About Mayfield Education

HEALTH CARE EDUCATION

Mayfield Education – Our Story

Mayfield Education has been a leader in health education since 1963.

We’re now Victoria’s leading private not-for profit vocational education and higher education provider for the health and community services sector. For around 60 years Mayfield Education has provided accredited and non-accredited training courses and services that equip people with practical, work-related skills for work in the health and community services sectors.

Mayfield Education has a history of reliability, experience and specialist skills in providing quality health courses to government departments, regulated bodies, public and private hospitals, aged care and other health care facilities, schools, private practices and individuals.

Thanks to our highly experienced and qualified health personnel Mayfield Education offers specific health training in accredited and non-accredited courses in specialist health areas such as infection control, sterilisation, operating theatre, aged care & disability, allied health, diabetes, health management, nursing, and health technician service areas.

Mayfield's Mission

Empowering individuals and organisations through learning and development to improve health outcomes.

Mayfield's Vision

Leading innovation and excellence in the delivery of training and education for health and community services.

Mayfield's Values

Innovation – We embrace new ideas and evidence-based approaches in all that we do.

Excellence – We work to the highest possible standards to achieve quality outcomes based on best practice.

Learning –  We strive to develop individual and organisational knowledge, skills, and abilities in achieving our goals.

Integrity – We always act with honesty, openness, and fairness.

Respect – We respect each other, the needs of individuals and the reputation of Mayfield Education.

 

MAYFIELD EDUCATION

Our History

Mayfield Education, originally known as Mayfield Centre, was established in October 1963 to provide staff training and development for people working in public hospitals in Victoria. The Hospitals and Charity Commission established the Mayfield Centre in Toorak, which was officially open as a centre for hospital training by the Minister of Health, The Honourable R W Mack MLC, on 25 November 1963.

Ambulance Training

In 1963 the Hospitals and Charity Commission appointed Mr H. G. (Jock) Berry, former superintendent of the South Australian Ambulance Service, to the new position of Director of Ambulances for Training in Victoria. During the same year Mayfield Centre was established and provision was made for ambulance training to be conducted at the newly formed centre in addition to staff training and development for hospital personnel.

 

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 Air Ambulance Services

The first course was offered in March 1964 and was attended by 16 ambulance superintendents. In addition to training ambulance officers the centre provided the control facilities to the air ambulance services which operated out of Moorabbin Airport. This service proved to be so effective to other parts of Victoria that all flights and patient scheduling was carried out from Mayfield Centre.

 

In 1975 the hospital training activities at Mayfield Centre had grown to the point where there wasn’t enough space for the ambulance officer training and the training programs for hospital staff. The Hospitals and Charities Commission approved the transfer of the ambulance training school to other premises.

 

Over 240 Courses and Workshops

In the late 1980’s Mayfield Centre had grown to the point where over 240 courses, workshops and seminars were being offered each year, with around 5000 hospital personnel in attendance. Many courses were conducted at hospitals around Melbourne and at hospitals in regional areas. Training was provided in management, advanced nursing techniques, extended care, occupational health and safety, along with a range of technical courses, all designed to increase knowledge and provide skills to improve the performance of those employed in health services in Victoria.

 

Registered Training Organisation

In the mid 1990’s Mayfield Education became a Registered Training Organisation. In 2004 Mayfield Education commenced leasing of a facility at Caulfield Hospital to accommodate the nursing program. Later in 2013 the Mayfield Board decided to invest at Hawthorn East. The redevelopment provided much needed student facilities including the lounge and computer kiosk area – with full Wi-Fi access, classroom, and a laboratory for student practical sessions.

 

Currently, Mayfield Education continues its historical trademark of offering specific health training in accredited and non-accredited courses in specialist health areas such as infection control, sterilisation, operating theatre, aged care & disability, allied health, diabetes, health management, nursing and health technician service areas.

 

Mayfield Education prides itself on the support we give our students, the quality of teaching and the ease of access to course coordinators. The quality and relevance of our programs has resulted in Mayfield Education courses often being cited as the industry preferred qualification.

 

Our staff hold appropriate education qualifications as well as qualifications in their area of specialty, and only external professionals considered experts in their field teach in our programs. Recent developments include contemporary and innovative blended learning experiences, which enable online access and support for all students. These standards and innovations ensure that our students receive quality tuition that is both relevant and current.

