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I welcome the Government’s announcements of paid placements for teaching, nursing, midwifery and social work students, and relief for study debts. These measures were recommended in the Australian Universities Accord final report. University students have been forced to overcome substantial financial barriers to complete placements and pay for their courses, especially in recent times when cost-of-living expenses have hit hard. Australia’s productivity and wellbeing depends on enabling more students to attend and graduate from university, filling essential skills gaps for our communities. While these changes are welcomed, it is disheartening that financial support for students on placements will not commence until July next year. Students need this money now. In 2023, Charles Sturt had more than 16,000 student placements, totalling more than 1.9 million hours, many of which must be completed away from their hometowns. We are anticipating similar figures in 2024 and argue strongly that these students need to receive these payments to support them to continue their studies. These measures are a welcome start to addressing the cost of university education especially for regional and equity students, but more is needed. The University calls on the government to urgently develop the needs-based funding model that will enable universities to support equity students to succeed.

PRESS RELEASE: 31st March, 2024, Deadline for Registration and Recognition of Colleges and Institutions Providing Specialised Training Issued on 12th March, 2024 By Mr. Birbal Boniface Musoba Corporate Communications Officer Higher Education Authority   The Higher Education Authority (HEA) wishes to inform all Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), specifically colleges and institutions providing specialised training, that the 31st March, 2024, deadline is approaching by which all HEIs should be registered and/or recognised by the Authority as provided for by the Higher Education Act No. 4 of 2013 as read with the Higher Education (Amendment) Act, 2021. All institutions not registered by the deadline will be published as operating illegally. This, in particular, is in reference to unregistered private HEIs and public HEIs that have not yet been recognised as it is illegal to run an HEI that is not registered in Zambia. Therefore, all those running colleges, public and private, are urged to ensure that the colleges are registered and/or recognised by HEA to avoid being inconvenienced and published in a daily newspaper of general circulation as abrogating the law that governs the provision of higher education in Zambia. Therefore, to facilitate a quick registration and recognition process, HEA has temporarily suspended the accreditation of learning programmes requirements for HEIs in this category. The Authority will conduct an orientation workshop on accreditation process for these HEIs in April 2024. This statement encompasses all HEIs which were previously under the oversight of bodies such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia (NMCZ), Health Professionals Council of Zambia (HPCZ), Teaching Council of Zambia (TCZ), and Ministries and Agencies of the Government of the Republic of Zambia. To learn more about higher education in Zambia, the public is advised to regularly refer to HEA’s website, www.hea.org.zm or email info@hea.org.zm, or call +260 211 227 084. Downloads 1.   PDF of Press Release: https://lnkd.in/gm8t-AK4 2.   Audio: https://lnkd.in/gsvW226k 3.   Video: https://lnkd.in/gCx-NQEy

Charles Sturt University welcomes measures to enhance access and bolster support for higher education students included in the Federal Government’s Budget. The Government’s announcement of paid placements for teaching, nursing, midwifery and social work students is a good start to addressing the impact of placement poverty on students seeking to gain essential workforce skills. But more is needed. Students completing placements in regional areas away from their homes are having to meet high costs for accommodation and travel which will not be covered by the announced placement payments. We are also advocating that support for paid placements be extended to a broader base of courses that support critical workforce skill needs, especially in regional areas. Students in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Podiatric Medicine, Speech Pathology, Pharmacy, Medical Radiation Science, Veterinary Science and Veterinary Technology have similar placement pressures that need alleviating. The reduction of HECS or HELP depts, via changes to manage the impact of indexation on these debts, is also welcome news for our students. Every dollar counts when it comes to giving our students the ability to focus on their education and build their future careers without worrying about mounting debt. We endorse the Government's commitment to implementing a needs-based funding model. Through the Accord process we advocated strongly for this model, which will address the unique needs of First Nations students, those from low socio-economic status backgrounds, students with disability, and students studying in regional, rural and remote Australia. Many more Australians must have the opportunity to succeed at university. Charles Sturt has been providing support and pathways for diverse student groups for many years; we understand how important it is for our students to succeed and that the extra investment in support delivers vital and long lasting benefits to the broader community. A needs-based funding model is good news for regional universities, as it recognises the real needs of our student cohorts and the costs of regional delivery. We urge the government to consult meaningfully with the sector and be prepared to commit the funding needed to make the new model effective. TEQSA PRV12018 (Australian University) CRICOS 00005F

