2022 Access Monash – E-Mentoring Program

The College in partnership with Monash University offers students several opportunities to connect and engage with university via the Access Monash Program

The E-Mentoring program offers Year 11 and 12 students the chance to be paired with experienced and engaged Monash student mentors to work in a one-on-one mentoring relationship for the final two years of secondary school.

Mentees receive individual support from their mentor who has walked a similar life path to them, in preparation for their future study and career. Through this, mentees are able to gain insight into university life. They learn from the experience of their mentors, participate in campus visits, and develop connections to university.

Running across Terms 2 and 3 students meet online once per fortnight to discuss a range of topics along with gaining an insight into the courses offered at Monash and finding out what it’s like be a 'uni student'. The support offered to senior students at this critical time in their education is invaluable.

Applications for the 2022 program will open on Monday 6th September – further details will be posted when available. If you would like to know more, please contact Careers.

VCE YEAR 12 reminders

VTAC applications close: 5:00 pm Thursday 30th September 2021

SEAS/Scholarship applications close: 12noon Friday 8th October 2021

ATAR release: 7:00 am Thursday 16th December 2021

VET – Vocational Education and Training

Do you know what you’re passionate about and want to get a head start?

Or is there something you’re considering but not sure about, so you’d like to give it a try?

Vocational Education and Training Programs assist students to make the transition to further education, training and employment. Many programs are based on entry level TAFE courses.

These programs are designed so that students can develop general work-related competencies and the skills and knowledge required in a particular industry.

VET PROGRAMS

Allow student to gain the VCE/VCAL and a VET qualification
Promote an awareness of the world of work through work placement
Develop general work-related competencies i.e.. skills in communication, team work, using technology, problem solving, using mathematical ideas and concepts, planning and organising team activities, gathering and analysing information and occupational health and safety
Develop the skills and knowledge required to work in a particular industry
Give students a competitive edge in looking for both casual and full- time employment

TAFE Gippsland cordially invite students, parents and caregivers to an online Information Session aimed to provide students with greater detail to assist when selecting a VET DSS Program for enrolment in 2022.

These sessions will present detailed course information including course content, assessment requirements, pre-requisite and placement information along with industry expectations and key considerations for students considering undertaking adult study as part of their school study load.

The information session will be followed by an opportunity to ask questions directly to staff ensuring students are able to make a fully informed decision.

Sessions are scheduled to run for approximately 60 minutes across four separate sessions

Each session commences at 5:00 pm

Session 1 – Wednesday 8th September 2021: Health and Early Childhood

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care CHC30113
Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance HLT33015

Session 2 – Thursday 9th September 2021; Emerging Industries and Advanced Manufacturing

Certificate II in Engineering Fabrication and Fitting 22470VIC
Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation AUR20716
Certificate II in Civil Construction RII20715
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) UEE22020
Certificate II in Integrated Technologies (3D Printing & Robotics) 22527VIC

Session 3 Tuesday 14th September 2021; Service Industries

Hair and Beauty Skills Set
Certificate II in Hospitality SIT20316
Certificate II in Kitchen Operations SIT20416
Certificate III in Screen and Media CUA310
Certificate III in Visual Arts CUA31115

Session 4 Wednesday 15th September 2021; Construction and Rural Sciences

Certificate II in Animal Studies ACM20117
Certificate II in Horticulture AHC20416
Certificate II in Conservation & Land Management AHC21016
Certificate II in Agriculture AHC20116
Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-Apprenticeship (Bricklaying) 22338VIC
Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre - Apprenticeship
(Painting and Decorating) 22338VIC
Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre -Apprenticeship (Carpentry) 22338VIC
Certificate II In Furniture Making MSF20313
Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-Apprenticeship) 22569VIC
Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand) MAR10318

To join a session, please dial in via the Zoom link below:

Zoom

Meeting

From a PC using a web browser

From a Video Conference End

Point *

Zoom 1

Direct URL:

https://federationtraining.zoom.us/j/4629683477

Join a meeting:

https://zoom.us/join

Meeting ID: 4629683477

4629683477@182.255.112.21

Further information can also be obtained by emailing vetdss@tafegippsland.edu.au

Current Apprenticeships August- September 2021

AGA (Apprenticeships Group Australia) Bairnsdale

Arborist- Swan Reach
Carpenter

Reece Plumbing Lakes Entrance

School based traineeship Plumbing (Year 10 preferred)

BJ Roofing Pty Ltd

Apprenticeship in roofing (white card a must)

BRAC

Plumbing apprenticeship

GG’s plastering Pty ltd

Apprenticeship in plastering

Kalimna Hotel

Apprenticeship chef

Veitch Boats

Boat building apprenticeship (Composite marine craft construction)

East Coast Boats

Boat Building apprenticeship

Luckes Fresh food Market

Butchery apprenticeship x 2

Defence Force (RAAF Base SALE)

Apprenticeship Chef
Traineeship Front of house

EVCG (Eastern Victoria Construction Group)

Apprenticeship-carpentry

Please contact Michelle Lancaster careers for further details:

Michelle.Lancaster@education.vic.gov.au

School: What’s the point????

I’m sure lots of students are feeling a little isolated and frustrated this week with lockdown No.7.as we all are! We continue to say you are not alone…but saying that may not help?

I get it …...so I thought I would share some valid points about your education I found from the National Careers week flyer I found in my tray.

It reminds us that there is a bigger picture ahead of us and we need to remain focused and prepared for the future, your future. You need to be prepared to take on the world of work, because YOU are our future!

School…...on site or remote,

Prepares you for life
Helps you make friends
Gives you an education you will need to succeed in life
Offers Greater job prospects
Gives you the ability for a higher earning capacity
Offers Greater life/work opportunities

What you learn in school impacts the rest of your life…. most importantly school teaches you the skills to be independent and responsible.

So….

Keep trying don’t give up. that’s too easy! Persistence will win!
The skills you learn at school, you will use in the adult world
Growing up isn’t boring and scary…you get as much fun out of it as you put into it…. it’s a matter of attitude
Back yourself…you’re a winner
Control your destiny…you are in charge
Education is for life…we are ALL still learning
You control your destiny- and will get out of it what you contribute…… have a great day!

Michelle Lancaster from the Careers team, Bairnsdale Secondary College

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