Careers Update

Welcome to Term 4 of the 2024 school year. 

Congratulations to our Year 12 students as they come to the end of their schooling journey. We recognise their hard work, dedication, and the resilience they have shown throughout. Whatever pathway they choose, we know they will approach it with the same determination and drive they have shown at Lowanna College. To the students sitting their exams, trust in all the hard work you have put in throughout the year. 

We look forward to seeing all that students will accomplish and the positive impact they will have on the world. 

VTAC 2025 Upcoming Key Dates

Accommodation On Campus 

Any Year 12 students considering living on campus at university next year will need to apply as soon as applications are open via each university website. On-campus accommodation options fill very quickly.

Federation University

On the 22nd of October some of our Year 10 and 11 students attended a Federation University Experience Day to ‘experience’ a day at university. The day started with a welcome and introduction followed by four rotating sessions in different faculty areas. The areas were Occupational Therapy, Sport, Physical and Outdoor Education, Science, Business, Nursing and Midwifery. It was a fantastic opportunity for students to ask questions, hear relevant course information and see what university life could be like. Our students had a great day!

TAFE Short Courses

TAFE Gippsland is running a range of short courses, which are a good way to expand your learning in a field you are interested in and will also be an addition to your resume. Please see link below for a list of these courses.

https://www.tafegippsland.edu.au/courses/short_courses

My Future

You can explore occupations related to your favourite school subjects.  After you create an account, click on ‘explore career bullseyes’ and then click on your favourite subjects. Start exploring career pathways by selecting a learning area you enjoy.  https://myfuture.edu.au/

The Good Career Guide

The Good Career Guide is a multi-platform resource for students commencing their career journey. There is over 500 different job descriptions and students can explore occupations based on their interests and traits.  https://www.goodcareersguide.com.au/

Part-time Work

This is a great time to prepare and update your resume ready to apply for a part time job over the summer. With Christmas around the corner many retail employers look for casual staff to help during this busy time. Do you need help with your resume? The Careers Team can help, so please come and see us in the Careers Room. 

TFN

A tax file number (TFN) is your personal reference number in the tax and superannuation systems.

Your TFN is: 

• a unique number (usually 9 digits).
• an important part of your identity.
• yours for life – you keep your TFN even if you change jobs or name, move interstate or go overseas.

Students commencing part time work will need to have a TFN. To apply, visit the below link.https://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/Tax-file-number/Apply-for-a-TFN/

Careers Support

We are available as a support for students and parents with any questions. Please feel free to contact the Careers Team:

Kirsty Mitchell ph: 5127 9225 or kirsty.mitchell@education.vic.gov.au 

Alisha Disisto ph: 5127 9264 or alisha.disisto@education.vic.gov.au