Pathways

Year 10

Year 10 students have been sent a Career Tools link to their new school email address requesting they complete 2 quick and easy career-based quizzes: Career Co Pilot and Personality Quiz. Students need to follow the link, sign up with their school email, create a password and complete the quizzes. The Career tools quizzes compliment the Year 9 Morrisby assessment designed to identify student’s interests, strengths, skills and individual personality code guiding career conversations for VCE, subject planning, goal setting through career action plans and post-secondary pathways. Each student will have an individual 30-minute discussion with an experienced Pathways career practitioner during class time.

Please encourage your child to complete the Career Tools quizzes as soon as possible. Counselling commences next Tuesday 11th March and will continue into Term 2 due to the volume of Year 10 students.

Defence Careers Australia - Melbourne: Defence Careers Information Session

Wondering whether a job in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) is the right fit for you?

Come along to an upcoming info session where you'll have the opportunity to ask questions and learn everything you want to know regarding job roles in the Navy, Army and Air Force. You'll have the chance to speak with current serving members to see if an ADF career is the one for you.

It is highly recommended you book as soon as possible to avoid missing out as places are strictly limited!

Date: Tuesday March 11

Time: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Location: Melbourne ADF Careers Centre

Details and Registration:

https://www.adfcareers.gov.au/events/events-detail/sh36o33

Defence Force Work Experience Program

The Defence Work Experience Program provides secondary students from Years 10-12 with the opportunity to experience a wide range of careers available in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Australian Public Service (APS). The program is offering a variety of placements in Victoria. For more information, please visit the Defence Work Experience Program Job List website. Please remember to check the Jobs List website regularly for newly advertised placements.

1. A Day in the Navy – Guided Tours: HMAS Cerberus

· Guided tours designed specifically for students with an interest in the Navy

· Location: HMAS Cerberus, VIC

· Tour Dates: 7 April 2025

· Bookings: This event is not advertised online.

Please refer to attached PDF for bookings and further details.

· Link to book: Book via the QR code below.

2. Introduction to Navy: HMAS Cerberus (April)

A program designed specifically for students with an interest in the Navy

· Location: HMAS Cerberus, VIC

· Placement Dates: 29 April - 01 May 2025

· Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 16 March 2025

· Link to apply: Introduction to Navy: HMAS Cerberus (April)

3. Army Trade Familiarisation (Engineering, Electrical and Health): Bandiana

A program designed specifically for students with an interest in Engineering, Electrical Trades and Health careers the Army

· Location: Bandiana, VIC

· Placement Date: 20 May 2025

· Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 23 March 2025

· Link to apply: Army Trade Familiarisation (Engineering, Electrical and Health): Bandiana

4. Joint Military Police Unit Overview: Simpson Barracks

Showcasing careers with the Joint Military Police Unit (Tri-service)

· Location: Macleod, VIC

· Placement Date: 14 May 2025

· Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 23 March 2025

· Link to apply: Joint Military Police Unit Overview: Simpson Barracks

5. STEM Immersion Week: Fishermans Bend (June)

Showcasing various STEM careers

· Location: Port Melbourne, VIC

· Placement Dates: 30 June - 4 July 2025

· Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 4 May 2025

· Link to apply: STEM Immersion Week: Fishermans Bend (June)

6. Introduction to Navy: HMAS Cerberus (Overnight Placement) (July)

A program designed specifically for students with an interest in the Navy.

· Location: HMAS Cerberus, VIC

· Placement Dates: 28 July – 01 August 2025

· Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 1 June 2025

· Link to apply: Introduction to Navy: HMAS Cerberus (Overnight Placement) (July)

7. Day in the Life of a Medic/Nurse: Bandiana

A program focussing on the role of Medic/Nurse the Army

· Location: Bandiana, VIC

· Placement Date: 29 October 2025

· Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 31 August 2025

· Link to apply: Day in the Life of a Medic/Nurse: Bandiana

8. STEM Immersion Week: Fishermans Bend (November)

· Location: Port Melbourne, VIC

· Placement Dates: 24 - 28 November 2025

· Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 28 September 2025

· Link to apply: STEM Immersion Week: Fishermans Bend (November)

9. Australian Army Band Melbourne: Simpson Barracks

A program designed specifically for students with an interest in Musician roles in the Army

· Location: Melbourne, VIC

· Placement Dates: Multiple opportunities throughout 2025 - to be negotiated

· Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 9 November 2025

· Link to apply: Australian Army Band Melbourne: Simpson Barracks

In addition, applicants may apply for interstate placements, however, please refer to travel and accommodation details in the placement Information Packs.

If you have any questions regarding the Defence Work Experience Program, please email vic.workexperience@defence.gov.au.

Victoria University - Remedial Massage Information Session

Join us for a Wednesday information session to learn about studying remedial massage at Victoria University (VU) and receive a complimentary massage.

The sessions will cover:
the course structure and information
industry connections
placement opportunities
pathways to further study.

You will also gain access to VU clinic services, current students and trainers.

Day: Tuesday March 11 & Tuesday 18th March

Time: 1–2pmLocation: Details in link

Details and Registration: https://www.vu.edu.au/about-vu/news-events/events/remedial-massage-information-sessions

Defence Careers Australia - ADFA Careers Virtual Information Session

At the Australian Defence Force Academy you will receive service training while studying for your UNSW degree, and graduate as an Officer in the Australian Defence Force.

Join us for a virtual info session to find out how the Australian Defence Force Academy can change your life.

Spaces are limited, so register ASAP!

