If a compulsory participation student says he or she is participating through full-time employment, does the Principal or regional office need any official proof?
In ensuring the best outcomes for the student, the Principal should discuss the full-time employment opportunity with the student. During this discussion, the Principal may assist the student to consider compatible training options that could be undertaken concurrently with employment. While the Principal may ask to see a letter from the employer, or a payslip, as evidence that the student is engaged in full-time employment, this is not mandatory. The Principal should also ensure that a learning account (student account) has been opened with the Queensland Studies Authority for the young person. This account will remain open so that the young person can work towards a Queensland Certificate of Education, if he or she wants to, even though they are no longer at school. The Principal may want to remind the young person (and his or her parents) of their legislated obligation to engage in ‘learning or earning’ throughout the compulsory participation phase. Further information about student
