Careers
Year 12 Results & VTAC (University) Applications
Good luck to our Year 12 students who will be receiving their VCE results on Monday 12th December from 7am. The Careers Team are encouraging students who have made a VTAC application for universities studies to come into the school for careers counselling on their chosen preferences if needed. Change of Preference for University courses closes on 14th December at 5.00pm and the December offers will be released on 21st December from 2.00pm in your VTAC account or emails.
Remember there is always a pathway and we are here to help. Counselling will take place in the gymnasium classrooms, commencing 10am on Monday 12th December. Tuesday and Wednesday will start at 9am and all three days will go through until 3.30-4.00pm, depending on demand from students.
Wellbeing will be onsite to support students as well as representatives from La Trobe University, GOTAFE and The University of Melbourne. You do not have to book in for an appointment just show up on the days listed above.
Morrisby results are in
The My Career Insights program for all Year 9 students in government secondary schools has concluded for 2023. For the students at Greater Shepparton Secondary College who participated this year, they were able to:
• Learn about what skills and abilities they could bring to a job
• Find out about what jobs match their abilities, interests and personality, and the subjects they need for those jobs.
As part of the program, your child may have:
• Completed a series of online questions and quizzes (on the Morrisby Profile website) at school.
• Had a 30-minute meeting with a Morrisby-trained Career Practitioner, who explained the report to your child.
• Received a Morrisby Profile Report showing the results from the questions and quizzes, and possible jobs that match their abilities, interests and personality.
The Morrisby Profile Reports were handed out to students this week from their Neighbourhood Career Practitioner so we encourage parents to have a discussion with their child about their results and suggested career pathways. This program is one tool that will form the basis of future Career Education and Pathways as they progress to Year 10 next year.
An online version of the report can also be accessed at any time by students by going to www.morrisby.com and using their login information.
Well done to the students who were involved this year and if you have any further questions about the program or are yet to have been given your report, please see the Careers Practitioner in your neighbourhood.
Further Career News
CAREERS IN DISABILITY SERVICES
The International Day of People with a Disability was held on Saturday 3 December. To celebrate this important day, Elaine from Explore Careers has written a fantastic article about 5 careers to explore in disability services, including:
Community services worker
NDIS support worker
Physiotherapist
Early childhood intervention worker
Occupational therapist
You can access the article via http://bit.ly/3OLfF4m
7 CAREERS IN SPORT
To celebrate the FIFA World Cup, Elaine from Explore Careers has written an article on 7 sports careers, including:
Sports coach
Personal trainer
Recreational facilities management
Sports nutritionist
Sports occupational therapist
Wellbeing activities coordinator
Sports reporter.
Read the article via http://bit.ly/3VltCs2
CALLING ALL ENTREPRENEURS!
Join the Nestle Academy
What is the Academy? A free, interactive digital education platform.
Who is the Academy for? Young innovators looking to deepen their knowledge and build entrepreneurship skills.
Why should you participate? To accelerate your growth from innovator to entrepreneur.
For information visit https://nestleyouthentrepreneurship.com/
JOBS – CHRISTMAS CASUAL POSITIONS
If you are keen to work over the summer break, now is the perfect time to apply for Christmas casual positions. These positions are usually temporary but can sometimes lead to ongoing work. Use the Summer Jobs website to search for jobs in your area https://summerjobs.com.au/
POLICING & CRIMINOLOGY
Do you have an interest in criminal justice? Want to know why people deviate from the rules of society?
Have you considered becoming a police officer?
Monash University offers a unique degree called the Bachelor of Criminology and Policing. This is the only course of its kind in Victoria. In three years, students will complete the core requirements of the Bachelor of Criminology, and a Diploma of Policing, undertaken at the Victoria Police Academy.
This course will provide the chance to achieve the dream of working in the police force, or choosing to work in an area requiring crime and justice experts, such as anti-corruption, crime prevention, justice, human rights, juvenile justice, and social welfare. For information, visit www.monash.edu
FINE ARTS & MUSIC
The University of Melbourne
Stay up to date with the latest happenings at The University of Melbourne Faculty of Fine Arts and Music and learn about the work of researchers, artists, performers, and production specialists.
https://finearts-music.unimelb.edu.au/about-us/
FREE AND LOW-COST TAFE COURSES
Not sure what to do next year? TAFE courses are an excellent way to get industry experience, a job ready qualification, connect with industry experts, develop career ideas, and - depending on the course - entry into university study.
The NSW and Victorian state Governments have funded free and low-cost TAFE courses for eligible graduates. Explore your options at Victorian residents: www.vic.gov.au/free-tafe
NSW residents: https://bit.ly/3Chk9HX
TOURISM & TRAVEL
The Flight Centre Travel Academy
The Academy offers the University Diploma of Tourism and Travel in conjunction with two exciting employment programs:
Work, Study + Play Whitsundays: This program offers exclusive adventures with luxury resort destinations, and support with travel benefits and eco-tourism experiences.
