Basic FOI Training 2

Basic & Intermediate Training 

• Are you new to processing FOI requests in Victoria?
• Do you need basic training or could do with a refresher?
• Do you want to improve your knowledge in applying the main exemptions?
• Could you do with an update on deposits, charges and fees?

If you answered YES to any of these questions, our training program is for you.

With current social distancing requirements, FOI Solutions’ face to face training sessions have been suspended.  In response to the demand for more training, this program will be delivered by videoconference as 4×1-hour sessions on 4 different days.  You can choose as many sessions as you like.  Each session costs $143 (inc GST)

About this session: Basic FOI Training 2

This session covers the following aspects of FOI processing in Victoria:

• Deposits and access charges generally
• Time limits & extensions
• Practical processing tips in early stages
• Search for documents
• Form of access
• Reviews & appeals

What you will receive

• Copy of the paper as a valuable future reference tool
• Copy of the slides for future use
• Ability to ask questions up to 24 hours before the session to be answered during the session or within 3 business days of the session.
• Ability to send questions about the session within 24 hours after the session, to be answered within 3 business days of the session.
• All attendees will receive a copy of all written questions and written responses for the session(s) attended.

Feedback from previous sessions

“Very informative and appreciated the opportunity to ask questions and receive prompt answers.”

“I liked the straightforward information and explanations.”

“Great to be able to log in remotely and not have to travel to Melbourne to attend.”

“I found it very informative.  It put a lot of things into perspective for me.  The information was easy to understand.”

“I particularly like the tips and examples of decisions and actions on previous FOI requests.”

Don’t miss out on the last FOI Basic 2 session for 2021!

The videoconference will be conducted using WebEx (end to end encryption).  For information about how this will work, click here for FAQs.