Pathways

Vermont Secondary College

Pathways Newsletter 20th November 2023

Class of 2023

Have you registered for the VCAA & VTAC Results and ATAR app to access your results? To register click the link and use your VCAA student number to access the registration form.https://resultsandatar.vic.edu.au/results/applicants.htm;?seexp  Year 11 students studying a Year 12 subject are also encouraged to register to receive their study score.

Prior to the release of the ATAR we recommend logging into your VTAC account

to: -

Test your VCAA number, VTAC ID & 4 digit-pin are working.

Double check you have paid.

Double check you have completed ALL course application requirements Due to privacy laws, we are unable to provide your VCAA number over the phone or via email.  You must collect this in person either before 11th December or after 10am on this date.

The ATAR will be available online from 7am on Monday 11th December 2023. This is a very important time of year for change of preferences and 2024 career paths aligning with your ATAR. Pathways careers practitioners are available this week to discuss, plan, bounce ideas or find alternative pathways to support students in their tertiary or alternative pathway planning.

Please note in accordance with the VTAC terms and conditions, no discussions can be entered into with any school staff member until after 10am on Monday 11th December.

Pathways Change of Preference Counselling: 

Dates	Open	Close
Monday 11th December	10:00am	3:30pm
Tuesday 12th December	9:00am	3:30pm
Wednesday 13th December	9:00am	3:30pm
Thursday 14th December	9:00am	3:30pm
Friday 15th December	9:00am	3:30pm

If you have applied to VTAC for University or TAFE courses, you can change your preferences until 4pm on Friday 22nd December 2023 in preparation for the January round 1 offers released on the 12th January. We highly recommend you log into your VTAC account and check your preferences, re-order and add preferences in-line with your ATAR or in accordance with tertiary letters advising results of: Interview, Folio, Audition or pre-selection test. 

Course offer rounds

Domestic Students -> From	To	Domestic Offer Round
31 July (9am)	13 December (4pm)	Dec Round -> 21 December (2pm)
21 December (2pm)	22 December (4pm)	Jan Round 1 -> 12 January (2pm)
12 January (4pm)	18 January (4pm)	Jan Round 2 -> 30 January(2pm)
31 January (4pm)	1 February (4pm)	Feb round 1 -> 6th February (2pm)
7 February (4pm)	8 February (4pm)	Feb round 2 -> 13th February (2pm)
13 February (4pm)	14 February (4pm)	Feb round 3 -> 20th February (2pm)
International Students -> From	To	International Offer Round
31 July (9am)	13 December (4pm)	Dec Round -> 21 December (2pm)
21 December (2pm)	22 December (4pm)	Round 1 -> 5 January (2pm)
5 January (4pm)	9 January (4pm)	Round 2 -> 11 January (2pm)
11 January (4pm)	12 January (4pm)	Round 3 -> 16 January (2pm)
16 January (4pm)	17 January (4pm)	Round 4 -> 19 January (2pm)
9 January (4pm)	23 January (4pm)	Round 5 -> 29 January (2pm)

Tertiary Offer Rounds -> Domestic Students	Tertiary Offer Round -> International Students
Dec Round -> 21 December (2pm)	Dec Round -> 21 December (2pm)
Jan Round 1 -> 12 January (2pm)	Round 1 -> 5 January (2pm)
Jan Round 2 -> 30 January(2pm)	Round 2 -> 11 January (2pm)
Feb round 1 -> 6 February (2pm)	Round 3 -> 16 January (2pm)
Feb round 2 -> 13 February (2pm)	Round 4 -> 19 January (2pm)
Feb round 3 -> 20 February (2pm)	Round 5 -> 29 January (2pm)

Enjoy the post VCE exam celebrations. Stay safe and look after one another at Schoolies!

VET Students

Students that have applied for a VET (Vocational Education and Training) course as part of their 2024 school program should have already submitted a VET Expression of Interest form to Pathways with a hard copy of the USI (Unique Student Identifier) for the pathways team to apply on their behalf. VET is a very popular elective choice for students across Victoria creating significant competition within the TAFE and Registered Training Providers. Spaces are strictly limited and there are no guarantees of placements. See Pathways for more information. Successful VET students have been advised by Teams to collect the VSC VET pack from Pathways asap.

