Careers Corner

This week we begin with a reminder to those students in Year 12 who might be considering careers in medicine or dentistry post school that they need to register for the “UCAT” (University Clinical Aptitude Test ANZ).

I will be sending an email to Year 12 with the details and have placed these details in the Careers section of the school website under the heading UCAT information and in the Careers One Note under UCAT information.  Please follow the instructions in this information if you are considering medicine or dentistry post school.  If you need assistance, please come and see me.

Important UCAT ANZ 2021 Dates

Candidates taking the UCAT ANZ in 2021 for entry to universities in Australia and New Zealand in 2022 should note these key dates (deadline times are in AEST - Australian Eastern Standard Time):

Please log on to the UCAT website for specific information.

On Wednesday, 10 March, myself and several of our Year 11 and Year 12 students will be travelling to Port Macquarie to visit Charles Sturt University for the annual “Charles Sturt Explore” day.  We are waiting to hear how many seats we are allowed on the bus that is being subsidised by the university.  I will know definite numbers by the end of this week.

On Tuesday, 16 March, 20 Year 11 and Year 12 students interested in careers in the Health field will be attending a Health Careers Forum at the Manning Education Centre.  This venture is hosted by UNE and Newcastle University and provides a wealth of information about Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Radiography, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Nutrition and Radiology.  The students get some “hands on” experience and valuable information on what the requirements are for each of these areas.  Stay tuned for some photos in the next Chapter of Careers Corner.

Each week the Year 12 students have a Careers lesson on Tuesday for 25 minutes.  They are in the process of completing a booklet which they began on our first Careers Day this year.  This booklet will help me to gain a profile of each of the students and hopefully some idea of where they might be thinking of going post school.  This will help me to help them.  I am also asking them to complete two resumes for two careers that they might be interested in.  Each student has access to a Careers OneNote which is where I am hoping they will keep their information.  This will allow me to make any adjustments to their resumes and then they or I can print them if necessary.  They can create these in Job Jump which they all have access to, or in Word as there are several resume and cover letter templates available here as well.  No two jobs are exactly the same.  A cover letter and resume should be tailored to the criteria of the job.

On each Friday of Week B, the Year 11 students have a Careers lesson for 25 minutes.  We have been looking at strengths and skills and possible pathways.  During our next Careers lesson the students will be completing a Career Quiz.  This might give them more of an idea about possible post school pathways and could help to find some direction and motivation over the next couple of years.

I have a timetable on my door with blank spots for the students to write their names if they wish to see me or they can email me to arrange a time.  I am more than happy to talk to any student who would like some help with a resume or anything else relating to Careers.

As information comes to hand, I will email the relevant students and I will also be putting all information in the Careers section of the School Website.  This will relate to apprenticeships, traineeships, job vacancies, university information and open days, TAFE information and scholarships.  There is a section in the Careers section titled Job Jump which has a great deal of up to date information.  All the students in Years 10, 11 and 12 have, or will have, access to this.

Please see below for important information re upcoming sessions.  Thanks to CAA.

Course & Institution Information Sessions for Students & Parents

Adulting for Australians© (A4A) Fitting neatly into the 'Life Ready' Independence program, A4A 2021 is now online.  The program covers essential independence learning targeting 16-24 yo's. Modules cover the 'Why's & How's" of: Tax, Voting, Social Etiquette, Super, Finance, Housing, Employment & much more. DISCOUNTS OFFERED TO SCHOOLS. Contact: Deb on 0403335547 or email: edugap@outlook.com.au,

AIT Online Info Sessions Academy of Information Technology will be holding virtual Online Info Sessions April 12-16, 2021. Students will have the chance to hear from AIT's course advisors, educators & recent graduates. This is the ideal opportunity to explore study options and career paths in Film, Animation, 3D, Games & Mobile App Development. Register via

Get your free TAFE NSW Parent and Caregiver Resource Guide A new guide has been developed for parents and/or caregivers to help transition their child into TAFE NSW. Jam packed with all the information that you need to know, the guide can be accessed via the dedicated Parent and/or Caregiver webpage:

Career in Games & Film, Info Evening at Academy of Interactive Entertainment Wednesday 18th March Considering a career in games, 3D or VFX? Discover AIE’s courses in Game Art & Animation, Programming and Game Design. Learn about entry requirements and career pathways. 6pm-8pm, 33 Mountain St, Ultimo, NSW, 2007. Rego required. RSVP

SFC Pilot Training College - Open Day - Registration Now Open Sydney Flight College (SFC) is having their annual open day on Saturday 10th April 2021 at Bankstown Airport. Careers advisors, students and parents are all welcome to view the facilities and fleet, chat to a course advisor, and enjoy a free BBQ lunch. Due to COVID bookings are essential, and can be made at

Medicine Information Nights - Charles Sturt University A great opportunity for anyone interested in studying Doctor of Medicine in 2022 and beyond. The nights include key course information, entry requirements, application process, scholarships and more. Online registration required as numbers at each event are limited. Wagga–Tues 16 March Orange–Mon 22 March Bathurst-Tues 23 March Online–Tues 4 May To book:

Course Changes, Updates and New Courses/Providers

Reduced prices and new courses now at Bedford College Bedford College has reduced their prices, introduced new courses and flexible learning options, making courses more accessible than ever before. Request a visit from the enrolment officer: info@bedford.edu.au, 1300 174 174,

National PC: 90301 CRICOS PC: 01589B Baptist Business College Ltd ABN 99 000 049 18.