 

Mayfield Education’s supportive learning environment has assisted in giving many students the extra confidence and skills needed to achieve their goals. Many of our students continue to advance their employment and careers, further study, and successes.

 

We are committed to assisting our students to achieve, learn and advance their careers. We believe that the quality of teaching, the low student to educator ratio (resulting in small class sizes) and the level of student support provided is what makes Mayfield Education different.

 

(Mayfield Education acknowledges the Malvern historical society, Malvern City Council, Mr. Jeffrey Robinson, Normal J. Marshall, Neville Acklon and Mr H. G. (Jock) Berry with whom gave access to records and documents related to Mayfield Education).

MAYFIELD EDUCATION

What Makes Us Different

Student Support

Mayfield Education prides itself on the support we give our students, the quality of teaching and the ease of access to course coordinators. The range of Certificate, Short Courses and Consultancy Services has been developed to meet the needs of students and the healthcare industry at a Victorian and nationwide level. The quality and relevance of our programs has resulted in Mayfield Education courses often being cited as the industry preferred qualification.

High Standard of Education

At Mayfield Education staff hold appropriate education qualifications as well as qualifications in their area of specialty, and only external professionals considered experts in their field teach in our programs. Recent developments include contemporary and innovative blended learning experiences which enable online access and support for all students. These standards and innovations ensure that our students receive quality tuition that is both relevant and current.

Qualified Staff

At Mayfield Education staff hold appropriate education qualifications as well as qualifications in their area of specialty, and only external professionals considered experts in their field teach in our programs. Recent developments include contemporary and innovative blended learning experiences which enable online access and support for all students. These standards and innovations ensure that our students receive quality tuition that is both relevant and current.

Commitment

At Mayfield Education we are committed to assisting students to achieve and learn and thus have the opportunity to advance themselves given their commitment to succeed in their chosen field. We believe that the quality of teaching, the low student to educator ratio resulting in small class sizes and the amount of support given to students undertaking courses is what’s really important. This is what makes the difference.

MAYFIELD EDUCATION

Strategic Statements

Student Centric

We empower our students through lifelong learning to be job ready in a highly competitive market.

Valuing People

We value our people by upskilling them and providing an inclusive, safe, and positive work culture

Excellence, Growth, and Innovation

We engage with and value our stakeholders so we can build innovative and efficient systems and processes to achieve growth and excellence.

Business Development and Sustainability

We are committed to adhering to the ethical business management and creative ways of sustainable business development.

Quality Education

We foster a high standard of education, embracing industry needs to build a quality workforce and providing exceptional student satisfaction.

MAYFIELD STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

What Our Graduates Are Saying

Teachers are knowledgeable; especially Ewald who has more than 30 years’ experience in the Theatre Technician field. He brings the best out of his students. He makes his classes enjoyable with his humour whilst demanding hard work from us. He requires us to be attentive during the class to ensure our best understanding of the subjects to produce the best results possible. This ensures our every success. After a difficult start brought on by initial nervousness, I found his style helpful and easy to follow. I really enjoyed this class.

Crystal (Ping Zhang)

I have started my Cert IV operating theatre technical support course with Mayfield in July 2021. Studying at Mayfield Education has boosted my knowledge, skills and self-confidence. The support, advice and suggestions provided by Ewald assisted me in getting work ready. I am pleased to say that I have been offered a job during my work placement. Thank you to Mayfield Education.

Samjhana (Samu) Uprety

Thanks to Ewald & Jaafar for your encouragement and advice during the course that has led me to places I never thought I would go.

Thank you so much for your support and mentorship throughout my course.

I have learnt so much during Cert IV Sterilisation service & Cert IV Operating Theatre technical course.

Angie

I would like to express my appreciation for the placement provided to myself to complete the medication course in 2020.

As it was an extremely difficult year for all, I  would like to sincerely thank all of who spent the time and sourced the placement. At the completion of my placement with EPC I was offered an amazing job opportunity and commenced the following week. All the staff at EPC were both helpful and encouraging throughout my placement and continue to be so now that I am no longer there as a student but employed as EEN.

Thank you again and I hope to see you while you are visiting future Mayfield students.

Melissa

My placement was very good and although the first day was daunting they made me feel at home and explained every aspect of the role. It was great and I am confident that this is what I want to do

Shaji

I've just started my first week at X Private Hospital and the certification has come right on time for my pre-employment checks. I'd like to thank you for all the help and support you've given me at my time at Mayfield, and for seeing me through to the end.

