VET and Careers News
Mrs Robyn Gooley and Mrs Tara Franklin
Careers Information Bulletin – Something for Everyone!
There are so many fantastic and current career opportunities found in our fortnightly ‘Careers Information Bulletin’. Read the latest edition in the PDF here:
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Careers
USA College Scholarship Pathways Information Session - 28 April 2025
Marist College Ashgrove, on behalf of Study & Play USA, invites students from Years 9 to 12 to an exclusive session on securing a USA college scholarship and continuing your sport at an elite level beyond high school. Learn from experts about the pathways available and take the next step in your athletic and academic journey!
When: Monday, 28th April
Where: Tower Function Room, Marist College Ashgrove
Time: 5:30 PM till approximately 6:30pm
Register now via link HERE.
Bond University - Health Experience Days (April, June 2025)
Step into the role of a healthcare professional and experience what it's like to manage real patient care at Bond's Health Experience Day! This free event lets you work alongside doctors, physiotherapists, dietitians, occupational therapists, and other health professionals to explore career pathways in the health sciences.
Upcoming Sessions:
Saturday, 26 April - Morning (8:30am-12:15pm) ' Afternoon (11:45am-3:30pm)
Saturday, 7 June - Morning (8:30am-12:15pm) ' Afternoon (11:45am-3:30pm)
Spots are limited - Register via link HERE now!
NEW UQ Maths Bridging Course
If you are looking to enter university, but need to fulfil a Maths prerequisite, then UQ College’s online bridging courses are perfect for you.
This program is recognised as a Year 12 Maths alternative, helping you to bridge knowledge gaps and meet UQ entry requirements. UQ College is your pathway to further university study. Courses start on the 14 April 2025.
| Online Bridging Course | UQ Prerequisite |
| Pure Mathematics | Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4) |
| General Mathematics | General Mathematics (Units 3 and 4) |
For more information and course costings please visit: https://uqcollege.uq.edu.au/study-options/online-bridging-courses.
Employment and Futures Expo
VET
Connecting with Construction Skills Queensland
Marist College Ashgrove recently celebrated a significant milestone by partnering with Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) as a Construction Pathways School Partner. This partnership was formally recognised during the college assembly, where Mr. Newman received a commemorative plaque.
The collaboration with CSQ aims to provide students with valuable access to practical experiences, industry events, and vital career connections within the growing construction sector. As part of this initiative, students will engage in discussions with industry leaders to understand the skills and attributes sought after by employers in the field.
Additionally, students will have the opportunity to participate in a tour of a local building site. For Year 12 students interested in pursuing a career in construction after graduation, there will be a "try-a-trade" event, allowing them to explore and experience various trades hands-on. This partnership reflects the college's commitment to facilitating real-world career pathways for its students.
2025 Brisbane Careers & Employment Expo/Worldskills National Championships
Exciting News! School Registration is now open for The Brisbane Careers & Employment Expo - June 12, 13 & 14, 2025 at the Brisbane Convention Centre.
The event will once again offer free admission and will run for 3 days, allowing schools the flexibility to schedule their excursions on either Thursday or Friday!
The Event will be even bigger in 2025 with the Worldskills National Championships running alongside the Expo.
The entire event will take place throughout all of the Exhibition Halls (1-4) so it's going to be huge with a variety of displays, activities, and opportunities to explore, engage and learn throughout the event!
What is WorldSkills?
WorldSkills Australia influences, challenges, and supports Australians to develop, recognise and promote skills excellence.
The WorldSkills National Championships is Australia’s biggest vocational education and excellence competition.
They promote skills excellence by delivering skill-based competitions operating at a regional, national and international level.
Click here to find out more: https://www.worldskills.org.au/about/
Register today to lock in your preferred visitation day/arrival time, and to ensure you receive updates and information during the lead-up to the event.
To register, go to:
http://www.careersemploymentexpo.com.au/Brisbane%20Schools%20Booking%20Form.html
Dates – June Thurs 12th, Fri 13th & Sat 14th, 2025 at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
** Please note, Our Expo will be back in May 2026 as usual. (Thurs May 28 to Sat May 30, 2026)The change to June has only altered for 2025 so we can run together with the Worldskills National Championships.