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Year 12 students interested in a career in the Automotive Industry were able to speak directly with a representative from ‘Apprenticeships R US’ about their upcoming pre-apprenticeship and work experience opportunities available after the HSC exams.
MyGateway – a Group Training Organisation spoke with students about traineeship and apprenticeship opportunities available to them after completing their HSC.
Students have been supported in completing their UAC applications.
Reminder:
On time UAC applications close midnight 30 September, at a cost of $70.
Late applications will incur a cost of $200 from 1 October 2019 to Friday 7 February 2020.
https://www5.uac.edu.au/uacug/
If you wish to apply for SRS – Schools Recommendation Scheme – you must apply through UAC.
Western Sydney University Direct Applications – Free!
Apply now for courses at WSU- https://westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws/
Applications can be made seven days a week except between 2am and 5am Sydney time. For help with the application read the support pages. Your application will time-out if you do not enter any information for 30 minutes.
Inspiring The Future: Careers In Construction Day
Students in year 10 interested in Construction attended the Blacktown “Inspiring the Future: Careers in Construction” day where they were able to speak directly with various employers and businesses about the opportunities available across the Construction Industry.
Students waiting to enter the event on Wednesday 18 September
Students waiting to enter the event on Wednesday 18 September
The students were able to complete expressions of interest for various training and apprenticeship opportunities with the employers and businesses that were present.
Industry speakers and presenters were from the following – NECA Training and Apprenticeships; LNA Master Landscapers Association; TAFE NSW; HIA Apprentices; 1300Apprentices; MBA Education Centre; Lendlease; Transport NSW; Master Plumbers; My Gateway GTO; Sarina Russo Apprenticeships; Sydney Metro; Sydney Metro City and SW Line-wide Works; UGL, Infra Works; Systems Connect; West Connex; Triaxle Consulting; A.G. Coombs Air Conditioning and Heating; RACCA Australia; Training Services NSW.
Students learnt that VET subjects, apprenticeships and traineeships provide them with immediate skills and knowledge to gain employment within an industry and that they can be the stepping stone to higher education to gain a degree if wanted or needed.
Career Decision Making - Important Links
The following websites were provided to support career decision making:
Australian Apprenticeships – https://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au
Job Jumpstart – https://jobjumpstart.gov.au
Job Outlook – https://joboutlook.gov.au
My Skills – https://wwwmyskills.gov.au
Study Assist – https://www.studyassit.gov.au
VET. It’s Right Now – https://wwwmyskills.gov.au/rightnow
Parents are reminded that they can access all these and many more links through the Evans High School Careers website on www.evanshighcareers.com
Please register to receive regular newsletters and information about careers workshops, open days and information sessions.
Parents can also access the Job Jump website which all students are asked to register with:
To register – go to the pink “I’m New” button on the top right.
Enter the school name – Evans High
Password is - whales
Then click on the green “continue” button to register and use your own email and password.
Year 10 and LLN Robot
Year 10 have recently competed an online vocationally orientated Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment. The assessment is linked to Level 3 of the Australian Skills Core Framework (ACSF). LLN Robot is an online system that combines ACSF testing, Course profiling and LLN Support for students.
How does LLN work?
- The LLN Robot analyses the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) levels of courses that students indicate they have an interest in and against the VET courses offered at school
- The system compares learner results with the ACSF levels of your courses
- Robot generates individualised LLN Training Programs & Supplements for your learners.
Students who have completed the assessment have been matched against their courses of interest and have received a printed copy of their results and individualised training supplements. If you would like to discuss your child’s results and work please contact Ms Jansen on 0296213622 ext 123 or vicki.t.jansen@det.nsw.edu.au
Careers Events in HSC Subject Areas:
Check out the following courses and events coming up:
CAPA - Dance, Drama, Music, Visual Arts
University of Wollongong - Important Closing Dates for Auditions
Entry into the Bachelor of Performance and Theatre is based on a combination of both academic results and audition. Due to the practical nature of this course, all applicants are required to audition to demonstrate their talent and potential to excel in this field. Registration closes 1 November 2019.
You are required to complete this online form, and prepare one of the UOW selected audition pieces.
University Of Newcastle - New Creative Majors in 2020
The School of Creative Industries offers innovative and collaborative programs which now allow students the opportunity to combine one home major from within their program with a selected secondary major from another program offered within the School of Creative Industries.
- Bachelor of Communication
- Bachelor of Music
- Bachelor of Visual Communication Design
Click newcastle.edu.au/degrees/creative-industries-majors to find out more about the new majors and the program handbook.
