🎓Careers

Year 10 – Employability Skills

Due to the public holiday, Year 10 students did not have a MyPath session this fortnight.

Students should now have completed the resume they began developing in our previous sessions.

We look forward to working with the boys again in Week 8, when we will build on this by looking at cover letters and applying for casual and part-time jobs.

Year 11 – Planning for 2027

The Careers Team has continued meeting with Year 11 students as they make important decisions about their programs and pathways for 2027.

This has included interviews with students applying for University Enabling Programs, as well as discussions with students considering VET courses, apprenticeships and traineeships.

These conversations help students develop a Year 12 program that supports their intended pathway beyond school.

Year 12 – University Costs, HELP & Scholarships

Our latest Year 12 MyPath session focused on some of the practical considerations involved in preparing for university.

Students on a university pathway explored:

• University course costs and Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs)
• HECS-HELP and how HELP loans work
• Other costs associated with university study
• University scholarships and where to find them
• What makes a strong scholarship application

Students were encouraged to actively search and apply for scholarships rather than assuming they won't be eligible. Scholarships are available for a wide range of achievements and circumstances, not just academic results.

With university applications now underway, students should also continue reviewing their TISC preferences, Early Offer requirements and course prerequisites and seek assistance from the Careers Team when needed.

University & Pathway Opportunities

Murdoch University Open Night

Tuesday 1 September | 5:30–7:30 pm

Students and families considering Murdoch University are encouraged to attend its upcoming Open Night.

This is another opportunity to explore study options, learn more about courses and have questions answered before students finalise their university preferences.

Find out more and register HERE.

Upcoming Events & Opportunities

ECU – Upcoming Future Student Events:

ECU has a great range of events coming up for students who would like to explore particular courses and career areas.

Upcoming events include:

27 August – Year 11 & 12 Aviation Information Evening

Joondalup | 4:30–6:00 pm

27 August – WAAPA Dance Audition Q&A

Online | 4:00–6:00 pm

1 September – Computing & Security Showcase

Joondalup | 6:00–7:30 pm

4 September – Nursing & Midwifery Showcase

Joondalup | 5:30–7:30 pm

7 September – WAAPA Screen Performance Q&A

Online | 4:00–6:00 pm

7 September – Teacher Education Information Evening

Joondalup | 6:00–7:30 pm

11 September – Year 11 & 12 Engineering Showcase

Joondalup | 4:30–6:30 pm

14 September – Medical & Health Sciences Showcase

Joondalup | 5:30–7:30 pm

17 September – WAAPA Performance Making Night

ECU City | 6:00–7:30 pm

22 September – WAAPA Production & Design Information Evening

ECU City | 6:00–7:30 pm

13 October – WAAPA Arts & Cultural Management Information Evening

ECU City | 6:00–7:30 pm

19 October – UniPrep Information Session

Online | 6:00–7:00 pm

There is something here for almost every area of interest. Students are encouraged to register early for events relevant to the courses or careers they are considering.

View all ECU events and register HERE.

Free ECU Year 12 ATAR Revision Sessions:

Tuesday 29 September – Friday 2 October

ECU is offering FREE Year 12 ATAR revision sessions during the school holidays, available both on campus and online.

Subjects include:

• Biology 
• Human Biology
• Chemistry  
• Physics
• English
• Mathematics Applications
• Mathematics Methods
• Mathematics Specialist

Each four-hour session covers the Year 12 syllabus, examination techniques, revision strategies and Q&A. Students also receive revision notes. These sessions are well worth considering for Year 12 ATAR students preparing for their final examinations.

On-campus registration: Register HERE

Online registration: Register HERE

Career Spotlight – Work Health & Safety and Environmental Health

Looking for a career that combines science, problem-solving, working with people and making workplaces or communities safer?

Work Health & Safety (WHS) and Environmental Health are two career areas students may not have considered.

Work Health & Safety

WHS professionals work to prevent workplace injuries and illness and create safer workplaces.

Their work can include:

• Identifying hazards and assessing risks
• Investigating workplace incidents
• Conducting workplace inspections
• Developing safety procedures
• Training employees
• Advising organisations about health and safety requirements

Career opportunities include WHS Adviser, Safety Officer, Safety Consultant, Workplace Safety Inspector and Safety Manager.

These professionals work across industries including mining, construction, manufacturing, transport, healthcare, education and government. Curtin estimates employment in occupational and environmental health professional roles will grow by more than 19% nationally by 2035. (Curtin University)

Studying WHS in WA

Curtin offers a Bachelor of Science (Health, Safety and Environment). The three-year degree has a guaranteed ATAR of 70, includes 250 hours of professional placement and is professionally accredited. (Curtin University)

Explore Health, Safety and Environment at Curtin

Environmental Health

Environmental Health professionals focus on protecting the health of the wider community.

Their work can involve:

• Food safety
• Water quality
• Environmental hazards
• Public health
• Pollution and noise
• Risk assessment
• Investigating health concerns in the community

An Environmental Health Officer, for example, may work for local government inspecting food businesses, investigating complaints and helping manage risks to community health.

One WA pathway is Curtin's postgraduate Environmental Health qualification, which can follow a relevant undergraduate degree such as public health, human biology, environmental science, biology, chemistry or allied health. (Curtin University)

Explore Environmental Health at Curtin

Who might enjoy these careers?

These careers may particularly suit students who enjoy Science, Health, Geography and problem-solving, but don't necessarily see themselves working in a traditional healthcare or laboratory role.

They can offer a mix of office work, site visits, investigation, working with people and practical problem-solving - and lead to careers across government and some of WA's largest industries.

Careers Newsletter

The attached newsletter has a good write-up with information about some great new courses and assured pathways.

There is plenty of news so please have a good read and enjoy!

As always, the Careers Team is available to support students and families with pathway planning, university applications, scholarships and career advice.

Tyrone Tuohy

Careers Counsellor