Flight Centre Travel Consultant Program: You will study to become an accredited travel consultant. If you meet certain conditions, you may receive an $18,000 scholarship.
Information, www.fctravelacademy.com
JOURNALISM
Year 11 and 12 students (2023) who are passionate about writing and have an interest in current affairs are invited to explore Jschool. This is an independent journalism college. Students can get a ’taste of journalism’ over summer by studying one or more online subjects from the Diploma of Journalism. https://jschool.com.au/single-subjects
SUMMER SCHOOLS
The following are examples of exciting programs being offered in January.
Filmmaking Summer School
This intensive summer school is taught by Australia’s leading film industry professionals and is suited to people from all ages and backgrounds.
When: 14 - 15 January 2023.
Where: Dancehouse, Carlton North, Vic.
Qantum Computing Summer School Camp
The Sydney Qantum Academy is running a summer school for Year 9 – 12 students who would like to learn about the fascinating world of quantum physics. You will explore quantum phenomena like superposition and entanglement and no prior experience is necessary. Full scholarships are available.
When: 16 – 20 January 2023.
Where: virtual plus a bonus on-site day
https://sydneyquantum.org/programs
National Institute of Dramatic Arts (NIDA)
NIDA is running several acting and musical theatre short courses for students at the Melbourne campus during January. To explore the program options and reserve your place, visit www.open.nida.edu.au
Santos Science Experience
This is a fun 3 days of science activities for Year 9 and 10 students (2023). Participants perform experiments in the laboratories, meet and hear senior lecturers in the lecture theatres, and attend site visits. The program is running at the following two institutes in January 2023:
17: Marine & Freshwater Discovery Centre
18 – 20: RMIT University
2023 National Youth Science Forum
This is a two-week on-site and digital program where Year 12 students (2023) are immersed in hands-on science activities, lab experiments, field trips and meet researchers who are leaders in their field. The cost is $1950. Students are encouraged to contact their local Rotary Club to seek financial assistance and scholarships may be available.
When: 10 – 24 January 2023.
Campion College Summer Program
The immersive four-day program provides the opportunity to reside on campus and interact with like-minded peers. We have a fun-filled program including movies, trivia, dancing, and sports, as well as sample lectures from our history, literature, philosophy, and theology professors. Must be 16 – 20 years old.
When: 10 – 13 January 2023.
Where: Campion College, Toongabbie, NSW.
Monash University - Engineering
Engage Engineer: this program is for students in Years 9 & 10 in 2023 and will run on 16 & 17 January 2023.
Engineering Skills Day: this program is for female students in Years 10 – 12 in 2023 and will run on 19 January 2023.
Steam City: this program is for female students and will run on 19 January 2023. The day will be focussed on engineering.
For information on the above programs and to register your place, visit
www.monash.edu/engineering/meg/activities
Monash University - Science
MYSci: this is an exciting three-day science program specifically designed for students who will be in Year 11 and 12 in 2023. Cost is $110 per student and will run between 11 – 13 January 2023,
https://shop.monash.edu/mysci-2023.html
Dates for your Diary
Medicine and Dentistry
The following companies are running information sessions, webinars, and workshops on the UCAT:
NIE, www.ucat.edu.au
MedEntry, www.medentry.edu.au
Endota Wellness College
Endota Wellness College is located at Melbourne and offers courses in Beauty, Massage and Salon Management. An open day will be run on Saturday 3 December for prospective students. For information, visit https://endotawellnesscollege.edu.au/
SAE Creative Media Institute
SAE offers Bachelor, Associate Degree and Diploma programs in Animation, Audio, Design, Film, Games, and Music. The Institute is running an exhibition event for prospective students on Tuesday 13 December, https://sae.edu.au/event
Australian College of Applied Professions (ACAP) Located at Melbourne and offers courses in:
Criminology & Justice
Psychology
Social Work
Counselling
Coaching, and
Business Administration.
The College is running a series of online events for prospective students in December. You will learn about courses at the College and participate in themed webinars www.acap.edu.au/events
GSSC Careers Staff
If you need careers advice drop in and see your Neighbourhood Careers Practitioner on Level 1 in the Careers Hub in each Neighbourhood.
Careers Practitioners
Careers Leader: Natasha Boyko
Biyala Neighbourhood: Susan Barr
Dharnya Neighbourhood: Graeme Crosbie
Bayuna Neighbourhood: Dan Watson
Partnerships Manager:
& Industry Engagement Mary-Ann Linehan
Priority Cohorts Coordinator: Colleen Wilkinson
