Learner Responsibilities and Code of Conduct

·         Learners must treat other colleagues, classmates, learners or tutors with respect.

·         Learners should allow others time to speak and offer their opinion even if that opinion is different from theirs.

·         Learners should encourage each other at all times and offer support where it is required.

·         No one person should dominate a training session with their opinions.

·         Allow other learners to finish what they are saying without interruption. 

·         Attend training sessions on time 

·         Turn off mobile phones or turn them to silent whilst training is underway. Wait until break-time to return calls.

·         If a Learner has a problem or an issue with a Tutor or Learner they should inform the Tutor at the break or at the end of class so that it can be addressed. The classroom is not the place to have these discussions as it will interfere with the learning of others.

·         Learners are asked to behave courteously, respectfully and responsibly at all times. At no time should a Learner bring themselves or The Carers Association into disrepute. 

·         Learners must submit assignments and must attend for skills demonstrations or assessments at the times or dates allocated. 

·         Any behaviour which impairs the ability of other Learners to concentrate or carry out their duties or tasks or disrupts teaching, work practice or study will be dealt with by the Tutor immediately. This may result in the Learner being asked to leave the class and the course.

·         Any bullying or harassment of any learner, tutor or any other person associated with the course will not be tolerated and will be dealt with under The Carers Association Bullying & Harassment Policy. This includes racial, sexually or disability offensive behaviour or comments.

·         Computers must not be used for any other activity other than those directed by the Tutor.

·         Any abuse of assessment regulations will be deemed as misconduct.

·         Abuse of alcohol, or other substances of abuse, possession or supply will result in immediate suspension and possible expulsion from the course as we cannot guarantee the safety of our Learners in such instances.

·         Foul or Abusive Language are totally unacceptable and will result in consequences for any Learner who engages in such action.

·         Smoking in a non-smoking area is expressly prohibited.

·         No learner must tamper with safety equipment as it could result in injury to another learner, tutor or staff member.

·         Any theft of property or other dishonest or illegal act which could adversely affect another learner, tutor, staff member or The Carers Association is prohibited and will result in consequences for the learner.

·         Learners will be expected to make good any damage or loss they intentionally cause as a result of their recklessness or negligence either to The Carers Association, to any Learner or member of staff.

·         Any other activity which causes danger, loss or offence to another individual or breaches the spirit of these guidelines can be regarded as misconduct and addressed accordingly.

Consequences of Misconduct

Any act or omission which adversely affects the rights of any staff member or learner or which disrupts teaching or violates our Code of Conduct will constitute a breach of discipline. This is taken very seriously by The Carers Association Training Unit. Disciplinary action may result in a fine, suspension for a fixed period or permanent expulsion from the training course depending on the severity of the breach of conduct. Our decision will be final and may lead to non-certification of the Learner and forfeit of all tuition fees paid.
 

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