News and Information from Lilydale Heights College

Careers

Athena Aligizakis, Career & Pathways Advisor

It’s fast approaching the end of the year and there are many careers events you can attend to help you with your choices on post-secondary study. Should any Year 12's need to see me for some career advice once they have received their ATAR scores, come in or email me to arrange a meeting between 12 to 14 December. I am in the Careers Office at the Library.    Note that most Universities and TAFEs also have their own Change of Preference days so please look up their respective websites for more information.

Good luck Year 12's!

 

YEARS 9-12

 

WORK EXPERIENCE AND STRUCTURED WORKPLACE LEARNING 

If you are completing work experience at any time throughout the year, note that your forms must be fully completed (ie all information filled in and signed by yourself, the employer, and your parents/guardians) and provided to the Careers Office at least one week before your work experience commences so that we can arrange for approval from Mr Kruger and distribution of signed copies to all parties. Work experience is not allowed to commence without all parties signing off on the relevant form as the student will not be covered by insurance if something were to happen to them whilst they were on their placement.  

 

CHANGES TO WORK EXPERIENCE AND STRUCTURED WORKPLACE LEARNING FORMS

Work-based learning experiences, such as work experience and structured workplace learning (SWL), are an integral part of student learning and career development. These experiences enhance career education and give students the opportunity to explore career options and understand expectations within the workplace. As of 5 September 2023 there are new Work Experience and Structured Workplace Learning forms for students to complete.   Work experience arrangements made using the old forms remain valid until Sunday 31 December 2023.   If work experience or SWL placements are being arranged for 2024, please make sure the updated arrangement forms are used. Copies of the new forms are available from Ms Aligizakis at the Careers Office (in the Library).

 

 

YEAR 10'S GOING INTO YEAR 11

 

Students in VCE VET or VM next year will have received, or will receive shortly, an email from their host school or training provider confirming their enrolment and details about their orientation day. Your orientation day/time will be in your school Compass calendar. Orientation Days for your information are as follows:

  • Ringwood Training Automotive, 29 November from 10.30am to 12.00pm
  • RangesTec, 29 November at 1.00pm to 2.30pm, or if Horticulture or Building and Construction 1.00pm to 3.00pm
  • Box Hill Institute – Salon Assistant and Sport & Rec students, 7 December from 6.00pm to 7.00pm online
  • CIRE, 29 November from 1.00pm to 3.00pm
  • Australian College of the Dramatic Arts, 29 November 2.00pm to 3.15pm online
  • Lilydale High School (Animal Care), 29 November from 1.30pm to 2.30pm
  • Boronia K-12, 29 November from 1.00pm to 3.00pm
  • Billanook College, 29 November 1.00pm to 2.30pm
  • Swinburne UOT, 29 November 1.30pm to 3.00pm
  • Melba College, 29 November 2.00pm to 4.00pm
  • Inspiring Training Academy, 29 November 1.00pm to 2.30pm

 

YEAR 12'S

 

Change of Preference Information

Change of preference support hotlines, events, and activities are listed on the VTAC website

Change of preference events (vtac.edu.au)

 

Apprenticeships on Offer

Looking for a full-time apprenticeship after Year 12 and love the automotive trade?  I currently have a few local apprenticeship providers on the look-out for anyone who is interested in a career in Spare Parts or as a Mechanic.   If you are interested to hear more or to apply, get in contact with Ms Aligizakis at the Careers Office located in the Library.

 

I have recently been contacted by a plumbing business who require two apprentices. If you’re interested in a full-time career in plumbing, get in contact with Ms Aligizakis at the Careers Office for more information.

 

Box Hill Institute Boot Camps

Box Hill Institute is running a series of three immersive ‘boot camp’ events for students to explore a range of careers and pathways. Places are limited for each event and taken on a first-in best-dressed basis. Please note that students under 18 must bring a signed consent form on the day or email it to r.wainwright@boxhill.edu.au.

 

Sport and Fitness Boot Camp – Monday 27 November 

This event gives students the opportunity to find out about incredible careers in sport and fitness. Students must be between 17 – 18 years old, and in their final year of study. 

  • 10am – 1pm 
  • Box Hill Institute Nelson Campus 
  • Dress code is gym wear, no jeans or open toed footwear

For more information and to register, please visit: https://info.boxhill.edu.au/sport-fitness-boot-camp/

 

Hairdressing and Barbering Boot Camp – Monday 4 December 

This event will allow students to discover the exciting world of hair and the career opportunities it offers. Students must be between 16 – 18 years old. 

  • 10am – 12pm 
  • Box Hill Institute Elgar Campus 
  • Dress is comfortable and casual with closed toe shoes 

For more information and to register, please visit: https://info.boxhill.edu.au/hairdressing-barber-boot-camp/