CODE OF PRACTICE
Southern
Lakes English College - the place of choice to learn english as a second language - has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice
for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Minister of Education.
Copies of the Code are available on request from this institution or from the
New Zealand Ministry of Education website at http://www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/international.
ImmigrationFull
details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to employment in New
Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available through the New
Zealand Immigration Service, and can be viewed on their website at
http://www.immigration.govt.nz.
Eligibility
For Health ServicesMost international students are not entitlied to publicly
funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment
during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full
details on entitlements to publicly-funded health services are available throught
the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website at
http://www.moh.govt.nz
Accident
InsuranceThe Accident Compensation Coporation provides accident insurance
for all New Zealand citizens, residents and temporary visitors to New Zealand,
but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information
can be viewed on the ACC website at
http://www.acc.co.nz
Medical
And Travel InsuranceInternational students must have appropriate and current
medical insurance while studying in New Zealand.