What should an international applicant ask a provider about completing education placements when they have no prior experience in the local education system?
Ask the provider how placements are arranged and assessed, whether prior local experience or knowledge is required, and what orientation, supervision and support are available. Also clarify language expectations, safeguarding or background checks, placement locations and schedules, transport or other costs, and what happens if a placement cannot be secured.
Key points
- Ask whether the provider helps identify suitable schools or education settings and how placement preferences are considered.
- Check who supervises you, how feedback and assessment work, and whether you can raise concerns or request additional support.
- Confirm any required checks, vaccinations, language proficiency, training, insurance and documentation before starting.
- Ask whether alternative arrangements are available if you lack local experience or cannot complete the standard placement.
Things to check
- Requirements and support arrangements can vary by course, faculty, country and placement provider, so confirm the details in current official course and placement information.