VET Pathways & Workplace Learning

During Week 10, the Year 10 students will have the opportunity to explore a range of opportunities during MyPath Week. I would encourage all students to explore the MyPath website and spend time researching the information that has been provided.

Not only do the Year 10 students have the chance to enrol in courses provided by RTOs from July, but the current Year 11 students also have one-year courses available to them. Please ensure you act upon receiving the email once it is sent through in July. All RTOs require a resume so the boys should start to create a basic email now – I have a template if this is required.

I have met with all General Year 12 students to discuss goals for the remaining part of the year – we have discussed different apprenticeships and courses available to them in 2025. I will continue to check in with the Year 12s to ensure they are on track for next year.

Excursions

Industry & Enterprise

The I&E students were lucky enough to attend Austral Ships to explore the design and construction of defence force and governmental ships. Students were able to understand employment opportunities within this business. We then attended South Metro TAFE to explore the world of training with the RTO. The boys toured the facilities exploring areas of automation, electronics, oil & gas. The boys had fun using the VR Headset to go fishing, do hairdressing, and complete an open-heart surgery.

Term Two - Barminco

Term Three – Perth Careers Expo

Term Four – Roy Hill

Years 11 & 12

It is the time of year to train up our new baristas for U Bean Café – sixteen students attended ‘Barista School Perth’ at Jessie’s Café in Myaree. The boys learnt how to create the perfect coffee and there were many interesting reactions to tasting their first coffee.

The boys have also been offered the opportunity to complete their Responsible Service of Alcohol online – this course is run through the AHAWA – if your son is interested please let me know.

Guest Speakers

With a focus on post-schooling opportunities for the Year 12s we have timetabled many guest speakers throughout the year;

CJD – National Training & Development Manager

Alvin spoke to the students about what he would be looking for in an apprentice and what they should include in their resumes. He also discussed how questions can be framed to answer the interview questions in the correct way.

Komatsu – We were very lucky to have Jack ('22), William ('23) and Jason (Workshop Supervisor) speak to the boys about their experience when applying for apprenticeships. They discussed the importance of how you present yourself, how to stand out from the crowd and the life of an apprentice. We appreciate the time that the community continue to invest back into Mazenod.

We have lots of more exciting guest speakers over the next two terms with areas of mining, influencers and RTOs.

Workplace Learning

Workplace Learning forms are due next Friday 3 May. I have delivered information related to Workplace Learning earlier than last time – all students should have the booklet to complete.

KEY DATES

I&E Term Two – Week 11

24 - 27 June (4 days)

I&E Term Three – Week 8

2 - 6 September (5 days)

I&E Term Four – Week 4

28 October – 1 November (5 days)

Year 11 - Term Two

20 - 30 May

Year 11 - Term Four

11 - 22 November

Year 12 - Term Two

20 - 30 May

Year 12 - Term Four

7 - 17 October

Industry & Enterprise - Workplace Learning

During Week 8 the Industry and Enterprise students completed their first work placement in a variety of industries. After thoroughly enjoying their first placement they are looking forward to trying different occupations to find out what they do or don’t like.

Perth Skillswest Careers & Employment Expo

Careers Expo 2024 will be hosted at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre (PCEC) between Thursday 16 May and Sunday 19 May 2024.

Thursday and Friday: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

ENTRY IS FREE

See who’s exhibiting in 2024 on the Visitors page.

Opportunities

Are you interested in becoming a plumber or a painter? The Master Plumbers Association are offering Pre-Apprenticeships for 2025.

MPA Skills offers a Pre-Apprenticeship for those still attending school and who want to participate in the program during Year 11 and Year 12. The Certificate II qualification counts towards a student’s final results at school including the work placement component. This program is delivered 1 day per week from Terms 1 to 3 and includes 152 hours (Plumbing) and 150 hours (Painting) of work experience. Work experience is usually completed during school holidays or exam breaks, or some schools will allow their students to complete their work experience on an additional day during the week.

This is offered at John Forrest High School or the MPA Skills Jandakot.

Students must have a C Grade average to enrol for the School-Based Pre-Apprenticeship courses.

Enrolment Process:

Prior to enrolment, students MUST discuss their intention to enrol with their VET Coordinator/School.
Students should not enrol without consent from their school.
Enrolment for both courses for DTWD (Plumbing & Painting) is completed via the MPA Skills website.
Enrolment for the CTF courses must be completed through the CTF portal.
Students MUST supply MPA Skills with a birth certificate/passport and the latest school report.

These documents must be uploaded during the enrolment process as stated on the website. Without these documents, your application will not be accepted. See Mrs Johnson - applications close in August.