Legislative provisions in all states and territories prevent certain persons, for example, persons convicted of offences causing harm to children or others from applying for, undertaking, or remaining in child-related employment. This includes circumstances where students who, in the course of their studies, engage in activities which involve direct contact with children, that is, persons under 18 years of age.
Students who are required to undertake activities which involve direct contact with children may be required to obtain a Working with Children Check depending on the relevant state or territory legislation. Failure to satisfy this requirement in relation to practical, industry or clinical placements which are compulsory course requirements will prevent the student from completing the requirements for an award.
The University accepts no responsibility for any outcomes in this matter.
The University has a Safeguarding Children, Young People and Adults at Risk Policy and Procedures; it is available via the web. Visit Safeguarding Children, Young People and Adults at Risk: Policy and Procedures. The Policy and Procedures set out ACU’s commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults.
The University is committed to equipping all students with knowledge and skills necessary to assist in the prevention of child harm, abuse and exploitation, particularly students who will enter child-related occupations. In accordance with the Policy, every ACU undergraduate student is required to complete an online module about working with children, young people and vulnerable adults regardless of whether they have direct contact with children and/or vulnerable adults during their studies.
