College Courses in Melbourne

Hales Institute, Melbourne:
Hales Institute, located in Melbourne, Victoria, Eastern Australia, is a private provider of TAFE programs offering Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses such as Hospitality (Commercial Cookery or Patisserie), Hairdressing, Information Technology (Multimedia or Networking). Established in 1910, Hales Institute has developed a reputation for excellence and become a modern and responsive educational institution. The Hales Institute emphasis is on student-centred learning, helping students to discover their own learning styles, to understand their motivation and to acquire effective study skills that will be valuable throughout their lives. From the centuries-old traditions of French cuisine to the modern practices of business management, the Advance Diploma of Hospitality Management will provide you with both hands on practical and theoretical training across a broad spectrum of hospitality industry.

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Business:
Business will further develop students’ practical skills and knowledge in a number of functional areas of an organization, including administration, recordkeeping, marketing, human resources, management and business development. Students will learn how to prepare basic accounts, manage budgets, plan and control projects as well as manage and develop teams. Students will also gain skills to recruit select and induct people into an organization and provide a safe work environment.

Diploma of Business:

* Certificate IV in Business
* Certificate II in Business

Certificate II in Business as an introduction to business and the workplace, gives students basic, practical skills which can be used in any office environment. Graduates of this course may seek further studies, or take a first step towards their future career. You´ll learn about computer operations, workplace communication, occupational health and safety, and customer service.

Certificate IV in Business focuses on more advanced essential office skills for a role in an office environment. Graduates will be able to perform a range of operational and administrative duties.

Diploma of Business will further develop students’ practical skills and knowledge in a number of functional areas of an organization, including administration, recordkeeping, marketing, human resources, management and business development. Students will learn how to prepare basic accounts, manage budgets, plan and control projects as well as manage and develop teams. Students will also gain skills to recruit select and induct people into an organization and provide a safe work environment.

Classes are taught in a combination of lecture, tutorial and practical sessions.

Study Pathways
In accordance with the Australian Qualification Framework, graduates of a Hales Institute Diploma may be accepted into any Australian university. Hales Institute accepts Australian Qualifications Framework(AQF) statements of attainment by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). Credit exemptions will be given for units where appropriate certification is produced.

Professional Recognition
This Diploma of Business is a formal qualification recognised throughout Australia.

Duration
Diploma: 50 weeks (includes holidays), full time

Certificate IV: 26 weeks (includes holidays), full time

Certificate II: 10 weeks, full time

Please note: Part time study is not available to international students.

Assessment
Assessment is continuous throughout the course and is based on student participation, demonstration and application of both practical and theoretical elements. Assessment may include examinations, essay/reports, presentations, group projects, research projects or observation.

Entrance Requirements
Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years and have and a holder of Australian year 11 or equivalent. Direct entry into Certificate II in Business course requires IELTS band 5.0 or equivalent. Direct entry into Certificate IV or Diploma of Business course requires IELTS band 5.5 or equivalent.

Information Technology:
Today’s world of Multimedia development is exciting and innovative. So many of the world’s communication applications today are based on this Information Technology.The qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in designing, developing, utilising and securing multimedia. This allows for work to be sought in the area of online services or multimedia development

The course initiates and develops skills in a supportive environment with Industry experienced trainers focused on the development and learning of the student. This personal and attentive format provides the best opportunity for development and individual achievement.

This course incorporates the following course(s);
- Certificate IV in Information Technology (Multimedia)

Decsription:
Today’s world of multimedia development is exciting and innovative. So many of the world’s communication applications today are based on information technology. The qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in designing, developing, utilising and securing multimedia. This allows for work to be sought in the area of online services or multimedia development.

The course initiates and develops skills in a supportive environment with industry experienced trainers focused on the development and learning of the student. This personal and attentive format provides the best opportunity for development and individual achievement.

Hospitality:
* Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management
* Certificate IV in Hospitality

Do you want to become a sought after member of the hospitality industry? Then Hales Institute's internationally renowned Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management with majors in either Commercial Cookery or Patisserie is the course for you.

From the centuries-old traditions of French cuisine to the modern practices of business management, the Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management will provide you with both hands on practical experience and theoretical training covering a broad spectrum of the hospitality industry. Course materials are constantly revised and updated to reflect changing industry requirements.

All course are conducted by industry qualified instructors - dedicated professionals who work closely with you to ensure you fully understand the course work and are able to apply your studies in practical ways. Classes are held across multiple, well equipped off-site kitchen campuses and in on-site theory facilities.

Over the duration of the course, you will develop a number of advanced skills, including quality management, communications, supervision, customer service, marketing, sales and team development.

Our Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management and Certificate IV in Hospitality (in either Commercial Cookery or Patisserie) courses can help you open doors.

Hairdressing:
Hairdressing is firmly established in one of Australia’s ever expanding industries of today. Careers in this industry now cover placements in-house in Hotels, private and commercial spa and resorts, and of course salons that cover the latest in hair fashion. This career brings variety and choice as the student takes with them a set of skills and knowledge that can be used almost anywhere.

The course provides students with progressive skill development in an environment that encourages growth and creativity. The highly skilled trainers provide individual attention and feedback to ensure student improvement, and as with Hales other courses , the practical element is combined with the theory of management specific to the industry to prepare students for advancement in their chosen careers.