Administration of the HSC minimum standard tests
NESA is authorised under sections 20A(2) and 95(1)(f) of the Education Act 1990 (NSW) to grant the HSC to students who have complied with any requirements imposed by the Minister or Authority.
Under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth) and the Disability Standards for Education 2005, NESA must ensure that students with disability are able to access and respond to an exam or test.
Glossary
Practical support available to students to enable a student with disability to access and participate in HSC exams. Disability provisions have been designed to meet NESA’s obligations under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth) and Disability Standards for Education 2005.
The foundational literacy (reading and writing) and numeracy skills, set at Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) Level 3, which a student must demonstrate to be eligible for the HSC.
A medical incident or condition which allegedly impacted the student’s performance in the exam. For example, an asthma attack or bleeding nose during the exam.
A test in reading, writing or numeracy needed to meet the HSC minimum standard.
An incident or event that is unexpected; and is beyond a student's control; and prevents attendance or diminishes exam performance.
A secure browser approved and required by NESA for students attempting an HSC minimum standard test or HSC online exam.
A person who has yet to demonstrate the HSC minimum standard, and is:
- otherwise eligible for the award of the HSC
- no longer enrolled or attending school
- within the five-year accumulation period.