Career & VET Report

November 2020

VET in Schools

There are still some places available for the 2021 VET in Schools program. Students in Years 9 and 10 who are still considering options should check with me. VET courses provide an introduction to a range of career pathways from Apprenticeships through to TAFE Courses and direct employment. Please open the link which provides a summary of all costs and levels attained. VCE students can study some VET subjects in Year 11 with some of these contributing to the VCE ATAR.

https://vet.llen.com.au/get-vet/

Australian Defence Force GAP YEAR

Gap Year Program Current Year 11 students are encouraged to explore the ADF Gap Year program. Applications for the 2022 intake will open around March 2021. For information on the Gap Year program and the roles you can apply for, visit

https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/students-and-education/gap-year/?page=1&perPage=21&query=

My Career Insights

This program is a new program for all Year 9 students in government secondary schools. It is designed for students to learn about what skills and abilities they could bring to a future job.

They can find about what jobs match their abilities, interests and personality and the subjects they need for those jobs.

The program will involve students answering on line questions and quizzes. The results will be presented in a report called the Morrisby Profile.

All students have been given information sheets and permission slips. These slips need to be returned in the next few days.

Holiday Employment and GAP Year options

Employment Farm jobs in regional areas

If you are looking for a casual farm job over the summer holidays, Harvest Trail Information Service is a company that can assist. This is a free service to job seekers,

https://jobsearch.gov.au/harvest

Skillsroad has released a fantastic series of resources for young people.

You can download the sections that are relevant to you.

Get your head right

6 tips to get your life back on track
5 ways to deal with negative thoughts
How to become resilient
What to do when your motivation is gone

https://www.skillsroad.com.au/get-your-head-right

Discover your options

A day in the life of....
Discover your skills and strengths
Get to know how work ready you are
Explore careers and your study pathways

https://www.skillsroad.com.au/discover-your-options

Job seeking resources

For excellent job seeking tips, and resume/cover letter templates, check out the resources at Youth Central- https://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/

Rights and responsibilities Know your rights and responsibilities when starting a new job - https://www.fairwork.gov.au/find-help-for/young-workers-and-students

Tax File Number (TFN) If you don’t have a TFN, you will need to apply for one via the Australian Tax Office - https://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/Tax-file-number/

Learn about safety in the workplace Learn how to stay safe at work - https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/young-workers

Victoria Heffernan

Careers & VET Coordinator