Courses, Workshops and Information Sessions for Students

Register now for AFTT’s Open Day Registrations are now open for AFTT’s May Open Day. Events, Workshops, and Productions - AFTT AFTT's Introducing ARRI Cameras AFTT is so excited to introduce ARRI into the mix of cameras used throughout the Advanced Diploma. These cameras are an addition to an already strong line up of industry-standard gear including REDs, Blackmagic, Sony and more!

Register now for AFTT's April High School Workshops Come along to one of AFTT's Introductory Workshops and learn what a career in the theatre production, film or acting industry would be like! Register now

Women in Science at the Australian National Maritime Museum Join the Australian National Maritime Museum for Women in Science, encouraging High School girls to look beyond the lab coats and explore career possibilities in STEM. Visit the museum on Friday the 5th of March or join in online, with virtual programs from the 8th – 12th. Visit

or email megan.baehnisch@sea.museum

Complimentary Introduction To Entrepreneurship Evening 4th of May, 2021 Students are entering a covid challenged and rapidly changing environment. For those that know what they want to do, there is no guarantee that a job will exist for them. Find out about entrepreneurship and how being an entrepreneur and starting a business can be a viable career path. RSVP Jim@firstpivot.com.au to learn more.

Engineering Workshops Years 7-10 Engineers Australia's 2021 program is out! Vacancy: 2 positions available for school groups of <30 for 11 March 'Discover Engineering' full day program. Live via Zoom into your classroom. Activities are facilitated by University students & Young Engineers. For all programs for 2021 contact Caryn Morgan stemnsw@engineersaustralia.org.au Contact Caryn for school visits, panel discussions etc

Two Day Taster Course: Sydney Design School Interior Decoration Workshop 14 & 15 April 2021 Considering a career in interior design? Sydney Design School have created a two day taster course for their accredited Certificate IV in Interior Decoration during the April school holidays. Be inspired by practising Interior Designers to create a scheme for a living space in your home. 14 & 15 April 2021 Book your seat online here

2/40 Oxley St, St Leonards, Sydney.

TAFE NSW South-West Sydney only - First Step Program for youth (aged 15-24) – Business or Healthcare Do you have returning Year 12 students who are over 17 years and ready to take their first step beyond school? This pathway program has been developed to deliver employability skills in industries where there is local demand. Supported by J. P. Morgan, training is FEE-FREE, in a supportive environment over a four-month period. Find out more:

Free UCAT Webinars for Year 12 & 11 Students (28/2, 14/3) A survey of hundreds of 97th+ percentile students after UCAT 2020 found that they spent around 250 hrs on UCAT prep, and that their success was determined by HOW they distributed their prep time and WHAT they did for UCAT study. This free webinar will cover a Term 1&2 timeline to keep students on track, including weekly prep goals and study milestones. Register:

Explore Day registration open - Charles Sturt University Come to Explore Day to see what Charles Sturt is all about. Choose from the range of info sessions, hands-on workshops and tours to see what uni is really like and find out which courses are right for you. Port Macquarie-Wed 10 March Bathurst-Tues 16 March Orange-Wed 17 March Wagga-Tues 23 March Albury-Wodonga-Tues 30 March Dubbo-Wed 31 March Book:

Western Campus Tours Western's highly successful Campus Tours are back again this year. Prospective students, their parents and families and the general public can check out state-of-the-art facilities and hear from current students and staff about courses and degrees Western offers. For 2021 dates and campus locations visit here:

The University of Sydney: Unearthing Science | Registration for term 2 closes March 11 Year 9 & 10, available for free to NSW regional and rural schools. Energise the budding scientist in your students with this all-materials-inclusive teaching package that introduces the concept of independent scientific investigation, focusing on ecological and environmental science. |

Grand Challenges program: Science Fiction to Science Fact | March 10, 9.30am-2.30pm Year 9 & 10. Students will spend a day learning about the real-life global challenges and how scientists can use fictional technology in movies and texts to inspire real-life solutions. Sign-up as a class or individual students. |

Scholarships, Early Entry and Alternative Pathways

Luxury brand apprenticeship program sets the bar for high achievers. Accepting 2021 applications now WPC Group’s apprentice Caine Turner, is an example of what young people can achieve during an apprenticeship. His career to date has seen him win an international scholarship, represent WPC Group and host employer Mercedes-Benz in the US and be an AEN 2021 award nominee. WPC Group has immediate opportunities available today.

or call 1300 760 099.

US University Admission Requirements are Changing US universities will no longer require nor recommend students to sit SAT Subject Tests nor the optional writing section of the SAT. Both these tests will be phased out globally by June 2021. Internationally Educated has written an article with further details

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway Program Assessment Dates Our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway Program provides an alternative pathway into Western. Indigenous students can receive an early offer based on their results in a numeracy and literacy assessment. Dates for 2021 are: Wednesday 26-Thursday 26 August and Wednesday 17-Thursday 18 November 2021 online. Find out more:

Western Sydney University Scholarships Western offers a range of Scholarships across areas of: Academic excellence and leadership, equity and opportunity, humanitarian, industry, course focused and diverse opportunities. Visit the Western Scholarships page to find out more and explore your options and eligibility.

Please remember that if you are interested in Work Experience you need to come and see me to get an application form.  The Diocese has set guidelines for this.  Year 9 and Year 10 students have to complete this during school time, however, Year 11 and Year 12 students can do Work Experience during holiday time or on the weekend.

Karen McCann
Careers/VET Adviser