Head Start

The Head Start model is now available at VSC offering secondary school students the opportunity to do on the job training that leads to a qualification whilst completing their studies at school. Head Start is designed to give students the confidence, capabilities and skills that employers in growth industries need.

The Head Start program recognises students learn in different ways, have different passions and empower their own career choices. Head Start students receive:

Career planning advice from VSC career practitioners to find the right pathway

A Head Start pathway plan is tailored to the specific needs of the student and the employer

One-on-one support from a Department of Education Head Start Coordinator to keep students on the right track

Quality assured training through TAFE’s and Skills First contracted providers

A Secondary certificate such as the VCE, VCE Vocational Major or VPC

Significant progress towards or completion of a trade qualification

Payment of a fair training wage

A tailored pathway into a priority industry career

Head Start provides supports for students whilst they undertake a school-based apprenticeship, traineeship across a range of key industries including building, construction, community services, health, business, technology, and primary industries. Head Start matches students with employers that have genuine workforce needs and helps employers to build their future workforce.

Students undertake a work trial to make sure the placement suits all parties. Depending on the employer and student needs a Head Start apprentice or trainee can increase their hours of paid employment as they progress their studies. For example a student might have employment for:

one day per week in Year 10

2 days a week in Year 11

2-3 days per week in Year 12

Head Start apprentices and trainees are able to work at their place of employment on weekends and in the school holidays and depending on the stage of their training plan, can transition into full time apprenticeship or traineeship once they leave school. Year 12 may be completed over 2 years if required on a reduced subject load. Head Start also supports students in their first year post-secondary school, to help the transition into full time training and employment an easier process.

If you interested in discussing the Head Start program more and would like to meet with the regional Head Start Coordinator please contact Pathways. Students will need to complete an expression of interest form and are encouraged to watch the compilation video https://vimeo.com/543441634/d0542cc9d8

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 senior school, 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.

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

Certificates & Traineeships add value to the VCE.

All accredited external VCE subjects such as Dance, Drama and Languages contribute to the VCE. Students are required to present the Assessing School Notification Form to Pathways for enrolment on VASS the VCE software program. Some certificates and traineeships in Retail, Hospitality and Sports Coaching undertaken as part of employment can often provide credits towards the VCE. Eg. McDonalds, KFC, Hungry Jacks or similar retail or hospitality environment are encouraged to bring in the training plan or completed certificate with statement of results for this information to be added to the VCE VASS software database.

Inclusion students

Aspergers Victoria are offering a ‘Teen Work Know How’ program with a pathway for teens to understand themselves in the world of work, including the development of positive job readiness skills that are practical, empowering and specific to each individual learning styles. Students also receive supported work experience placements in the July and September school holidays. Students who participate in this program leave with more career understanding, improved self-confidence and useful tools to help map their own working future. Click on the link for further information and resources. https://aspergersvic.org.au/

ADF Gap Year Program Open for Enrolment

A Gap Year in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) is a unique opportunity for students to experience life in the Navy, Army or Air Force without needing to make a long-term commitment. The skills obtained through a 12-month ADF Gap Year program will provide them with experiences that are completely transferable and will help them develop confidence for their next endeavours.

Students who take part in the ADF Gap Year program will grow and develop in a dynamic, supportive and people-focused environment. They will: • Gain valuable skills and work experience • Enjoy a great salary package plus free healthcare • Live a varied, active and healthy lifestyle • Make friends with like-minded people • Have the opportunity to see more of Australia

There are a variety of roles for students to select from. These include experiences in management, engineering, logistics and warehousing, combat and security, and administration.

Browse over fifteen roles available for students

Work Experience & Employment Opportunities

Work Experience > Air conditioning placement opportunity in Bayswater with potential for apprenticeship

Apprenticeships > students must be 18yrs and have their drivers licence

Commercial Refrigeration apprenticeship available located in Scoresby

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. To access the website please click on the link vscpathways.com or go to the VSC website and click on the Pathways tab. Features: