Code of Conduct

Access and Equity.

To maximise access, participation and outcomes for all trainees and apprentices who apply for a New Apprenticeship training position with HTA.

In particular HTA seeks to encourage apprentice/trainees with physical and/or intellectual disabilities to access and enrol in funded training.

This policy is based on the following principles:

Equity for all people through the fair allocation of resources and involvement in vocational education and training.
Equality of opportunity within the system for all people.
Access for all applicants to appropriate, quality vocational education and training programs and services and
Increased opportunity for people to participate in the VET system.

With these principles forming the basis for action, the objectives are:

To incorporate access and equity principles and practices in key processes which affect the outcomes for Participants and clients in the VET system, e.g. design of training packages and staff development.
To achieve equitable access to vocational educational and training services and programs for all present and potential Participants and clients.
To increase participation in relevant decision-making processes within the VET system from people from under-represented groups.
To encourage positive outcomes for Participants and clients of vocational education and training by developing processes that will enable them to participate successfully in the VET system.
To develop quality support services which enhance clients and Participant’s chances to achieve positive outcomes.