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Understanding the ESOS Act and National Code 2018 - Seminar and Case-Study Workshop

Wednesday, 23 July 2025 9:00 AM AEDT

Karstens Melbourne, 123 Queen Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

Understanding the ESOS Act and National Code 2018 Seminar

9.00am - 12.30pm

 

Join Natalie Tierney for an in-depth seminar that delves into the ESOS Act and the regulatory framework governing international education in Australia.

What You'll Learn:

  • Comprehensive Coverage of the National Code: Detailed exploration of all Standards of the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018.
  • ESOS Act Insights: Key provisions of the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000.
  • Regulations Overview: A summary of the Education Services for Overseas Students Regulations 2019.
  • Best Practices and Compliance: Contextual understanding of the National Code, best practice guidelines for each Standard, and practical exercises to address common scenarios involving international students.

Who Should Attend:

This seminar is ideal for professionals in:

  • Academia
  • Admissions
  • Marketing & Recruitment
  • Student Services
  • Compliance
  • Governance

Working within:

  • Schools
  • ELICOS
  • VET
  • Higher Education Providers

Seminar Details:

  • Time: 9.00am - 12.30pm
  • Refreshments: Morning tea and refreshments provided.
  • Certification: All attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance, recognising their commitment to professional development in international education.
 
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National Code 2018 Case-Study Workshop

1.30pm - 4.30pm

 

Join CRG for an engaging afternoon session that builds on the insights from the morning seminar. The National Code 2018 Case-Study Workshop is designed to provide practical, hands-on experience in international education compliance through in-depth case studies.

What You'll Learn:

  • Case Study Analysis: Work through real-life scenarios to understand the application of all Standards of the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018.
  • Day-to-Day Compliance: Gain practical insights on how to handle compliance issues that arise in the daily operations of international education.
  • Interactive Discussions: Participate in in-depth discussions to explore best practices and solutions for common compliance challenges.

Who Should Attend:

This workshop is ideal for professionals who work directly with international students.

Workshop Details:

  • Time: 1.30pm - 4.30pm
  • Refreshments: Afternoon tea and refreshments provided.
  • Certification: All attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance, recognising their commitment to professional development in international education.

Additional Information:

  • It is recommended to attend the morning session on Understanding the ESOS Act and National Code 2018 for a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory framework before participating in the case-study workshop.

 

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Testimonials

Erica, University of Canberra

"Thank you Natalie. The session was incredibly valuable for me, and will contribute to a review of policy we are currently undertaking in the HDR space."

Naomi, School Teacher in Melbourne

"The seminar has been very informative and I will implement these at my workplace accordingly." 

Ash, ELICOS Sector

"I would like to mention that the training was very helpful and effective."

 

Elaine, The University of Notre Dame Australia

"Thank you for the ESOS workshop – it was very informative and useful."

Andreia, ELICOS Sector

"I really wanted to thank you for today’s workshop! I have been waiting for a year to participate and I would like to say that it was really informative and helpful to us. 

I would love to participate again next year! Also highly recommend my colleagues to join next time as well."

Meet the Presenter, Natalie Tierney

Natalie Tierney has been in various compliance and policy roles during her career, with a focus on international education compliance. Natalie has also worked as a Regulatory Officer with the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) and an Immigration Officer at the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) within the student compliance and student visa branches. Natalie has recently been appointed a member of the TEQSA Register of Experts. A detailed summary of Natalie’s career can be found on her LinkedIn profile.

Natalie established Capital Review Group in July 2016 to provide specialist compliance consultancy services for various pieces of legislation and regulations within the education sector in Australia. Her clients include Universities, Higher Education providers, VET colleges, Schools and ELICOS providers.