Careers Corner
Year 10, 11 & 12
University Open Days are late July to August. A flyer was handed out to all Year 10, 11 and 12 students at the start of term 3 - more are available in the Senior School office. It is a great opportunity to find out about new courses and pathways into various courses. Current students are on hand to talk to and there are often various information sessions held throughout the day. It is a good idea to go online to the University website prior to your visit and plan your day!
5 handy tips to improve your writing
http://www.acj.edu.au/blog/acj-news/5-handy-tips-to-improve-your-writing-skills
University Information
VTAC Videos
This series of videos is useful for students and their families who want to understand or refresh their knowledge of the VTAC preferencing system.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omthIvIIaJc&list=PL9fm2yUJHTjiNn-9g5hhXzYBmI2eFh-yf
Swinburne: New Architecture Degree
Swinburne is introducing an architecture degree in 2018. If you want to study architecture and would like to expand the pool of universities you apply to, check it out.
http://www.swinburne.edu.au/news/latest-news/2017/06/architecture-makes-its-way-to-swinburne.php
VU Osteopathy Info Session – Update
Wed 6 September, 7pm – 8:30pm
The date of the VU Osteopathy info session has changed – this is the new date.
https://www.vu.edu.au/about-vu/news-events/events/osteopathy-course-information-evening
Admission to ACU through VET studies
ACU considers Vocational Education Training (VET) studies a significant pathway into university. By completing a certificate IV, diploma or advanced diploma at a TAFE or registered training organisation (RTO), you may be eligible for one of the following admission pathway options:
- Direct Application
- Application for admission through QTAC, UAC or VTAC
Australian Defence Force Gap Year
Applications for a 2018 gap year opened in March 2017.
The ADF Gap Year program provides an opportunity for young Australians who have finished year 12 or equivalent, aged between 17 and 24, to experience military training & lifestyle whilst gaining new skills over a paid gap year.
http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/gap-year/
The Good Universities Guide: Online and Distance Education
Materials for students interested in online and distance education, with information on what is online and distance education, where and how are courses offered, different options, flexible study options and interactivity and support.
Private Colleges
AIT Open Night
Wed 23 August, 6pm – 8pm @ Melbourne campus
http://www.ait.edu.au/information-night
Southern School of Natural Therapies Open Day
12 August, 10am – 2:30pm
http://www.ssnt.edu.au/about/ssnt-events/open-day-2017
The Hotel School Melbourne Open Day
Sun 27 August, 11am – 3pm
https://hotelschool.scu.edu.au/events/melbourne-open-day/
Year 10
Work Experience
June 26 to 30 - Wow, what a fantastic week our Year 10s had on work experience! Everything from Media, Legal, Graphic and Interior Design, Childcare, Scientific research, Medical, Landscaping, Automotive and Retail, just to mention a few. Many students were visited by myself and the Year 10 Teachers. It was great to see them so happy experiencing what it is like in the workforce. A few were offered part-time jobs from their placements which was pleasing.
Please see our pictures of some of these visits!
Any parent who could host a Year 10 on work experience at their work place would be appreciated. It is not always easy finding suitable and varied placements. Some places such as the Museums, Shine of Remembrance and other businesses have stopped their work experience programs for secondary students. Please contact the Careers Office if you can offer a placement in 2018.
Course Selection Interviews
Starting this term, I will be conducting course selection interviews for the Year 10s. This follows the VCE information night that was held at the College on Wednesday 19th July. If you missed out on the session, look out for the slideshow that was emailed to out to you.
General Information
GOTAFE: Every day is open day
During the month of August, GOTAFE has a policy “Every day is open day”. Go and find out about the course you’re interested in studying and ask questions about entry requirements and career opportunities.
SALT – Supporting and Linking Tradeswomen
SALT aim to support women and girls who are (or want to become) tradies.
Australian Government Cadetships, Scholarships and Work Experience Opportunities
The Australian government has a number of cadetship, scholarship, and work experience opportunities within Australian government departments and agencies. To view these opportunities, visit:
Jetstar Apprenticeship Program
Jetstar anticipate accepting applications for their 2018 intake in mid-to-end of 2017. Sign up online to be kept informed of job openings.
https://www.jetstar.com/au/en/careers/apprenticeship
Radio Training Institute Upcoming Course
Voice over: 7th – 8th October
http://radiotraininginstitute.com.au/
Camp America
Melbourne: 8 August, 6pm – 7pm
Online: 23 August, 6pm – 7pm
Join us for the 2018 Camp America season launch!
Want to know more about our Camp America program? Come along and find out why more than 7,000 people from around the world head to America every year to work in summer camps.
https://campamerica.com.au/events/
Carol McCaskie
Careers and Pathways Coordinator