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Careers News!
Key Dates FOR YEAR 12’s:
VTAC
21st December – 1st round offers released (2pm)
Upcoming Information Sessions:
Australian Defence Force
Interested in a career in the Army, Navy or Air Force? Check the amazing career information sessions running across the country and online, www.defencejobs.gov.au/events
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
hpsc careers page
Hampton Park Secondary College has its own Careers page. It’s a one stop shop for everything you need with Career planning and help. Check it out!
Do you need a resume to take advantage of summer job opportunities?
The Careers team run workshops to assist.
- Resume: Thursday at lunchtime 1.15pm- 1.45pm. Bring your laptop.
- Job Search, Interview Skills Sessions: Wednesday at lunchtime 1.15pm- 1.45pm
gain knowledge on how to search for a job and the type of questions you may be asked in an interview. Bring your laptop.
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
INTERESTED IN TAKING A GAP YEAR? consider summer camp in the us
Looking to travel for your gap year? If you want to see some amazing places, make new friends, and have tons of fun, you might want to consider a Summer Camp in the US.
Camp America® | USA Summer Camp Jobs in America Since 1969
Summer Camp in America 2023 | USA Summer Jobs - Camp Leaders Australia
TAX FILE NUMBER
If you are looking at starting work (casual, part-time, full time) you will require a Tax File Number.
Importantly, current Year 12 students are reminded that they cannot enrol in a CSP course without a Tax File Number.
Students must apply online and have their identity verified through an interview at a participating post office. To apply visit- Tax File Number Australia
COMPETITIONS!
Add to your resume and have fun by entering competitions!
Art and ocean conservation The Science Without Borders®
Challenge is an international contest that engages students and teachers in ocean conservation through art. This year’s theme is ‘The Sixth Extinction’. You will create a piece of art that highlights the beauty and importance of a marine species that is on the brink of extinction. Scholarships of up to $500 will awarded to the winning entries. Entries close 6 March 2023, www.livingoceansfoundation.org
Get savvy about your finances
Year13 has teamed up with Westpac and built FinLit, a financial literacy program that will equip you with the knowledge you'll need to navigate the world of money.
If you've ever wondered how to save for a car or how to go about buying a house, or what superannuation is - you've come to the right place! Topics include:
Landing your first job
- Types of work
- Getting paid the right wage
- Choosing a bank and guide to bank fees
- Using your bank account
Taxes and super
- What is superannuation?
- Getting paid the right super
- The deal with taxes
Saving & spending your cash
- Saving your money
- Understanding interest
- Savings accounts
Program - https://year13.com.au/academy
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CaOOXeAYQOuO1nFm9dwYsA
jOB SPOTLIGHT
Train to become a Physiotherapist
Physiotherapists are health professionals who assess and treat people with a variety of injuries that impact on mobility.
You might travel with professional athletes and play a critical role in their success, managing injuries and helping maximise recovery and preparation so that they can be their best on the big day. Or you can assist in rehabilitating people who have been injured in accidents so they can get back to work and normal life.
If you love helping people and have a healing touch, and want a job that can provide a lot of variety and the chance to travel, this could be the ideal career for you.
The job:
· Assessing patients with injuries to identify the problem
· Walking patients through recovery exercises
· Using techniques such as massage and heat therapy to relieve pain and assist recovery
· Designing appropriate treatment and recovery plans
· Assessing whether a client is ready to return to work or sport
· Developing plans to decrease the risk of future injury
How to become a Physiotherapist-
You must complete an approved university-level degree and register with Ahpra in order to work as a Physiotherapist in Australia.
Step 1 – Complete Year 12 with a focus on English and Maths. Biology, Chemistry and Health can also be useful.
Step 2 – Study an accredited program of study, usually a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. You can see a full list of approved qualifications here.
Step 3 – Once you have completed your studies, apply for general registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia.
Step 4 – Start working as a fully qualified Physiotherapist.
Step 5 – Engage in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) throughout your career and renew your registration annually.
Find out more here –
https://www.physiotherapyboard.gov.au
The Careers team would like to wish all students and their families a Merry Christmas and a safe and happy holiday break 😊