Charles Sturt University - Communication and Creative Industries Degrees
The entry requirements for the Bachelor of Creative Industries (Acting and Performance) and Bachelor of Theatre Media includes a compulsory audition with academic staff demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the quality, depth and relevance of performance/answers given.
Click the relevant link below to book a face-to-face audition, or click here to upload a digital audition for either course.
http://scci.csu.edu.au/courseconsultation/
Australian Institute of Music - AIM Sydney Information Evening
September 27th, 6pm to 7.30pm, Australian Institute of Music - 1 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills.
AIM Sydney invites you to an intimate evening information session where we'll take you on a personalised campus tour, hear what makes AIM special from our academics and students plus have a chat to our friendly team members who will be able to answer any questions you may have ahead of our January 2020 intake.
AFTRS School Holiday Courses
All workshops are taught by industry professionals using industry standard equipment and, where appropriate, are held in AFTRS’ state-of-the-art film, TV and radio studios. Check out the range of courses available during the October holidays here:
https://www.aftrs.edu.au/course-types/school-holidays/
Sydney Actors School
Is acting what you want to do with your life? Do you need guidance and opportunity to ‘make it’?
If your dream is to build a thriving career in the screen, stage and media industry, then Sydney Actors School is almost certainly the acting school for you. If you are interested in applying to audition for our acting courses the online Acting Application Form needs to be completed. For further information please visit the Audition Procedures page.
https://www.sydneyactorsschool.edu.au/apply/
Australian Design Centre
An amazing resource to see the leaders and trend setters of design in fashion, interior, architecture, product design and more. Recognising the leading lights of designers, thinkers, and makers of a growing resource dedicated to promoting and advocating for Australian contemporary craft and design on the world stage.
https://australiandesigncentre.com/
PDHPE - Community and Family Studies
The Australian College of Physical Education - ACPE Open Day - 28 September
Sydney Olympic Park, 10 Parkview Drive, Sydney Olympic Park
Meet with academic and student support staff to get answers to all of your study and student life queries and find out where a qualification from ACPE can take your career.
Camp America Information Sessions
Camp America run monthly information sessions for the upcoming season. Work at a summer camp in the USA and gain invaluable experience and skills in leadership, responsibility and confidence to name a few. View all our upcoming events at below or if you have questions email - info@campamerica.com.au
www.campamerica.com.au/get-started/events
MATHS and SCIENCE - Senior Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Night Sky Discovery - Macquarie Astronomical Observatory sessions
September 27 and 28, 8pm and every Friday and Saturday night - North 3 Car Park, Gymnasium Rd, Macquarie Park.
The Association for Astronomy invites you to observe the cosmos with your own eyes at the Macquarie University Astronomical Observatory. View planets, moons, binary stars, star clusters, nebulae and bright galaxies through our professional maintained 12" and 16" in-dome telescopes. You will be guided by our experienced staff so bring all your astronomy questions with you!
Why Australian Students Are Starting to Prepare for Medical Careers in High School
For most individuals, it takes an average of 10+ years of schooling and experience to become a doctor in Australia. While the path to working in medicine has always been a challenging one, it is becoming even more rigorous with each passing year. Students as young as high school aged are now actively preparing for their future careers in medicine. Explore three of the top reasons that young Australians are preparing for medical school at an earlier age than ever before.
https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/medicine/cost-of-medical-school/
Become a Psychiatrist
A step by step guide to the career of psychiatry.
Some universities offer a slightly different pathway for high school graduates. If you have provisional entry into medicine from high school, you will do a two year accelerated undergraduate degree (e.g. Biomedical Science) before entering medical school. In this pathway you will do a four year medical degree following on from your two year accelerated biomedical science / health science degree.
From there you have several more steps before becoming a fully qualified psychiatrist. Read on here:
https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/become-a-psychiatrist/
UTS Honours in Science – Info Evening
1 October 2019, 4:30 pm -7:30pm - University of Technology Sydney, 15 Broadway, Building 1.
Meet researchers and current students, and learn about the exciting science research areas available for honours at UTS: Environmental Sciences, Infection and Immunity, Medical and Molecular Biosciences, Applied Chemistry, Applied Physics and Nanotechnology, Mathematics, Statistics, Forensics, Biomedical Physics.
