Careers and Pathways

Careers News

Years 11 and 12

Keep an eye out for the University and TAFE Experience days during the school holidays. Check on Compass and the Career News for the dates. We are still seeing any Year 12 students who have not had a Careers Interview. Enjoy a good holiday break.

Year 10

Information sessions

Deakin University – Teaching Info Sessions

September 13 | Warrnambool

September 13 | Burwood

September 13 | Geelong

Discover the rewards of studying a teaching degree at Deakin and why our teaching graduate are so highly sought after.

Find out more - http://www.deakin.edu.au/about-deakin/events?&startrow=20

Monash University Victoria – Year 10 Discovery Day

July 4 |South One Lecture theatre, Clayton Campus

Not sure about university study? Want to know how your interests and skills might link to different university courses? Come along to Year 10 Discovery Day and start exploring your future! Bring your curiosity, optimism and passion, and discover how you can make an impact to change the world.

Find out more - https://www.monash.edu/year-10-day

JMC Academy Open Days

August 25 | Melbourne

On the day you can take a tour of our facilities, get your hands on some of our serious gear, grab a bite to eat and learn why JMC continues to lead the way in Creative Industries education. You’ll also have a chance to chat with current students and heads of department about studying abroad, industry internships and scholarships. Don’t forget to listen to our student bands and stop by the studios to see and hear live film and audio productions in action!

Find out more - https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/events/open-days

The Hotel Schools Early Entry Program

This is a GREAT opportunity for all Year 12 students who are interested in studying

a Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management in 2019 at their Sydney or Melbourne Campuses.

Why You Should Apply:

We look for potential. Not at your ATAR scores;
Study at Australia's Top Hotel Management School;
Take advantage of The Hotel School's unique industry connections;
Get job-ready with our Award-winning Work-Integrated-Learning professional development programs.

Applications close August 2018

Apply here - https://hotelschool.scu.edu.au/apply/australian-applications/

VET, Apprenticeships and Traineeships

Government announces 30 Free Priority courses at TAFE

Commencing 1st January 2019

Eligible students will pay no course tuition fees for the duration of selected courses. Nominated apprenticeship pathway courses in Government priority areas will also be free, to encourage higher participation and opportunities for students to consider undertaking apprenticeships. This initiative will reduce a financial barrier to training, incentivise students to consider careers in priority occupations and respond to industry demand for skilled graduates.

The initial 20 non-apprenticeship courses and 18 Apprenticeship Pathway courses in 2019 are:

Certificate IV/Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Accounting;
Certificate IV in Ageing Support;
Certificate II/III/IV in Agriculture;
Certificate III in Agriculture (Dairy Production).
Certificate III/IV in Allied Health Assistance;
Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology;
Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology;
Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology;
Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation;
Certificate IV/Diploma in Building and Construction (Building);
Certificate III in Civil Construction;
Certificate III/IV/Diploma in Community Services;
Certificate III in Concreting;
Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing;
Certificate III/IV in Dental Assisting;
Certificate IV in Disability;
Certificate III/IV in Education Support;
Certificate IV in Engineering;
Certificate III in Horticulture;
Certificate III in Hospitality;
Certificate III in Individual Support;
Certificate IV in Mental Health;
Diploma of Nursing;
Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services;
Certificate II in Construction Pathways;
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start);
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-vocational);
Certificate II in Engineering Pathways;
Certificate II in Engineering Studies;
Certificate II in Furniture Making;
Certificate II in Glass and Glazing;
Certificate II in Horticulture;
Certificate II in Meat Processing (Food Services);
Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship);
Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts (General);
Certificate II in Retail Baking Assistance;
Certificate II in Salon Assistant; and
Certificate II in Signage and Graphics.

Read for more info - http://gellen.org.au/free-tafe-for-priority-courses-2019/

Rio Tinto Apprenticeships – 2019 Intake Applications Open July

Applications open soon for Rio Tinto's incredible apprenticeship program. If you're interested, then do your research and start putting your documents together to apply.

The 4 year program offers qualifications in the following areas – electrician, heavy duty diesel mechanic, mechanical fitter, and light vehicle maintenance.

Applications will be advertised here – www.riotinto.com/careers

Find out more - https://www.facebook.com/RioTintoWA/photos/a.1645766462359316.1073741828.1644968555772440/2073578589578099/?type=3&theater

Free Apprenticeship Careers Advice

Apprenticeship Support are a Government organisation and they’re offering free consultations with one of their apprenticeship experts.

You fill in a form and then they’ll schedule an appointment with you.

Find out more - http://www.apprenticeshipsupport.com.au/Register-for-a-free-career-consultation

Work Shops

Science Experience Dates

The ConocoPhillips Science Experience is a fun 3 or 4 days of science activities for Year 9 and 10 students in 2018 program year.

The program provides information about further studies in science, technology and engineering. It highlights the wide range of careers that allow students to pursue their interest and abilities in the sciences.

Apply as early as possible to make sure you don’t miss out.

Federation University, Ballarat | 2 - 4 July 2018 | 24 June 2018

Federation University, Berwick | 24 - 26 September 2018 | 30th August 2018

Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre | 21 - 23 January 2019 | 31 October 2018

RMIT University, Melbourne | 15 - 17 January 2019 | 31 October 2018

Swinburne University of Technology, Hawthorn | 11 - 13 July 2018 | 10 June 2018

University of Melbourne, Parkville | 14 - 16 January 2019 | 31 October 2018

About the program - https://www.scienceexperience.com.au/about-the-program

Scholarships

Australian College of Nursing – Scholarship Resources

There are lots of scholarships for people who want to become nurses. The list below contains some scholarships for people with qualifications, as well as for those who want to start their training.