NTCE is a two-year program of study for most students. Some students, for personal reasons, may choose to take longer than two years. It is essential that students make a serious effort to fulfil tasks set from the beginning of the year, as each unit undertaken counts towards the final certificate. To achieve success, regular attendance is important. Attendance is monitored and parents/guardians are notified of student absences (see below). While the College offers much support and guidance, it is up to the student to take responsibility for punctual, regular attendance and meeting work requirements.

When students enrol in courses at Casuarina Senior College, they undertake to attend all classes. In the case of unsatisfactory attendance students/parents are notified personally by the subject teacher.

Parents are contacted by phone or letter after 4 and 8 absences, and after 12 absences a letter should be sent home. Absences are also recorded on subject reports. Stage 1 students may be withdrawn from subject rolls after 16 or more absences.

After 16 unnotified absences in a Stage 2 subject, the student may be required to sign an attendance contract before returning to the class. If the student breaks the contract, the class teacher may instigate withdrawal procedures.

Students may be withdrawn from practical classes, which are in high demand, if they have 3 unnotified absences in the first three weeks.

Parents/guardians are expected to notify the College if their child cannot attend school for any reason. Please note, at Casuarina Senior College unnotified absences and repeated lateness to class will impact on the future selection of subjects.

At the start of each semester, the College must be notified if the student cannot commence their studies. At the end of Week 3, any student who has not attended the classes on their timetable or notified the College of a sickness or a late start will have their name removed from class rolls.