Annual Health Careers Forum

On Wednesday 2nd August, 19 students from Years 10, 11 and 12 attended the annual Health Careers Forum (HCF) at CSU Tone Rd. The day started with a group session where, all 120 students from the region watched a simulation of what happens in an emergency department when a person comes in with critical injuries. The simulation was done using equipment from Northeast Health, Melbourne University campus, and included the patient having their clothes cut off, neck brace, IV drip inserted and their blood pressure and heart rate taken

The students had selected four sessions to attend during the day which were a combination of clinical and non-clinical roles in the health industry. The day also included university and TAFE representatives where students were able to discuss courses and pathways and to gain valuable information about applying for university and university life on campus. We were lucky to have lunch catered for us, salad rolls and homemade soup, lots of fresh fruit and delicious chocolate cookies. The day ended with a Q&A session with current students who are studying and working in the health industry.

A big thank you to all of the dedicated health staff who gave their time to attend the HCF and share their great knowledge with the local students, it was great to listen and talk to you.

Thank you to NE TRACKS LLEN, CSU Tone Rd and Peter ‘Cuppy’ the bus driver.