👷VET Pathways & WPL
Mazenod College
Year 11 & 12 Workplace Learning
All Year 11 and 12 General students have received their Workplace Learning (WPL) paperwork and are encouraged to begin organising their next placement.
Parents and caregivers are asked to check their email for the Workplace Learning Parent Information document, which addresses frequently asked questions.
Please note that all paperwork must be returned by 1 May 2026 to allow sufficient time for pre-placement checks to be completed.
Key Dates for Workplace Learning
Year 11:
• Term 2: Weeks 6-7 - 25 May to 5 June (boarders long weekend in between)
• Term 4: Weeks 6-7 - 16-27 November
Year 12:
• Term 2: Weeks 6-7 - 25 May to 5 June (boarders long weekend in between)
• Term 4: Weeks 1-2 - 12-22 October (Graduation Friday, Week 1)
Work experience dates (Year 10 I&E)
• Term 2: Week 10 - 22-26 June - due 22 May
• Term 3: Week 10 - 21-25 September
• Term 4: Weeks 7 and 8 - 23 November - 3 December (two weeks WPL - no exams)
Training Opportunities
1. Become a Swimming Instructor
Swimming instructors and coaches are in high demand, with a frequent shortage during holiday periods. To become a swimming instructor with us, you must:
• be at least 17 years old
• hold a current CPR certificate
• hold a swimming instructor qualification
• hold a Working with Children Check, or have applied for one
2. Defence Work Experience Program
The Defence Work Experience Program gives young Australians the chance to explore life in Defence and discover careers in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Australian Public Service (APS). It is a unique opportunity to learn, gain hands-on experience and see what a career in Defence could look like.
There are lots of great opportunities coming up - click below for further information:
Defence Work Experience Program | Jobs & Careers | Defence
3. School-based Traineeships
Programmed Training Services is partnering with us to connect businesses like yours with high school students eager for real-world experience through a school-based traineeship.
Why Get Involved?
• Support local students - help them gain hands-on skills and a nationally recognised qualification
• Access incentives - receive up to $2,125 per trainee through the WA Jobs and Skills Incentive
• Fee-free training - TAFE/RTO costs are covered
• Future hiring potential - see if a trainee is the right fit before committing long-term
• Hassle-free process - we handle recruitment, onboarding, payroll and ongoing support
Please contact me if you would like to discuss taking on a Mazenod student as a school-based trainee.
Mrs Johnson & Mrs Paduano