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What’s Happening in Careers?

Whats happening in Careers?

Year 10

The Year 10 students are making great progress in their career exploration journey. After completing self-assessments, they are now researching courses and opportunities that match their interests, using SEEK as a valuable starting point. This includes exploring programs at different institutions and considering apprenticeships. We will continue supporting them in identifying pathways that lead to success in their chosen fields.

Year 11

This week during MyPath, I spent time with Mr Mallon and spoke to the boys about Workplace Learning and the opportunities available to them in 2025. A number of students have successfully secured apprenticeships for that year, and I wish them all the best. I'm eager to hear about their experiences in the near future.

Year 12

It’s hard to believe this group is finishing up! We wish all the boys heading into their ATAR exams the very best of luck. Congratulations to those who have completed UniReady pathways, General courses, and those who have secured apprenticeships. Exciting times are ahead for each of you! Remember, if you ever need support, feel free to call us or visit.

We wrapped up the term with a presentation from Year 13 students now studying at university or working in apprenticeships. They shared valuable insights on life after Mazenod and how to navigate the transition. We always love hearing from our MOBA and hope that our current Year 12s will return to share their experiences in the future.

A big thanks to Zaid Buckland (Primary School Teaching at Curtin University), Brayden Nicholson (Security & Intelligence at Macquarie University), Brendan Powell (Psychology at UWA), Lachlan Verity (Electrical Apprenticeship at Tasman Power), Cooper Sorgiovanni (Heavy Diesel Fitter Apprenticeship at Epiroc), and Bradley Bannister (Mechanic at Kia/Hyundai). It was fantastic to see them thriving in their chosen paths and offering advice to the class of 2024.

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Want to be Australia’s new Hugh Jackman or Ryan Reynolds?

WAAPA’s Acting and Performance Making School focuses on the fundamental skills to develop a strong voice, movement and acting techniques. Enrol for Term 4 now and learn about character development, how to improvise, analyse scripts and audition techniques. 

WAAPA Acting and Performance Making Enrolments

Casual Employment

Now is the time to apply for casual jobs over the summer holidays.  Seek, Indeed and a number of employment platforms are currently advertising casual jobs. 

Need help applying for jobs, completing your resume or preparing a cover letter, Mrs Johnson and Mrs Paduano in the Careers office are ready to assist you.

ATAR Revision Sessions

ECU are offering free online revision sessions from Monday 23 September to Friday 27 September.

To register, go to ATAR Revision Sessions

Going to/planning to go to Murdoch and need advice?

What to do: Book an online session or face to face session with the Murdoch career advisers.

How: email Advice@murdoch.edu.au.

Selected Curtin University your destination of choice, but want more information?

What to do: Contact Curtin Connect, the student support service, and make an appointment.

How: Call 1300 222 888 and ask for Curtin Connect.

OR

Thinking of going to Curtin?

What to do: Call Curtin Future Students

How: Call 1300 222 888 and ask for Curtin Future Students.

ECU Engineering and Technology

What: Showcase evening to tour facilities and meet staff.

When: Wednesday 9 October 2024 6 pm – 7.30 pm

Where: ECU Joondalup Campus, Building 7, Room 102.

More Details: Engineering and Technology

Murdoch Enabling Program Information Session

What:  Information on preparatory courses designed to equip students for a successful transition to university life.

When: 9 October 2024, 6 pm– 7.30 pm.

Where: Murdoch University Campus, Kim Beazley Lecture Theatre.

More details: Enabling Program

Are you a boarder moving to the city to go to university?

What to do: Check out the Country Education Foundation University Survival Guide

How: Go to Country Education Foundation

Thinking About a Career with the Western Australian Police Force? Going to the Royal Show?

Combine these two and visit the Police Exhibition at the Royal Show. A number of policing units will be in attendance as well as a display of drones, operational and training equipment and bomb robots.  Meet members from the Water Police, Police Air Wing, Canine Section, Mounted Section, Forensics and the Serious and Organised Crime Division.

Thinking of What Direction Your Career Path Will Take You? 

Check Out the Top Five In-Demand Jobs

As the Year 12 cohort ready themselves for exams, apprenticeships, traineeships, or full-time work, we highlight the top five in-demand career paths as identified by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry. 

Construction 

As one of Australia’s largest industries, apprenticeships and traineeships are great ways to help you make your mark in this industry, with financial support available upon successful completion of your training.

Clean Energy

The clean energy sector offers career options, from mechanics to electricians, engineers, draftspersons and linesmen. Australian apprentices who are working in the sector or training towards a clean energy occupation on the Priority List can access up to $10,000 in support payments.

Electricians 

An electrical career is a highly technical role with excellent growth prospects. Additionally, you’ll play a crucial role in advancing our transition to green energy as a qualified and skilled electrician.

Early Childhood Education and Care 

WA has a high demand for early childhood education professionals. By becoming an educator, you can positively impact and shape the lives of young learners.

Healthcare and social assistance 

Given Australia’s ageing population, the need for aged and healthcare specialists is constantly growing. Working in the health service industry provides great job satisfaction while offering clients meaningful support to improve their quality of life.

The Machines are Coming!! What do I need to be competitive in the Age of AI?

As AI becomes increasingly common in our lives, many students wonder what subjects they should study and what jobs will be available to them when they leave school. LinkedIn has identified 6 critical human skills that students can work on to help them build a career in the Age of AI.

1. Communication – can you clearly express your ideas to others, can you inspire and motivate them? Can you talk easily with your colleagues?
2. Critical thinking – can you engage with big ideas, question assumptions and synthesize new ideas?
3. Creativity and Innovation – having freed ourselves from the time-consuming tasks being undertaken by AI, we can focus on creative endeavours. AI can be used as a tool to enhance our creativity, BUT the output will only be as good as the CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION humans bring to the collaboration.
4. Emotional Intelligence – this is the ability to understand others and perceive social dynamics.
5. Adaptability – with the onset of the Age of AI, there is a rapid shift in job skill requirements. Change is the new constant and adaptability is the new MUST-HAVE skill.
6. Decision-making – the ability to make thoughtful, timely decisions.

If you need help exploring what your career path may look like, visit, call or email Mrs Johnson and Mrs Paduano in the WPL/Careers office.

Lauren Johnson and Peta Paduano

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