Careers @MMCRC
Kate Dwyer - Careers Coordinator
VCE
Scholarship Opportunities
There are a number of scholarship opportunities being promoted at the moment for students embarking on their post-schooling life. Each scholarship is unique ini ts focus and selection criteria, so it is well worth investing some time into reading the details first to see if you are eligible to apply.
Gardiner Foundation
Gardiner Foundation is proud to offer tertiary scholarships to up to seven individuals residing in Victorian dairy communities. Students must be commencing studies in 2024 to pursue a career that will either directly benefit the dairy industry and/or benefit dairy communities. Each scholarship is worth $10,000 per year and is available for the first three years of a scholar’s University or TAFE course. Details at: https://www.gardinerfoundation.com.au/ts/
Bendigo Bank Toora and Foster
Students residing in the areas of Meeniyan, Dumbalk, Walkerville, Foster, and Toora are invited to apply for scholarships to support their ongoing University or TAFE studies. Details at:
University Program http://cia.communityenterprisefoundation.com.au/Program/Index/2
TAFE Program http://cia.communityenterprisefoundation.com.au/Program/Index/2
There are also many opportunities for scholarships available through VTAC. Students are strongly encouraged to apply for anything they are eligible for.
VTAC
Webinars:
VTAC are continuously hosting a series of webinars for students on topics ranging from career specific industries, to receiving offers and unpacking your ATAR. They are a great resource for students and parents. For the most updated list of webinars, follow the link:
VTAC Accounts:
All year 12 students are encouraged to create a VTAC account and pay their registration fee of $55 before September 15. The fee increases after this date.
Once students have created their accounts, they can apply for courses. It is only after they have applied for at least 1 course, that they can then apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS).
If students submit their SEAS applications before September 15, VTAC staff will review them and make sure all the required documentation is in place, and possibly make suggestions for how to strengthen their applications.
Students can also apply for scholarships via their VTAC accounts. These scholarships are generally for course-related studies. Accommodation scholarships need to be directed to individual providers.
Traineeship Opportunities
Education Support Traineeships
Welshpool, Toora, Fish Creek & Meeniyan Primary Schools are currently advertising their 2024 positions. There will also be other positions available in Bass Coast. These positions are a great opportunity for students wanting to take a gap year and study education at University the following year. They would also suit students who are interested in starting out in education, through the education support pathway.
Students can contact the school Principals directly or email their resume and cover letter to kcousins@westvic.org.au
Business Traineeship
Leongatha Bendigo Bank has a business traineeship available. Interested students are encouraged to look at the selection criteria and eligibility at:
https://www.seek.com.au/job/69848428?type=standard#sol=7847ae33a798086fcf4afd7668bbb01e814bf05f
Bass Coast Health Open Day
Six of our year 12 students visited Bass Coast Health this week to participate in workshops and simulations in a range of Health and allied health fields. The students learned about BCH’s partnership with Federation University and the opportunities for supported study options.
