Careers

What’s Happening in Careers?

Year 10

The Year 10 students will be involved in MyPath classes once every two weeks. This is the first time that Year 10s have been involved in these sessions and we are very excited about the course. They will begin by profiling their skills, interests and abilities and then begin to explore career options before they start the course selection process in Term 2. They will get access to the Careers Department resources during their first session.

Year 11

The Year 11 group will have a Careers session once every two weeks during extended form on Tuesdays. They will be given access to the Careers Department resources during their first session.

Year 12

The Year 12 group will have a Careers session once every two weeks during extended form on Tuesdays. We had our first session this week and looked at how the students would be supported during their final year. We also logged into the Careers Department website to begin accessing the resources. Parents are also able to log onto this account – just use your son’s email and password. This is a great opportunity to explore their options with them and keep the conversation going.

Careers Department

Students and families in Year 10, 11 and 12 will have access to these online resources which will be used with students in their MyPath sessions. There is a huge wealth of information on this site, where students can explore industries in depth to find out more about the Careers and industries they are interested in. It also has a resume builder, digital portfolio, virtual work experience, scholarship finder, job finder and micro credentialling opportunities. So much to explore!

Careers, VET and WPL News Portal

Parents and students can access this portal via SEQTA. It is updated regularly with news and opportunities and is a great resource.

University Open Days 2023

In 2022 most of the universities had more than one open day. They called them different things, like, the Curtin Undergraduate Expo, but they all delivered opportunities to explore the campus, check out courses, talk to lecturers and meet current students.

Get into maths out-of-school for primary and secondary students.

Out-of-school maths enrichment classes run weekly at Curtin for mathematically talented students from years 5 – 11. The aim of the program is to increase the student’s interest in mathematics by engaging them in challenges to enhance their mathematical problem-solving skills. Find the schedule and enrol in a class that suits you HERE.

Cost $385

10 February – 5 March 

Festival of Perth Creative Learning Program

Summer in Perth is the season for performing arts.

The Festival of Perth Creative Learning Program brings opportunities for primary and secondary school students to engage with literature, music, visual arts and dance. 

Check out the program and book in to one of the great opportunities to supercharge your career. You can find details HERE.

Term 1 Enrol now: 

Acting and Performance Making School

Years 7 – 12

Students in years 7 – 12 can start their careers in performing arts through these weekend courses in Acting and Performance Making at WAAPA. Bookings are done on a term-by-term basis and each term has a particular focus.

See details HERE Cost: $530 per term. 

*WAAPA offers several bursary places for students who experience financial barriers to participation. Please contact Gabrielle Metcalf at explore.waapa@ecu.edu.au for more information.

Entrepreneurship for 12 – 17 year old students @Bloom

Each year enterprising school students start their own businesses doing everything from dog walking to cyber security services.

Bloom Youth Outreach Programs are student focused innovation program that provide students with entrepreneurship and innovative camps throughout the year.

The programs allow students to get access to enthusiastic support and knowhow. 

We connect with industry professionals to provide one day, to one weeklong programs for students aged 12 - 17 years to upskill in entrepreneurship concepts.

Check out what is available HERE. 

If you want help to organise and market your small business, get in touch with the WA government’s Small Business Development Corporation for free advice.

31 March 

Applications Close for Rotary Youth Exchange 2024

Successful applicants for the Rotary Youth Exchange program spend 12 months in a foreign country with board and accommodation provided by host families. Students must be between the ages of 15 and 18 on the 1 January on the year of their exchange. Young people make lifelong friends, change their world views and have a brilliant time. 

Contact Rotary Youth Exchange Western Australia for details on how to apply.

What Job Opportunities are Available?

You can check out the total number of people employed in a job in Australia by going to Labour Market Insights. The page gives a breakdown of employment outlook, earnings and hours worked and job tasks. It is well set out and easy to follow. Check it out HERE.

Notre Dame Undergraduate Diploma of Exercise & Sport Science

Eligible school leavers can undertake our new Undergraduate Diploma of Exercise & Sport Science as a pathway into some programs at Notre Dame University. 

This specialist program will introduce students to methods used in exercise science to assess health status, provide basic exercise delivery, and understand the beneficial effect on human physiology. It also develops student’s study skills for further study or work.

Try a Trade Term 1 Holiday Program for Year 9 and older

The Construction Training Fund delivers fully funded opportunities for students in year 9 and above to experience careers in the building industry during holidays. 

You can find details and register your interest HERE.

Construction Futures Pre-Apprenticeship Scholarship Program

Take the first step towards a career in construction while still at school with our Scholarship Pre-Apprenticeship Program. The course is designed to combine work experience, training and education while helping students explore and plan career options.

The Construction Training Fund Scholarship Program is an innovative way to get a head start and work towards a building and construction apprenticeship. Suitable for Year 11 and Year 12 students, our Pre-Apprenticeship Scholarship Program is highly regarded by employers and may provide credits or reduced time as an apprentice.

Each year scholarships are awarded to students in Western Australia with a passion for the building industry. Gain experience and unlock job-ready training while completing school. Register HERE.

Electrical Group Training has Apprenticeships Waiting to be Filled!

The skills shortage was hitting our building industries even before the floods in Fitzroy Crossing put more pressure on the industry to deal with that crisis. 

If you know of anyone who is interested in taking up an electrical apprenticeship, Electrical Group Training has been in touch saying that they have positions waiting to be filled. 

You can contact them HERE.

Year 12 Opportunities

Early Offers to universities in WA

All West Australian universities will make early offers available from about April.

There is no advantage to applying early. If you apply early, then change your mind, you will have all the hassle of changing your application.

Entry to Medicine for 2024 (UCAT)

If you are thinking of doing medicine when you finish school, there are three barriers that you must pass:

1. Great ATAR scores
2. Great results on the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) 
3. Shortlisted candidates will undertake a round of interviews.

In 2023 the UCAT is undertaken online starting from 3 July. 

Getting into Medicine in WA

There is good reason to believe medical students are outstanding. This year there were one hundred successful applicants for medicine at Curtin from 2700 applicants. 

If you want to apply for medicine:

• Take chemistry: Chemistry is a pre-requisite subject for medicine at most universities across Australia. 
• Rural and remote applicants: The Medicine Faculty at Curtin is keen to address the shortage of doctors in the bush in WA. Contact Associate Professor Keith McNaught

Rural Academic Lead, Curtin Medical School at Keith.Mcnaught@curtin.edu.au 

Check Do you want to study medicine in WA post.  

Kylie Eaton

Careers Information Coordinator