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2021 Vocational Education and Training (VET)
VET 2021 provisional applications are now open through the ‘Expression of Interest’ application form.
Each year students enquire about studying a VET subject as part of their subjects in either Year 10 or 11. If you are interested in exploring a VET subject please investigate the following information.
A helpful place to look is in the MS Teams folders:
- VET folder – how VET works
- 2021 Senior Pathways Handbook in the folder labelled General
- VET website
Have you seen the GET VET Video Series?
The GET VET website has some great videos offering student perspectives on a range of VET courses. See the videos here.
Some of the VET courses available are Animal Studies, Applied Fashion and Design and Technology, Automotive, Building & Construction, Hospitality, Kitchen operations, Music Industry, Plumbing and Screen & Media. These are certificates that some of our students have studied.
For further information or to collect an ‘Expression of Interest’ form please email Mrs Wakeham. If you would like to chat further please contact the College on Tel: 9848 4677.
The ‘Expression of Interest’ form needs to be emailed to Mrs Wakeham by Friday 14 August, 2020 so that a provisional application can be submitted to the provider.
Mrs Wakeham
VET Coordinator, Career Counsellor
Beyond School - Study Guide
The Beyond School Study Guide is a useful tool for information about tertiary study and government help. Check out the factsheets on each of the HELP loans, different pathways to university, and compare what study might look like in higher education and vocational education and training (VET). View the guide here. You can also access key information from VTAC here.
Important dates for Year 12s
MAS Experience
Mas Experience provide career advice on apprenticeships, traineeships and pathways. Through their Gateway Program they can also assist with finding employment.
Job opportunities for apprentices and trainees:
- Arts, Culture & Performance
Key occupations include Events Promotion Officer and Assistant Broadcast Technician - Building and Construction
Key occupations include Construction Assistant and Bricklayer - Business, Clerical and Financial Services
Key occupations include Superannuation Agent and Tax Agent - Electrical, Electronics and Utilities
Key occupations include Electrical Fitter and Gas Industry Field Worker - Food and Wine Processing
Key occupations include Retail Baker and Food Processing Technician - Gardening, Farming, Animals and Environment
Key occupations include Pet Groomer and Farmhand - Government, Schools, Public Safety and Corrections
Key occupations include Prison Officer and Local Government Operations Worker - Health, Care and Community Services
Key occupations include Aged Care Worker and Dental Assistant - Hospitality, Travel and Tourism
Key occupations include Waiter and Visitor Information Officer - Information Technology and Telecommunications
Key occupations include Network Technician and Help Desk Officer - Metal and Engineering
Key occupations include Metal Fabricator and Locksmith - Property Maintenance and Management
Key occupations include Property Manager and Pest Controller - Resource Mining and Processing
Key occupations include Drilling Assistant and Plant Operator - Retail, Sales, Marketing and Customer Service
Key occupations include Customer Service Assistant and Visual Merchandiser - Sport, Recreation, Hair, Beauty and Services
Key occupations include Fitness Trainer and Hairdresser - Transport, Logistics and Warehousing
Trainees can obtain Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) with qualification and may be able enter a university program.
Jobs Board
Mas Experience can place people into paid apprenticeships and traineeships. Click this link to their Jobs Board to view latest vacancies. They are also available for one-on-one interviews (see Mrs Ramsay for details).
Donna Mckinlay
Careers Support
How can the Careers Team Help You?
It’s a busy time for students across the College as they make decisions around subjects and planning for their future. Mrs Ramsay and our wonderful Careers Team are here to support students in knowing their options. Please click here to see their short video and reach out if you need help with your decision making. We’re here for you!
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