❓ A parliamentary question regarding the qualifications of a TAFE Managing Director and the measures in place to prevent the use of false qualifications within the TAFE system. The Minister's response defends the individual and asserts existing verification processes.
AnsweredQoN 117Legislative Council
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Given that the Sunday Times has reported that Edith Cowan University is conducting an investigation into the unaccredited degree of Mr Alan Galbraith and Guildford Grammar School will no longer retain the services of teacher Gary Jackson after his bogus qualifications were exposed - (1) What action will be taken against Mr Geof Gale claiming an unaccredited PhD? (2) If no action is to be taken, why not? (3) What system is in place to reassure the public that the practice of using false qualifications is not more widespread through the TAFE system? Hon N.F. MOORE
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I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No action is being taken against Mr Gale, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by Kensington University in the United States. Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
(1) What action will be taken against Mr Geof Gale claiming an unaccredited PhD? (2) If no action is to be taken, why not? (3) What system is in place to reassure the public that the practice of using false qualifications is not more widespread through the TAFE system? Hon N.F. MOORE replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No action is being taken against Mr Gale, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by Kensington University in the United States. Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
(2) If no action is to be taken, why not? (3) What system is in place to reassure the public that the practice of using false qualifications is not more widespread through the TAFE system? Hon N.F. MOORE replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No action is being taken against Mr Gale, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by Kensington University in the United States. Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
(3) What system is in place to reassure the public that the practice of using false qualifications is not more widespread through the TAFE system? Hon N.F. MOORE replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No action is being taken against Mr Gale, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by Kensington University in the United States. Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
Hon N.F. MOORE replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No action is being taken against Mr Gale, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by Kensington University in the United States. Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No action is being taken against Mr Gale, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by Kensington University in the United States. Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
(1) No action is being taken against Mr Gale, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by Kensington University in the United States. Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
(2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
(3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
(1) What action will be taken against Mr Geof Gale claiming an unaccredited PhD? (2) If no action is to be taken, why not? (3) What system is in place to reassure the public that the practice of using false qualifications is not more widespread through the TAFE system? Hon N.F. MOORE replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No action is being taken against Mr Gale, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by Kensington University in the United States. Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
(2) If no action is to be taken, why not? (3) What system is in place to reassure the public that the practice of using false qualifications is not more widespread through the TAFE system? Hon N.F. MOORE replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No action is being taken against Mr Gale, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by Kensington University in the United States. Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
(3) What system is in place to reassure the public that the practice of using false qualifications is not more widespread through the TAFE system? Hon N.F. MOORE replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No action is being taken against Mr Gale, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by Kensington University in the United States. Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
Hon N.F. MOORE replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No action is being taken against Mr Gale, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by Kensington University in the United States. Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No action is being taken against Mr Gale, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by Kensington University in the United States. Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
(1) No action is being taken against Mr Gale, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by Kensington University in the United States. Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich interjected. Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
Hon N.F. MOORE: Perhaps we should look at Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich’s qualifications sometime. We have a situation in which a member is questioning the qualifications of a person who holds a senior position in the TAFE system in Western Australia. I am trying to explain the situation while she goes tut, tut. Maybe we should look at her qualifications. The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
The PRESIDENT: Order! Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich knows that I am trying to get to Hon Helen Hodgson so that she can ask a question. Let the first question be answered before worrying about the interjections. Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
Hon N.F. MOORE: (2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
(2) Mr Gale, in applying for the position of Managing Director of South East Metropolitan College of TAFE, explicitly indicated that his PhD was an honorary doctorate and did not misrepresent the nature of this award in any way. A PhD was not a requirement for the position and Mr Gale's honorary doctorate was not considered by the selection panel in its deliberations. (3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
(3) As indicated, Mr Gale did not misrepresent the nature of his qualifications in the selection process and the minister has no reason to believe such a practice exists in the TAFE sector. The usual process that exists across the state public sector to substantiate qualifications and work experience is in place for TAFE employees.
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