Bus & Coach

NSW Bus and Coach Accreditation (Online Course)

Course structure

This course covers the requirements under the Passenger Transport Act 1990 (The Act) which require operators of bus and coach services to be accredited by the Director General, NSW Transport and Infrastructure (formerly Ministry of Transport). This online accreditation program is compulsory for all new entrants to the bus and coach industry.

The modules of the course provide the basis of what is required under The Act. Case studies are provided which provide a step by step approach to a company seeking accreditation.

The purpose of this course is to develop and test your understanding of how to successfully apply for accreditation under Regular Passenger, Long Distance, Tourist and Charter Services and meet the accreditation requirements, including record keeping and internal auditing.

To successfully gain accreditation you will need to demonstrate your understanding of the requirements in a face-to-face computer-based examination. Examinations will be carried out at 12.30pm on the last Friday of every month in the computer room at ITLS (144 Burren Street, Newtown, Sydney). If you are successful your accreditation certificate will be issued the same day.

The essential standards/requirements to become accredited as a bus operator in NSW include:

• good repute;
• fit and proper;
• competent to carry on a bus service;
• financially viable of carrying on a bus service; and
• access to parking and maintenance facilities.

If an operator operates a public passenger bus service without the appropriate accreditation a maximum fine of $110,000 maybe imposed. This course meets the educational requirements of NSW Transport and Infrastructure for owning and operating a bus or coach operation in NSW (including charter, tour and off-road services).

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Fees (all GST exempt)

For new entrants to the industry whose business is not yet accredited:

For those who are already accredited and wish to do a refresher or those who are accredited and are required to advise the Ministry that they have maintained currency of knowledge of minimum standards:

For those whose course registration has expired, i.e., who have been registered on the course for 12 months without successfully completing the final examination, there is a re-registration fee:

Registration and payment

Registration and payment for this course can be made online. Once your registration has been processed you will be provided with a username and password and details of how to access the online course.

Further details

Please email info@itls.usyd.edu.au

Certificate of Transport Management

Course Structure

Wednesday 23 to Saturday 26 June 2010

(Flyer for 2010 to be posted soon)

The Certificate of Transport Management is supported by BusNSW, the State Transit Authority and NSW Transport and Infrastructure (formerly the NSW Ministry of Transport). It has become an important program for middle and senior management staff in the bus and coach sector (including operators, suppliers and consultants) to gain currency in the range of managerial, planning and policy areas that are central to the success of this industry. The networking benefits of this four day, face-to-face program are an important aspect of the course.

The program consists of a series of presentations delivered by industry representatives, specialist consultants and academic experts, designed to develop practical skills for the industry. The course represents an excellent opportunity for career development, introducing attendees to the latest developments within the industry.

Successful completion of the course (four assignments) leads to the award of the Certificate of Transport Management. Those who successfully complete the assessment requirements of the course will be awarded their course certificate at the ITLS Awards Night which is held in March or April each year.

Fee

The fee, which includes all course materials, refreshments and lunches, is $2,200 (GST exempt). To secure a place on the program the fee must be paid in full at least four weeks prior to the commencement of classes. Cancellations: A 10% administration fee will be applied to refunds for any cancellation; no refund will be available for cancellations made within two weeks of the commencement of the program.

Registration and payment

Registration and payment for this program can be made online. Once your registration has been processed you will be provided with a username and password and details of how to access the CTM support resources.

Further information

Please email info@itls.usyd.edu.au