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/uts-honours-in-science-info-evening-tickets-68095504487
Dentistry Scholarship
La Trobe University is offering the PSA Insurance Program in Dentistry for Rural Victoria Scholarship for one student valued at $80,000. It covers accommodation at La Trobe Bendigo's Hillside Apartments and placement accommodation for rural students, as well as other associated costs. Applications open on 1 October. More details:
https://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships
Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors Scholarship
The Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS) offers scholarships for Year 12 students who qualify for entry into a Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Construction Management or other appropriate course at an AIQS accredited university in Australia. The total scholarship value equates to AU$5,000 across the degree. For more information, please visit:
CQUniversity Online New Degrees
CQUniversity is offering five new degrees in Term 1, 2020. Click on the links below to view more details on these new opportunities:
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Design) and Diploma of Building Design
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Control and Instrumentation) and Bachelor of Information Technology (Application Development)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Construction) and Diploma of Construction Management
Study Medicine
Australian medical degrees/degrees leading to medicine. New updated degree information with three new degrees leading to medicine including La Trobe University rural medical pathway.
https://www.studymedicine.com.au/deadlines/
Study Medicine free resource – What’s your Plan B if you don’t get into medicine?
Universities are limiting the types of degrees that enable a subsequent move across to medicine, so it’s important to fully consider your Plan B options to ensure you choose the right pathway degree. This FAQ and guide helps students think through their medicine Plan A and also their Plan B options and can be found below or email: admin@studymedicine.com.au
https://www.studymedicine.com.au/ama
HSIE - Aboriginal Studies, Ancient History, Business Studies, Legal Studies, Modern History, Society and Culture
Become a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) Information Session
Wednesday, 16 October. 5.30 PM - 6.30 PM, CPA Australia, Level 3, 111 Harrington Street, Sydney.
Interested in becoming a CPA member? Join us at our upcoming information session and discover how becoming a CPA can benefit you and support your career goals.
https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/become-a-cpa/information-sessions/australia
Western Sydney University –High School Mooting, Kirby Cup -NSW
October 28 and 29. Mooting is a hypothetic case argued among students, traditionally between novice barristers, but now typically at university level. It is an important part of the Western Sydney University School of Law curriculum, providing students the opportunity to develop skills in advocacy in real courtroom settings. Register your team now by sending your expression of interest to Rita Mifsud, Professional/Project Officer, School of Law.
Engagement.Law@westernsydney.edu.au
https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0007/1490965/Kirby_Cup_Flyer_2019.pdf
CQUniversity Online New Degrees
CQUniversity is offering new degrees in Term 1, 2020. Click on the links below to view more details on these new opportunities:
Inspired by Business Gadigal Scholarship
This scholarship aims to support talented Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students to achieve their full potential. Value $10,000 per year over 4 years.
https://sydney.edu.au/scholarships/a/inspired-business-gadigal-scholarship.html
University of Sydney Business School – Honours Information Session
27 September 2019, 3:00 pm -5:00 pm, The Refectory, Level 5, Abercrombie Business School, University of Sydney, Camperdown.
Discover the Business School’s honours program and be inspired as you develop research skills designed to fast track your future. This session will give you the opportunity to interact with current and past honours students.
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/business-school-honours-information-session-registration-69116925585
TAS - Food Technology, Industrial Technology, Textiles and Design
Japanese Cooking and Culture School Classes
Chatswood and Artarmon.
We are offering some exciting courses for Japanese home-style cooking, Language (Nihongo) & Flower arrangement to learn from experienced Japanese teachers.
http://japanesecookingandculture.com.au/
The Hotel School –Info Evening –Sydney
26 September . 5.30pm to 7.00pm, 60 Phillips St, Sydney
If your interest is hospitality, tourism or business management and you want to explore a global career path then join us at our information session. The session is designed to provide you with information on the courses offered at The Hotel School, you can speak with the academic team and experience the campus. Come and discover how to make a start in the hospitality and tourism industry.
https://hotelschool.scu.edu.au/events/sydney-information-evening/
Hotel School Free HSC Revision Clinic
Thursday, 3rd October. 9am to 3pm
60 Phillips St, Sydney
We are delighted to offer HSC Hospitality Students the opportunity to spend the day with The Hotel School revising the Food and Beverage HSC syllabus.
https://hotelschool.scu.edu.au/events/sydney-hsc-revision-clinic/
Sturt School for Wood, including Certificate IV in Fine Woodwork 2020 Applications Open
Many of Australia's most established furniture makers are graduates of the Sturt School or teach at the School. The Sturt course is unique in Australia offering unrivalled teaching hours, bench time and workshop access.
