Transition and Pathways
Making a Careers Booking
This year I will be using an online process for students and parents to make appointments. The link to make a Careers (TAPS) appointment can be found on the MDCC Careers website.
The link to the MDCC careers website is found on the students landing page and looks like this:
On the home page of the MDCC Careers website you will find the following message:
This link will take you to my appointment page where you will be able to make a Careers (TAPS) appointment.
WHS White Card
Any student that wishes to complete work experience or work in the construction industry must complete the WHS White Card course.
This course is open to Year 10, 11 and 12 students as well as a few Year 9 students.
When - 5 and 6 March 2020
Venue - Mater Dei Catholic College
(Students complete the course in one day)
Cost - $130
(Please advise Mr O'Connell you are having trouble with financials)
Numbers are limited to 20 students per day. Places will be allocated on a 'first - in' basis. An excursion notification has been sent out.
CSU Presentation
When: Thursday 13 February
Time: 12.30 (Lesson 4)
Venue: Marian Centre
CSU will be here during Lesson 4 to present to Year 12 students. Topics covered include; early entry, bonus points, accommodation, course offerings, entry pathways, how to apply, university life, selection criteria, etc.
Who should attend: Any student that is thinking about going to university. Parents are also welcome.
What happens if I cannot attend: You can book an appointment with me and I will fill you in on the details.
Note: This presentation occurs at a time when most Year 12 students have a study lesson. Students studying Extension English, Extension Maths and Studies of Catholic Thought may choose to attend in consultation with their teacher. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Cochlear Autumn School of Engineering
This amazing opportunity for any students that are considering a career in Engineering. Students studying Physics/Chem Advanced Maths should seriously consider this. Not only will you find out about awesome careers but you will also improve your chances of scholarships, cadetships and entry into university.
Registration and further information is available here.
CSU Big Day in Information and Technology Careers Conference
I have organised an excursion for any students that are interested in pursuing a career in Information Technology.
Year 12 students are able to make their own way to this event as it is on your rostered day off (Year 12 students do not need to complete an excursion form but must notify me that you are attending).
When: Wednesday 11 March 2020
Time: 09:00am-2:30pm
Where: Joyes Hall at CSU Wagga
Please let Mr O'Connell know if you would like to attend.
Upcoming Careers Events
13 February: Australian Catholic University Visit - 11am
13 February: CSU presentation - 12.30pm, Marian Centre
25 February: ADF Gap Year Information Session at Albury
28 February: Latrobe University Open Day
11 March: CSU Big Day in Information and Technology
5 and 6 March: WHS White Card Course
17 March: Explore CSU Bathurst Day
20 and 21 March: Explore University of Canberra Days
24 March: Explore CSU Albury Wodonga Day
31 March: Explore CSU Wagga Day
Mr Richard O'Connell | Transition and Pathways Specialist