Course Components – The Program consists of four (4) components:
- Component 1. Orientation
- Component 2. Class Modules
- Component 3. Internship Placement & ACS PE Online*
- Component 4. Graduation
*Students are also required to complete six (6) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours by attending ACS approved events.
Component 1: Orientation
Danford College Orientation – Approx. 2 hours
- Overview of the Professional Year Program, timelines, objectives/outcomes and expectations
- Explanation of the mentoring/coaching to be provided
- Overview of the work placement logistics, legalities, roles & responsibilities, etc.
- Attendance and participation requirements
- Overview of the recruitment scene in Australia
ACS PY Program Online Orientation – 1 Week (Between weeks 1 to 7)
All PY students will receive a one-year ACS membership automatically when they enroll for the PY Program at Danford College. This membership will allow you to be registered to The ACS PY Online Orientation, which will provide information on course outcomes and expectations to complete the Program successfully and how to complete six (6) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours and Internship placement.
Component 2: Class Modules
Students will complete 8 Module components for the duration of 32 weeks or 256 hours.
| Module 1 (CPW1) – Navigating the Australian Workplace | |
|---|---|
| Recognise Australian workplace culture and customs | Unit 1 |
| Undertake ethical decision-making and understand impact on the individual, organisation, profession and community | Unit 2 |
| Explore the information technology function within broader organisational functions | Unit 3 |
| Module 2 (CPW2) – Ensuring Workplace Health and Safety | |
|---|---|
| Create an effective curriculum vitae (CV) and covering letter | Unit 1 |
| Develop an effective career network | Unit 2 |
| Understand oneself and career planning | Unit 3 |
| Create career plan including goal- setting Manage Personal Career Development | Unit 4 |
| Module 3 (CPW3) – Manage Personal Career Development | |
|---|---|
| Create an effective curriculum vitae (CV) and covering letter | Unit 1 |
| Develop an effective career network | Unit 2 |
| Understand oneself and career planning | Unit 3 |
| Create career plan including goal- setting Manage Personal Career Development | Unit 4 |
| Module 4 (EAW1) – Preparing for the Employment Market | |
|---|---|
| Identify trends and opportunities in the information technology job market | Unit 1 |
| Interpret and apply for job advertisements | Unit 2 |
| Prepare for selection interviews | Unit 3 |
| Use verbal and non-verbal language in role-play interview situations | Unit 4 |
| Module 5 (EAW2) – Effective Workplace Communication | |
|---|---|
| Develop clear verbal and non-verbal communication | Unit 1 |
| Write effective correspondence | Unit 2 |
| Create a formal report | Unit 3 |
| Deliver presentations | Unit 4 |
| Module 6 (EAW3) – Participating in Successful Teamwork | |
|---|---|
| Participate and communicate effectively as a team member | Unit 1 |
| Develop cultural awareness and sensitivity | Unit 2 |
| Demonstrate conflict resolution and negotiation skills | Unit 3 |
| Lead a team | Unit 4 |
| Module 7 (EAW4) – Providing Effective Client Services | |
|---|---|
| Understand the client requirements | Unit 1 |
| Communicate effectively with clients | Unit 2 |
| Manage meetings I | Unit 3 |
| Manage meetings II | Unit 4 |
| Module 8 (EAW5) – Working in Australian Business Environments | |
|---|---|
| Identify common organisational structures used in business | Unit 1 |
| Apply business protocols and etiquette used in Australian workplaces | Unit 2 |
| Demonstrate effective reporting in Australian business | Unit 3 |
| Develop networks with internal and external customers | Unit 4 |
Component 3: Internship Placement & ACS PE Online
Students are to complete a mandatory Internship (12 weeks) minimum of 220 hours unbroken internship at a host organisation. The Internship must be completed in a Host Organisation and in a row that is listed on the ANZSCO Code Skills List.
Danford College provides workplace-related experience to enhance career and employability skills through quality Internships. A representative will meet with you to better understand your career goals and may assist in helping find your dream Internship from a selection of quality Australian Host Companies.
Component 4: Graduation
Students will receive their Certificate at graduation once they have completed the Program including all assessment tasks in all modules and the satisfactory completion of their Internship.