Date: Wednesday 12th March

Times:

06:00 PM - 08:00 PM (AEDT)

05:00 PM - 07:00 PM (AEST)

Location: Online

Details and Registration: https://www.adfcareers.gov.au/events/events-detail/3dgjr2f

Melbourne Polytechnic - Screen and Media Information Session

Courses: Certificate IV in Screen and Media CUA41220

Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media CUA60620

Date: Thursday 13th March

Time: 4:00 PM

Location: Online

Details and Registration: https://www.melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/information-sessions/screen-and-media-701oa00000wt9doiat/?session=701Oa00000WT9dOIAT

Melbourne Polytechnic - Music and Sound Information Session

Courses: Advanced Diploma of Music - Performance CUA60520

Advanced Diploma of Music - Sound Production CUA60520

Certificate IV in Music - Sound Production CUA40920

Diploma of Music CUA50820

Date: Thursday 13th March

Time: 4:00 PM

Location: Online

Details and Registration: https://www.melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/information-sessions/music-and-sound-701oa00000wt9bxial/?session=701Oa00000WT9BxIAL

Defence Careers Australia - Melbourne: Air Force Careers Information Session

Reach new heights in a career with the Air Force.

You can work with advanced technology as you support the Air Force across a broad range of operations in Australia and overseas.

Head to an info session to learn more about Air Force careers in Aviation, Combat and Security, Healthcare, Trades, Cyber and much more.

It is highly recommended you book as soon as possible to avoid missing out as places are strictly limited!

Date: Monday 17th March

Time: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Location: Melbourne ADF Careers Centre

Details and Registration: https://www.adfcareers.gov.au/events/events-detail/x1y9i60

William Angliss Institute Pathways Webinar - What's Next?

Join us for an engaging webinar on Post-Secondary Pathway Options!

Whether you've left school early or are contemplating further studies, this session will provide valuable insights on pathways to higher education, including certificate courses that can lead to degrees, free TAFE opportunities—learn about eligibility, available courses, and priority industries—and the application process along with essential steps to get started.

Embark on the next chapter of your educational journey with us!

Date: Tuesday 18th March

Time: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Location: Online

Details and Registration: https://www.angliss.edu.au/events-hub/pathways-webinar---whats-next--18032025/

Victorian Careers & Employment Expo

This is a FREE event open to the public from Thursday 20th to Saturday 22nd March at the Melbourne Showgrounds in the Exhibition Pavilion.

Times: Monday – Thursday 9am to 3pm and Saturday 9am to 4pm.

The expo showcases over 100 organisations and employers with career opportunities for all ages. Connect with educators, training organisations and employers. Gain free career advice. Discover jobs of the future. Find out about the ADF careers. Experience free career seminars. Try an interactive skill zone.

Work Experience

Work experience participation is optional at VSC, however we strongly encourage all students aged 15yrs+ to get involved in this very beneficial and rewarding program. Students can undertake Work Experience every year until they graduate VSC.

Work experience provides young people with a taste of the real world of work and a clearer understanding of a particular industry, field or business they may be interested in pursuing in the future. It assists in career discovery and exploration, goal setting and decision making whilst preparing students for VCE or VCAL, future tertiary studies, apprenticeship/traineeships or full-time work.

There are no designated time frames for students to complete placements as we believe a flexible delivery arrangement provides students with a better opportunity to meet the availability and operational time frames of businesses and industries within the community. This also means we are not competing with other local schools which can limit student’s placement opportunities.

Placement dates are arranged through consultation and negotiation between the employer, school and student to maximise the experience. However, if your young person is not going on the Central Australia to Darwin trip, they may want to consider the last week of Term 3 as the perfect opportunity to undertake work experience.

Drop into Pathways to discuss further and collect the ‘Preparing for the Workplace’ pack.

Pathways Website – www.vscpathways.com

Did you know VSC has its own careers website? It’s a ‘One Stop Shop’ for everything you need to assist with Career planning, research, information and help, available 24 hours a day. Please see attached the Term 1 Career Tools Newsletter with lots of informative reading. To access the website please click on the link vscpathways.com or go to the VSC website and click on the Pathways tab.

Features:

Latest news and events
Senior school options
Work experience and OH&S in the workplace
VET – Vocational Education and Training
University Admissions requirements through VTAC
Find what careers suits you & course discovery
Interactive Career bullseyes
Gap Year
Resume creation & finding a job
Youth allowance and money matters
Informative career videos
Plus lots, lots more to help individual career development

Career Development is the lifelong process of managing life, learning and work (paid and unpaid) over our lifespan. The ability to make informed decisions, manage and transition through change for a personally determined future.

Young people build their career development through self-awareness; understanding how they make decisions and how these decisions impact future aspirations through exploration, identifying interests, values and preferred learning styles through careers exploration activities such as Morrisby in Year 9 and Careers Tools in Year 10. The ability to research a wide range of career options helping them to select subjects they may enjoy learning whilst aligning to tertiary course pre-requisite requirements in the future or apprenticeship/traineeship requirements and work.

Career development is further enhanced by juggling the expectations and requirements of school with extra-curricular activities like sport and family responsibilities, part-time work, community involvement and social interests.

To further assist your Career Development please visit vscpathways.com an easy-to-use interface with links to a multitude of career resources for both Students and Parents. We encourage all VSC students and their families to explore the Pathways website to assist in making positively informed decisions about their future.

Stay Safe. Stay Well. Stay Connected.

VSC Pathways Team