Careers

The Careers Department

Year 10

To round off a busy end to Term 2 the Year 10 students participated in the Sandringham College Work Experience Program. The students went to a varied array of placements, including the following.

• Engineering
• Building
• Childcare
• Veterinary Clinics
• Business
• Retail
• Hospitality
• Physiotherapy

The students had a valuable experience and the feedback from the employers has been insightful and very positive. Thank you to all the Year 10’s for their hard work and commitment.

Year 12

Year 12 students are just about to start the process of deciding on a pathway and applying for courses and apprenticeships. More information on the application process will be sent home next week.

DATES    https://www.vtac.edu.au/dates.html

Institution updates

Diploma Courses as Pathways to Bachelor Degrees

ACU offers five diplomas that articulate into select bachelor degrees.  Students who complete a diploma may enter the second year of the desired bachelor’s degree.  An ATAR of 50.00 is usually required for entry.

• The Diploma of Biomedical Science articulates into the Bachelor of Biomedical Science and may also provide a pathway into a range of double degrees.
• The Diploma of Business articulates into the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Business Administration.
• The Diploma of Exercise Science articulates into the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science and may also provide a pathway into a range of double degrees.
• The Diploma of Information Technology articulates into the Bachelor of Information Technology, and may also provide a pathway into a range of double degrees.
• The Diploma of Nutrition Science 

These are just a few of the pathways Diplomas available to students. If you would like more information on others pathway courses, please come and see Deb Hanlen.

 Career as a Paramedic Deciding to become a paramedic is a life-changing decision. For many the first decision they want to make is to decide what type of paramedic training they need. 

Being a paramedic is about a lot more than lights and sirens and rushing to help someone in need.  Paramedics perform clinical procedures, administer drugs, maintain patient records and decide the most appropriate medical facility to take someone to. 

There are different types of paramedics – visit Types of Paramedics.

To find out more about being a paramedic in Victoria, browse the Ambulance Victoria website at Paramedics. 

  New Majors in the Bachelor of Arts

Our arts, humanities and social science courses are designed for action.  Meaning, you’ll not only build your understanding of contemporary society, but also your confidence and distinct skill set to make the difference you want to see.  As mentioned in an earlier newsletter, Swinburne is reimagining its Arts degree, and offering a range of innovative majors.  These include – 

• Climate and Social Justice 
• Perspectives on Globalisation 
• Ethics and Technology 
• Politics, Power, and Technology 
• Screen Studies and Popular Culture - 
• Professional and Creative Writing

• Professional Business Cadetships
  Open to current Year 12 students, Professional Cadetships provide unparalleled opportunities.  As a Cadet, you combine study at the university of your choice with paid work at a leading company.

Under this program, cadets are placed in Global Research at UBS, a top-ranking investment bank.  As already mentioned, cadets combine paid work with study at the university of their choice in Melbourne, enabling them to launch their career from the start of university rather than waiting until graduation.

To gain a better idea of the cadet experience, students might like to check out the following video: Professional Business Cadetships

Business Cadetship applications are made online to Professional Cadetships Australia: Professional Cadets.  The link to the application is - Business Cadetship Application.  Applications are open and close on Wednesday 17 August 2022.

There are still several Tertiary open days in the coming weeks. They are a great way to get an insight into the institution and the courses you are interested in.