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Frequently asked questions
When do nominations close?
How do I nominate?
Where do I post my nomination form?
How do I know if I am eligible to nominate for a certain category?
How many copies of my nomination application must I send?
Can I submit my application via email or fax?
Can I request feedback on my application if not successful in the awards?
Can I nominate an individual or organisation?
Can I enter in more than one category?
What is the judging process?
How are the judging panels formed?
When do nominations close?
Nominations for the employer and organisation award categories close on Wednesday 19 March 2008.
Nominations for the individual award categories close on Wednesday 26 March 2008.
How do I nominate?
Read the guidelines, eligibility and conditions of entry in the nomination booklet carefully, address all criteria relevant to your award category and complete and sign the nomination form attached at the back of the booklet.
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For more information, visit the How to enter page
Where do I post my nomination form?
Your nomination must be post marked on the date of the closing date. Post five hard copies of your submission (together with supporting documents) and a signed nomination form to:
Queensland Training Awards
GPO Box 69
BRISBANE Q 4001
How do I know if I am eligible to nominate for a certain category?
The nomination booklet outlines eligibility for each category. Please read this information carefully before submitting your nomination. If you have any further questions, please contact the awards coordinator on 1800 660 207 or visit the How to enter page
All applicants are required to submit five (5) copies of their nomination (including all attachments eg. CDs and DVDs). One copy is filed and the other four copies are used by the judging panels immediately after the nomination period closes. Can I submit my application via email or fax?
No. All applications must be received via post or courier service and must contain five copies of your whole application. Can I request feedback on my application if not successful in the awards?
You can request feedback on your nomination, however the organisers ask that you request this feedback within two weeks of notification that you have been unsuccessful. Can I nominate an individual or organisation?
Yes. However the individual or organisation you are nominating must be aware of the application and sign the 'applicant' signature section.
By nominating for the Queensland Training Awards, you agree to the terms and conditions of the awards (i.e. availability and willingness to become involved in Department of Education, Training and the Arts and Queensland Training Awards promotional activities) and these conditions must be accepted by the individual nominee or organisation representative.
Can I enter in more than one category?Yes, but a separate entry needs to be received for each category you wish to enter.
Individual awards
Once nominations have closed, nominations for each category will be forwarded to the relevant judging panels. The judges will shortlist the top students in each category and conduct phone interviews. Finalists will be selected and the winners will be announced at the six regional final presentation dinners in July/August. The regional winners will go on to compete for the state award.
Employer awards
Once nominations have closed, nominations for each category will be forwarded to the relevant judging panels. The judges will shortlist the leading employers in each category on the written nomination and via phone interview if necessary. Finalists will be selected and the winners will be announced at the six regional final presentation dinners in July/August. The regional winners will go on to compete for the state award.
Once nominations have closed, nominations for each category will be forwarded to the relevant judging panels. The judges will select finalists in each category based on the written nominations. Winners will be announced at the state final award presentation dinner in September.
How are the judging panels formed?
Judging panels for the Queensland Training Awards are made up of a selection of sponsors, industry representatives, Department of Education, Training and the Arts staff and previous Queensland Training Awards winners. All judges are required to sign a conflict of interest form and are bound by confidentiality in relation to the nominees they are interviewing.
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