Dear Potential Investor, here is our Investment Package: Overview: Oswin Kampala College is a private higher educational institution focused on providing quality healthcare education in Namibia. The college offers diploma programs in Enrolled Nursing and Midwifery Science (approved by the Health Professions Councils of Namibia (HPCNA), and have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) for placement of students for practice in state facilities and clinics across Namibia. As part of plan to launch our Diploma in Enrolled Nursing and Midwifery Science and other healthcare related courses, we are seeking a total investment of N$1,000,000.00 to support the acquisition of essential resources such as additional equipment, library materials, classroom furniture, and computers for the labs. Investment Offer: We are offering a 50% equity stake in Oswin Kampala College, divided among three potential investors for a total investment of N$1,000,000.00 as follows: 1. Investor A (20% equity) • Investment Amount: N$400,000.00 • Equity Stake: 20% • Annual Return on Investment (ROI): 10-15% (based on college performance) Additional Benefits: • Priority decision-making on strategic partnerships. • Invitation to attend the annual board meeting as a shareholder. • Exclusive opportunities to invest in future college expansion projects (e.g., development of new programs or a private hospital). • Name recognition as a premium sponsor on the college’s website and other marketing materials. 2. Investor B (15% equity) • Investment Amount: N$300,000.00 • Equity Stake: 15% • Annual ROI: 10-12% (based on college performance) Additional Benefits: • Access to regular reports on the college’s financial performance. • Invitation to quarterly investor update meetings. • Opportunities to collaborate on other educational initiatives. • Recognition as a key investor on the college’s promotional materials and website. 3. Investor C (15% equity) • Investment Amount: N$300,000.00 • Equity Stake: 15% • Annual ROI: 8-10% (based on college performance) Additional Benefits: • Quarterly dividend payouts based on college profits. • Recognition as an investor on campus buildings or classrooms. • Access to college networking events and exclusive opportunities to expand business partnerships in the education sector. Investment Timeline: • The investment period is for 100 years (with option to renew), with potential dividends starting from year 2, based on the profitability of the college. • An exit strategy will be provided at the end of the 5-year period, allowing investors to either sell their equity back to the college or maintain their stake for long-term profits.

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Investment Package Oswin Kampala College is a private higher educational institution focused on providing quality healthcare education in Namibia. The college offers diploma programs in Enrolled Nursing and Midwifery Science (approved by the Health Professions Councils of Namibia (HPCNA), and have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) for placement of students for practice in state facilities and clinics across Namibia. As part of plan to launch our Diploma in Enrolled Nursing and Midwifery Science and other healthcare related courses, we are seeking a total investment of N$1,000,000.00 to support the acquisition of essential resources such as additional equipment, library materials, classroom furniture, and computers for the labs. Investment Offer: We are offering a 50% equity stake in Oswin Kampala College, divided among three potential investors for a total investment of N$1,000,000.00 as follows: 1. Investor A (20% equity) • Investment Amount: N$400,000.00 • Equity Stake: 20% • Annual Return on Investment (ROI): 10-15% (based on college performance) Additional Benefits: • Priority decision-making on strategic partnerships. • Invitation to attend the annual board meeting as a shareholder. • Exclusive opportunities to invest in future college expansion projects (e.g., development of new programs or a private hospital). • Name recognition as a premium sponsor on the college’s website and other marketing materials. 2. Investor B (15% equity) • Investment Amount: N$300,000.00 • Equity Stake: 15% • Annual ROI: 10-12% (based on college performance) Additional Benefits: • Access to regular reports on the college’s financial performance. • Invitation to quarterly investor update meetings. • Opportunities to collaborate on other educational initiatives. • Recognition as a key investor on the college’s promotional materials and website. 3. Investor C (15% equity) • Investment Amount: N$300,000.00 • Equity Stake: 15% • Annual ROI: 8-10% (based on college performance) Additional Benefits: • Quarterly dividend payouts based on college profits. • Recognition as an investor on campus buildings or classrooms. • Access to college networking events and exclusive opportunities to expand business partnerships in the education sector. Investment Timeline: • The investment period is for 100 years (with option to renew), with potential dividends starting from year 2, based on the profitability of the college. • An exit strategy will be provided at the end of the 5-year period, allowing investors to either sell their equity back to the college or maintain their stake for long-term profits.

