Practical placement, as explained by the Victorian Department of Education and Training, is structured workplace learning that provides students with first hand experience and on the job training relating to their course. It is a fantastic opportunity for students to implement the skills they are learning about, gain confidence with their future role within their chosen industry, develop their job related skills, and to gain an insight into how the industry works before they graduate. FYI Training arranges student’s placements with trusted networks that are reliable and understand what it takes to support students and provide them with the best possible experience. This is to ensure that all FYI Training graduates understand the expectations of the industry and have the confidence and necessary knowledge to provide high quality care in the aged care, disability, and home and community care industries.

Students are required to complete a total of 140 hours of practical placement. Practical placement wi l take place within a nominated aged care facility and/or in a disability service. Candidates are required to successfully pass a National Police Check (and supply FYI Training with a copy of this if it was not completed through FYI Training) prior to the commencement of practical placement as well as an NDIS screening

Placement is structured to allow students to complete their full placement hours during the course dates and is factored into the course duration. Placement is structured in a way to allow students to implement different strategies and techniques that they learn over a period of time. This allows students to build on their knowledge and skills, improving their abilities and confidence. For the placement dates for a specific course, please see the course schedule. Additionally, practical placement is only able to be completed during the week and is unavailable on the weekends (Monday – Friday only). Please note students undertaking placement may be required to produce a record of immunisations prior to commencing work placement. Immunisation Certificates can be obtained from your local General Practitioner.

Please be aware that any cost incurred for any required immunisations will be payable by the student.