Certificate IV in Furniture Design and Technology as a full-time 1-year course.
To enquire contact: Mark Viner, Head of Sturt. Ph: 02 4860 2080 or email mviner@sturt.nsw.edu.au
http://www.sturt.nsw.edu.au/education/1year-fine-furniture
Tocal College Open Day
11 October - Tocal College, Paterson Campus
Our College Open Days are a wonderful opportunity to visit Tocal and experience first hand all that it can offer students who are eager for a rewarding career in agriculture, agribusiness or horse breeding and training. Contact : James Hooke : james.hooke@dpi.nsw.gov.au
https://www.tocal.nsw.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0008/721619/Tocal-College-open-days-2019.pdf
Applications for Cadetship in the Thoroughbred Industry
For students who have a passion for horses, this is the ultimate GAP year. The Explorer Cadetship Program is a 12-month stable and stud horsemanship program in the world-leading Australian thoroughbred industry where students learn and earn money from the best of the best. Learn more about this extraordinary program here: https://tbindustrycareers.com.au/explorer-cadetship2/
VET - Vocational Education and Training Courses
TAFE NSW
One of our unique selling points at TAFE NSW is the support we provide to our students. Specifically, our Counselling and Career Development Services provides students with free and confidential career development and personal support. Our support doesn’t end once they enrol, it’s just the beginning.
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/counselling-career-development-services
VET Student Loans For Your Training at TAFE
Explore your fee and payment options, learn about the VET Student Loan program and check your eligibility.
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/vet-student-loans
Apprentice Traineeship Literacy and Numeracy Quiz Questions
Select your favourite apprenticeship or traineeship and do the fun quiz. Put your skills to the test and check you have what it takes to have the main qualities to begin an apprenticeship or traineeship. Having the main skills will allow you to settle in to the training and work for your chosen apprenticeship or traineeship position. Answers are at the end for you to check your effort.
https://www.aapathways.com.au/practice-aptitude-quizzes
VET Explained for Students
Fee-free apprenticeships and financial support from the NSW Government. Apprenticeships are now fee-free in NSW, and there’s a heap of VET traineeships and courses subsidised under the our Smart and Skilled program. If you’re eligible, you only pay part of your training costs – we pay the rest.
Graduating with little to no debt means more freedom and more opportunity.
https://vet.nsw.gov.au/student
VET Retail Services
SummerJobs.com.au
This is a new website for high school and uni students looking for Christmas casual jobs. SummerJobs.com.au puts them all in one place. It includes tips about when and how to get roles at specific companies (https://summerjobs.com.au/companies/top). It also has a really useful blog designed specifically for first-job seekers (https://summerjobs.com.au/blog)
Certificate of Registration - Real Estate
Are you looking for a career in real estate? The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW) wants to ensure that you get the most out of your learning experience and launch your real estate career in the best possible way.
VET Tourism and Events
Events are a booming industry with lots of job opportunities in varied trades and professions. Every day, in venues around the country, highly skilled teams are working together to deliver great events in areas like pop culture, boating, fashion, fitness, lifestyle and tech. A career in exhibitions and events is a career for life. Read the success stories of 10 young people:
The Exciting World of Event Management
October 2nd, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, 561 Harris St, Ultimo.
Workshops are a great opportunity for students in grades 9-12 to get a taste of life at JMC Academy while engaging in a fun, hands-on program relating to their own creative passion. This workshop will commence with how the live event industry works from behind the scenes, who is involved and what are the processes of planning and producing all types of live events.
Other Fields
Australian Careers Business College (ACBC) Open Days
Business, Accounting, Management, Child Care, Law Clerk, Tourism, Counselling, IT, Sport Development. ACBC Open Days are a great opportunity for students and parents to meet with ACBC Careers Advisors and explore VET options that don’t require ATAR scores, but have pathways and articulation to University study options.
ACAP Experience – Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, Criminology
ACAP is hosting a special event October 2nd to give prospective students a taste of what we do. We welcome any students who are interested in studying psychology, counselling, social work, or criminology. Our leading academics will discuss their research and what it's like to be a student at ACAP.
If you have any other questions about studying at ACAP, contact us on 1800 061 199, email connect@acap.edu.au or visit acap.edu.au
Indigenous Police Recruitment
The Indigenous Police Recruitment Our Way Delivery Program (IPROWD) supports Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to join the NSW Police Force or other Justice and Emergency Services Agencies.