They should never have closed the nurses homes that used to be accom for nurses in hospitals prior to polytechs taking over the training of nurses. I lived in the Whangarei base hospitals one way back as a nursing student. it was good and if these homes were available now it would ease the load on our students because They are part if the hospital complex so getting to placement easier. Sure, have to travel to polytech classes but nowadays even nursing is available online. It would help those from out of town and take tired shiftworkers off the road if they have the option of a sleep after work before heading home (some beds reserved for staff needing accom on a day by day basis) we need the nurses home back but it could be renamed staff accommodation and open to anyone associated with the hospital who needed accommodation. so maybe don't need to pay students but as part of placements offer free accommodation and a meal, shoe and stocking ticket. if you have food in your belly a place to wash, cleanup and rest it makes study much easier. look at yge success the university colleges have in Otago - I lived in St Margaret's while at Otago. With the rental issues people have now I belive this will impact future students because they were never setup for success if homeless with mum and dad (and there are many families struggling right now) these students to be will require accommodation and structure to make a success of their study and counteract the effects of homelessness and / or poverty. Thats all in the future but the writing is on the wall right now. Health students don't get paid on placement and it sucks https://lnkd.in/g-uRXbPp

🎓💼 Big News for Future Educators, Nurses, and Social Workers! 💼🎓 Exciting developments for students in essential fields! The Albanese Government has introduced the Commonwealth Prac Payment to support those undertaking mandatory placements in teaching, nursing, midwifery, and social work. Starting July 2025, eligible students can receive $319.50 per week to help manage the costs associated with their placements. 👩⚕️👨🏫 Why This Matters: 💸 Financial Support: Tackle placement costs without the stress, thanks to the new Prac Payment aligned with the Austudy rate. 🎓 Enhance Training: Focus more on gaining valuable experience and less on financial burdens. 📈 Empower Growth: Address critical skills shortages and support gender equality in the workforce. 🌟 The government is committed to not just easing cost-of-living pressures but also enriching the training and future of our nation's caretakers and educators. Read more about how this transformative initiative is set to make a significant impact in our latest blog post. Dive in to discover how these changes will benefit students and shape the future of Australia's essential services. 👉 Read Article on our Website : https://lnkd.in/dPHvM-Zg . . . #brisbanejobs #recruitmentagency #Careers #HealthcareCareers #HealthcareJobs #NDISjobs #jobsearch #EmploymentTrends #TalentHubAustralia #AustralianJobMarket #ServiceDelivery #SocialImpact #EducationSupport #HealthcareHeroes #SocialWorkSupport #NDIS #Australia

The education attainment gap for care leavers is well documented and, sadly, it only widens with age. In 2021, it was found that just 6% of care leavers in England were in higher education, compared to 37.9% of the entire 18-year-old-population starting a full time undergraduate course in the same period. Care experienced young people deserve better, and that's why new programmes like this are so important. The University of Roehampton has launched a new programme designed to make healthcare careers accessible to young care leavers. The I-CAN programme will run as a 12-month pilot scheme supporting care experienced 18-to-29-year-olds through a paid learning pathway. Upon completion of the scheme, participants will have the option to partake in the University of Roehampton’s full time and salaried Nursing Association apprenticeship programme. https://lnkd.in/efPn6vzN #CareLeavers #CareExperienced #Nursing

Who says you don't need Business Administration in social professions? 🧐 It's true that liquidity planning, calculations and taxes are not the first things that come to mind when you think of the duties of a nurse or a midwife. But since many social professionals are self-employed or assume leading roles in clinics and nursing homes, business skills are, in fact, part of the job description. To prepare his students for such responsibilities, Prof. Dr. Holger Becker of the Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg (DHBW) Karlsruhe played our beginner-friendly simulation Management Essentials with 31 students of Applied Midwifery Education. Leveraging the benefits of gamification, the simulation provided a perfect entry point into the basics of management and business. 🎯 The business simulation managed to break down some initial barriers of disinterest in economic topics and rejection of competitive thinking. By enganging the students with a fun challenge, it encouraged both entrepreneurial skills and enthusiasm! 🎉 #Midwives #ManagementEssentials #Education #BusinessSimulation #TOPSIM