Work Experience – it’s a wrap.

Last week, 277 students were actively involved in the work experience program, in addition to the 10 students who have ongoing placements as part of their VCAL program. A further 14 students are out on work experience placement this week. In addition, 36 students have organised placements to accommodate employers who are offering extraordinary experiences in the work place for our students, but were unable to do this during our scheduled work experience week.

We have already processed 324 work experience and 18 non-work experience placements this year, and over the past four years, over 1,350 employers have provided our students with somewhere to learn and grow as future members of the adult work force. As mentioned in last week’s newsletter, it is no mean feat to secure safe, meaningful placements for 300 students at the one time. Most of the feedback from employers has been overwhelmingly positive, and students have also predominantly brought back stories of success. We are extremely grateful to all those employers who looked after our young people for the week, especially those who jumped in at the last minute, or who hosted more than one student.

A quick snapshot of the kinds of experiences our students had this year:

Retail (large and small-scale)
Design
Medical and scientific research
Car detailing
Aged care
Childcare
Gardening
A wide range of construction-based trades
Primary schools
Bike repairs
Horse care & vet nursing
Pharmacies
Libraries
Architecture
Business administration and reception
Beauty services
Hospitality
Emergency services
Radio & other media
Not-for-profit
Nursing & medical facilities
Health and fitness

As an example of the power of Work Experience, we had this shared with us recently from the parent of a 2017 alumnus, Luke Bell Layton. Congratulations Luke!

I just thought you'd like to know that my son, Luke Bell Layton who graduated from VCE last year was offered a 4 year cadetship in April with UBS Australia. This all came about from his Year 10 work experiences. Luke started a Computer Science Degree at Monash (his third option) and after some debate decided to transfer to RMIT and start his degree of choice, a Commerce Degree, and be closer to where he is working in the city. Nearly 2 months into his new position he is in his element and thriving. Exciting news and all credit to the teachers, staff and the incredible support he gained form attending Northcote High! - Vicki Bell

More great resources for parents

The earliest and often the most powerful learning about careers is shaped by the adults in a child's life. The Assist your child feature page from myfuture.edu.au will help you to support and encourage your child or another young person with their career making decisions.

https://myfuture.edu.au/footer/assist-others/assist-your-child

My Melbourne Future

The University of Melbourne's annual My Melbourne Future course information evenings are running between 5-27 June. These events are an opportunity to chat face-to-face with University of Melbourne staff about your future!

12 sessions will be running, covering courses in:

Arts
Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine
Biomedicine
Commerce
Design
Education
Engineering
Fine Arts
Information Technology
Law
Music
Science

New sports industry program

Richmond Football Club, with Swinburne University of Technology, have developed an exciting new program combining a Diploma of Sport Development (SIS50612) and a Diploma of Leadership & Management (BSB51915). See the attached flyer for more information.

Do you need to sit the UMAT?

Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admissions Test is for Year 12 students wanting to practice medicine or dentistry. UMAT is held once a year during the peak of Year 12 studies (25th July in 2018).

UMAT is a compulsory test to assist with the selection of students into medicine and dentistry undergraduate courses commencing in 2019.
UMAT 2018 will be held on the 25th of July 2018. Registration deadline is on the 1st of June 2018, 5pm.
UMAT is held once a year usually on the last Wednesday of July. Students can repeat the UMAT if they were unsuccessful the year before.
Students can register for the UMAT only via the ACER website.

Preparation workshop

The National Institute of Education (NIE) will be conducting a full day UMAT preparation workshop on the 9th of June 2018 (venue: MLC - Methodist Ladies' College, Kew). Places are strictly limited. All details are available via www.nie.edu.au.

This workshop is also highly recommended to anyone in years 10 - 11 and aiming for a head start in UMAT preparation.

FREE Film & TV Short Course Information

& Film Screening Night

On this night you will have the opportunity to see the facilities and get a sense of what it is like to study Film & TV at the VCA in Southbank.

School tours will commence at 6pm, where you’ll also get to ask any questions you have about film and TV short courses. The film screening will commence at 6.45pm. For more information, see http://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/short-courses/film-and-tv-short-course-information-and-film-screening-night.

Hotel School

The Hotel School is excited to invite you to attend 'Info Evening' on Wednesday, 30th of May, 2018.

This will be a great opportunity for you to:

Know more about 'The Hotel School Advantage'
Meet academic staff & current students
Go on a campus tour
Ask questions

Info evening will commence sharply at 5:30pm. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-hotel-school-melbourne-info-evening-tickets-45885413507?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.

This year’s Global Career Hotel Experience at The Grand Hyatt Melbourne will take place on 1st July 2018. Until 31st May Global Career Hotel Experience tickets will be sold at an EARLY BIRD rate of $15 per participating student (Full price is $25). Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/global-career-hotel-experience-see-the-opportunity-with-the-hotel-school-tickets-45882629179?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Study at Melbourne Webinar Series

These Webinars from the University of Melbourne outline their unique model and showcase specific degrees.

Australian Defense Force Gap Year 2019

Gap Year is a unique opportunity for students to try out a career in Navy, Army or Air Force and get a feel for a military life without committing for a longer period.

In 2019 there are 14 roles to choose from ranging from admin to supply, and even artillery. Places are filling fast - for more information see https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/students-and-education/gap-year/?utm_source=EDM&utm_medium=midcampaignCA&utm_campaign=gapyear2019.

Inside Monash Seminars

Get the inside story of what it’s really like to study at Monash. You’ll hear from a current student, a past student and an academic. All seminars start at 6.30pm. See their website for more information: https://www.monash.edu/inside-monash

Event alerts: Music and Design

Junior Students End of Year Concert 2017

Mid Year Music Concert Series

Northcote High School Design Show