Q: What qualifications are awarded?
As you can see from our course list, Mackintosh College offers both certificate and diploma level courses that are designed to enhance employment prospects in Australia and overseas. The qualifications awarded to successful graduates are nationally recognised.
Q: Why do students choose Mackintosh College?
- Competitive course fees
- Innovative training and education programs
- Government accredited - Recognised Training Organisation (RTO)
- Industry qualified trainers and supportive administration staff
- Modern teaching equipment and computing infrastructure
- Employment seminars and career guidance
- Payment plan options
Q: Are the teaching staff qualified and experienced?
All trainers at Mackintosh College have a minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience with related academic qualifications. Also, all staff and trainers have been screened by the Commission for Children and Young People and issued with a Blue Card.
Q: Does Mackintosh College have experience in the education industry?
Over the past decade, more than 20,000 students have been trained. Mackintosh College now employs more than 40 staff, and has won several prestigious awards recognising its contribution to course development and delivery.
Q: What are your college entry requirements?
Academic requirement for Certificate III - IV Diploma
- Australian High School Year 10 or equivalent Year 12 or equivalent
Click here to view the Student Handbook that further explains the policies of Mackintosh College.
Q: Where is Mackintosh College?
The campus is located on the Gold Coast. It is only minutes away from Robina Train Station, which is a central transit point for Gold Coast city. The Gold Coast's largest airport for both International and Domestic travel is at Coolangatta, which is only 15 minutes from the Mackintosh College Campus. This central Gold Coast location is convenient for students living in southern and northern regions.
The campus building is 'ECO SMART' with a 4 star green rating and 5 star energy efficiency. The first floor of the campus has 10 classrooms, a student kitchen, lounge and computer centre. All classrooms feature cutting edge technology and a specially designed layout to promote student learning. On the ground floor you will find the Mackintosh College Academy of Hair, which is where hairdressing students will acquire practical skills and experience.
Q: Complaints & Appeals Policy
Click here to view the Complaints & Appeals Policy.
Q: Does Mackintosh College have partner Universities?
Yes, students undertaking our diploma courses also have the opportunity to progress to a bachelor's degree in one of our partner universities, and possibly shave years off university studies.
Q: What kind of companies has Mackintosh College worked with in the past?
Over the past decade, Mackintosh College has worked closely with corporate and government sectors to produce optimum training outcomes for employees.
These have included:
- Australian Olympic Committee IPA Australia
- Australian Institute of Sports Scholarship Program Mission Australia
- Marriot Hotels Salvation Army
- Regent Group Sheraton Hotels
- Star City Casino Sydney Museum
Q: What makes Mackintosh College better than the rest?
Mackintosh College prides itself on providing superior customer care. From your initial enquiry through to enrolment, and on to completion of your study at Mackintosh College, there will always be friendly and helpful staff to assist you. Mackintosh College aims to foster close working relationships between staff and students in a professional caring environment.
Q: How can I get a reprint of my certificate?
All certificate reprints must be requested online. For detailed instructions on how to request a certificate reprint, please click here.