Steven

Keziah WilliamsKeziah Williams
01:38 17 Jun 24
Mayfield Education is a wonderful place to enhance knowledge and learning. Director Zainab, & the other teachers within this facility have been so supportive & helpful! Thankyou & so much is appreciated 🙂
Indu AnilIndu Anil
23:42 12 Jun 24
I was a student of certificate lll in sterilisation in 2019 batch.... Happy with the course and my 3 years of career as a CSSD technician. I recommend this institute and the course as there are lots of oppurtunities.
Steve D'SilvaSteve D'Silva
09:29 06 May 24
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23:32 23 Apr 24
I became aware of the OTT course through a colleague. I enrolled in it as it fitted well with my work schedule and I was therefore able to focus on my studies while working.I started the one-year course in 2022 and enjoyed all units, particularly those relating to the provision of operative equipment and technical support. The course is highly relevant to my job placement.The course mirrors the practical aspects of real work-life situations. It allows for a broad introduction into the field resulting in a smooth transition to technical specificities. This is reflected in the highly technical assessment on offer. Lessons and assessments require the students' utmost commitment and preparation as a prelude to the real-world working environment. Just turning up to class will not do.Teachers are knowledgeable; especially Ewald who has more than 30 years’ experience in the Theatre Technician field. He brings the best out of his students. He makes his classes enjoyable with humor while demanding hard work from us. He requires us to be attentive during the class to ensure our best understanding of the subjects to produce the best results possible. This ensures our every success. After a difficult start brought on by initial nervousness, I found his style helpful and easy to follow. I enjoyed this class.
Jesmine LalJesmine Lal
04:13 18 Apr 24
Doing the Diabetes Education course at Mayfield was great way to upgrade my nursing skills and open up a potentially new career pathway for myself. The face-to-face sessions and the clinical placement opportunities added to the positive experience on top of getting to learn from professionals from the same field!
JANCY THOMASJANCY THOMAS
02:07 05 Apr 24
Thanks for mayfield for supporting for the course. A special thanks to Midhun our course coordinator for all his support throughout the course. He was really encouraging for me to complete the program. I would suggest students to choose this centre for a DNE course definitely.
Lizy PhilipLizy Philip
00:29 05 Apr 24
We had a great experience at Mayfield ,the teachers were very helpful and guided us to achieve our goal, A special thanks to Mithun for his encouragement throughout the course,its a great place to study hence highly recommended !!
DraganaDragana
07:19 15 Feb 24
Ashleigh WheatonAshleigh Wheaton
23:03 20 Nov 23
Thank you Mayfield for supporting me all the way through my certificate. A special thanks to Ewald for believing in me and always pushing me to be better! I couldn't have completed this without your encouragement to keep going. Also a thanks to Tyson for your wonderful customer service and communication.
Ly LikarLy Likar
02:08 24 Aug 23
Thank you so much for dedicated teaching from experience teacher and all support for good work placement from Mayfield Education!
Esther SamuelsEsther Samuels
16:03 24 Jul 23
Recently finished my PG in Diabetes Nursing, I found Mayfield to be an awesome Tafe, one of the best Tafe for Diabetes Education and with lots of support for their students. Hence, it is highly recommended. Thanks to Mayfield Team.
Vivienne SpeirsVivienne Speirs
07:19 06 Jun 23
(From an attendee at our recent conference. Mayfield education presented).The disinfection and sterilisation lecture given by Lisa Li was very informative and gave practical instruction on best practice for sterilisation. It was great to have such a vital part of our everyday practice reinforced, and the importance of strict adherence highlighted. I learnt about gold standard sterilising operations and workplace set up, common issues and how to avert these, and the importance of adhering to manufacturer’s guidelines for all solutions and processes.
Rajan AnandRajan Anand
23:05 24 Feb 23
Recently finished my course from mayfield education very satisfied with their Services.Highly experienced and educated staff.very professional highly recommend to everyone. Big thanks to Zainab Akhter (Director of the collage).Amreen (Trainer) very helpful.
Tallulah HTallulah H
06:40 15 Sep 22
Having completed my course here in recent weeks, I could not be more pleased and grateful with the current staff involved. This year has been well structured to the best of their ability, given the climate of the pandemic. I have found the coordinator and staff to be very responsive and have very much appreciated their ongoing support.
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