: Questions to ask the Disability Advisor.

Step 3

After speaking to the course coordinator ask yourself the following questions:

Question 1 - What is the best entry pathway for me if the course has multiple entry pathways? For example, a portfolio of work, audition, work experience or test.	________________________________________________________________________ Question 2 - Does the course offer the study mode that best suits me?	________________________________________________________________________ Question 3 - What supports/adjustments would I require to undertake this course?	________________________________________________________________________ Question 4 - Are these supports/adjustments reasonable adjustments?	__________________________________________________________________________________