Certificate III in Media CUF30107 The Community Media Training Organisation (CMTO) is a Registered Training Organisation delivering Nationally

Recognised Training. We have a commitment to helping people achieve their learning goals, in a fun and supportive learning environment. The CMTO provides specialised industry training for anyone considering a career and employment within the community broadcasting industry and the wider media. How Can Training Benefit You? A Nationally Recognised qualification upon successful completion of the course Fun and flexible delivery of training and assessment by experienced industry trainers and assessors The opportunity to choose a career path through recognised qualifications Learning of new skills Develop your existing skills further, or have your existing skills recognised with a nationally recognised qualification Meet new people and gain confidence in your employment skills! Pathways: The Screen and Media Training Package does not mandate particular pathways to the achievement of qualifications. However, the CMTO suggests possible pathways for community broadcasters to attain qualifications: Certificate II in Creative Industries (for new volunteers)

Certificate III in Media (for existing volunteers and new staff)

Cert IV in Screen and Media (for long term volunteers and staff)

Diploma of Screen and Media (for managers, board members and senior broadcasters) Please note: the Advanced Diploma in Screen and Media is not currently offered by the CMTO. We suggest discussing options for this qualification with your trainer/assessor.

What Content is covered in the Training? The Certificate III in Media reflects the role of a skilled operator in the film, television, radio or digital media industries who applies a broad range of competencies in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. Job roles and titles vary across the industry but possible jobs which are relevant to this qualification are:

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Camera/lighting assistant Community radio program maker/presenter Editing assistant Interactive media author assistant Production assistant.

Units Participants need to complete 11 units of competency, consisting of: 3 Core units 8 Elective units Core Units Unit Code
BSBCRT301A CUFIND301B CUSOHS301A

Unit Name
Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills Work effectively in the screen and media industries Follow occupational health and safety procedures

Elective Units minimum of 8 of the following: Unit Code Unit Name

CUSSOU202A CUFAIR301A CUFPPM301A CUFWRT301A CUFRES201A CUFAIR201A CUFSOU204A CUFDIG201A Mix sound in a broadcasting environment Present radio programs Plan and prepare programs Write content for a range of media Collect and organise content for broadcast or publication Develop techniques for presenting information on radio Perform basic sound editing Maintain interactive content

Who Can Undertake the Training? Anyone involved in community broadcasting. The pre-requisites for this course are: no prerequisites How often are the Courses Offered and what is their Duration? The Certificate III course is offered at various approved partner stations and runs for three-six months with classes being held at times which suit full time workers and students. Courses are run regularly throughout the year. Please refer to your stations course timetable for exact course dates. How is the Course Delivered and Assessed? Training and assessment will take place in a radio or television station by a qualified Trainer monitoring your progress.
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The course is delivered with both theory and practical elements and is completed both in a simulated working environment and on-the-job.. The delivery of training will include a mixture of classroom delivery, group discussions and individual research and exercises. Assessment is used to provide you with feedback on your progress and to measure your skills and knowledge against the training qualification requirements and those of the industry. The assessment process will include written and practical presentations, observation and classroom participation and will require some time away from the training rooms completing assignments and self-paced exercises. How Much Will it Cost? CMTO Training is subsidised by the Community Broadcasting Foundations National Training Project and as most of our students are volunteer workers enrolment costs are kept to a minimum. To enrol in Certificate III in Media the fees are as follows: Enrolment Fees: $100 per term Resource Costs: $Nil Total Costs: $200

Course Fee Refunds

All applications for refunds must be made in writing by way of the Application for Refund form and submitted to Student Administration. Approved applications will be processed within 14 days from the date of application. The assessment of refund applications shall be granted as indicated below: Outline of Refunds Withdrawal prior to agreed start date Withdrawal after the agreed start date Course withdrawn by RTO The RTO is unable to provide the course for which the original enrolment and payment has been made Full refund 50% refund of unused tuition fees Full refund Full refund

Other fees For re- issuance of Certificates and Statements of Attainments the student will be charged $20 per document required. Payment for the re-issuance of such documents is required prior to the re-issuance occurring by the RTO. How do I Enrol? Easily! Once your station has become a CMTO Training Partner , the CMTO staff will work with the station management to develop a course calendar which suits the needs of the volunteers and staff. You will be given course information to decide which course you wish to do. Simply complete the following steps and you could be on your way to completing a Certificate III in Media. 1. Read and understand the information contained in the Student Information Booklet

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2. Talk with your station about courses they are offering and complete the Enrolment Form. 3. Sign the Enrolment Form to show that you understand all of the information provided, and return the Enrolment Form to your trainer with the tuition payment. Would you like More Information? Go to the National Training Project Website where you will find out all you need to know about opportunities to learn more about the media! Or you can contact our friendly team at the Community Media Training Organisation by calling 02 9318 9626 (Office Hours: 9am-5pm).

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