Careers Corner

The final edition for 2021- Wow!  Where did that go?

I am going to begin this edition with an email that Mr Masters sent to all Year 12 2021 Graduates containing some very important information:

• You have access to email until the start of February 2021, it would be great if you check it from time to time. 

• Many of you have picked up your sign-out forms, but are yet to return them. Part of the sign-out process is also returning your library books. Many of these books are urgently needed by the Year 11 students and they are needed back ASAP.  Can you make this a priority for next week (The earlier the better, as you might remember Mrs Kelly is retiring and is hoping to have all her loose ends tied up).  (A copy was attached to the email you received for you to print out at home - parents will need to sign it).  Thanks to those who have already completed this process. 

• Your ATARs are released on Thursday, 20 January, and your HSC results are released on Monday, 24 January. 

• Between receiving your ATAR and the 24^th, we’re asking that you send a text message or email with your ATAR and your intention for next year. For some of you, it might be: “ATAR 83, Bachelor of ___________ at Newcastle University”.  For others, it might be: “Non-ATAR, pursuing an electrical apprenticeship or gap year working at Coles”.  Whatever it might be, we’d love to know the path you’re taking.  This can be emailed or sent via text to either myself or Mrs McCann.

• Tim Masters: 0421 961 043
• Karen McCann: 0408 144 453 

• Mrs McCann and I are also super happy to be used as referees for your jobs. You have both our emails, and you can use our numbers.  Just send us a message to say you’ve popped us down so we can expect the call. 

• On 24 January, Mrs McCann and I will be on site from 8 am to 11:30 am. If you want to pop in to say, ‘Hey’ we’d love to hear from you.  The staff carpark will be open, and we’ll probably set up in the conference room in the main office.  This is the day we celebrate your results – the more the merrier! 

• One of our super results is already in, Morgan Gao has been selected to participate in OnSTAGE for his individual Drama performance. The young man you voted, ‘most likely to become a celebrity’ is going to performing in front of millions of people next February.  Congratulations! 

• Photographs: Callam Howard did a super job with our formal photos, please make sure you download them.  We can’t get a link to your parents as Compass has removed you all, but if you could please pass this on, I’m sure they’d love to see the images. 

• Photographs 2: We have our Memory Lane OneNote, if you would like to download it, you can.  You select File à Export à (Select Entire Notebook) and you can download it as a PDF or as a OneNote. 

• On Tuesday, 8 February we are holding our Dux Assembly. If you think this might be you, can you tentatively write this date down.  We’d love you to attend to receive your award.  I’d also love for many of our Year 12s to be on site if you’re around as a catch-up and for you to talk to and discuss your experiences with the Year 11/12 students.  Obviously, many of you are moving away, but if you’re local at the time, GREAT! 

Thanks Mr Masters for doing such an excellent job with this cohort.  I am looking forward to seeing their results and finding out what pathways they will pursue post school.  I am more than happy to assist whenever possible so please do not hesitate to contact me if you need any help. 

The Year 12 Grad was excellent.  Congratulations, Year 12, on completing your schooling! 

I am very hopeful that Work Experience will be back on the table in 2022, COVID Restrictions willing.  I will keep you posted in early 2022 and I will have the paperwork ready to go. 

I would like to thank all the employers who have taken our students for Work Experience and Work Placement this year when it was able to occur.  You have provided our students with an excellent opportunity to see what the ‘world of work’ is really like.  Thank you. 

The latest information from the Careers Association of Australia is as follows:

Career Advisers:  Information, Resources, Jobs, Seminars, Courses

Productivity Bootcamp 8-WEEK CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM FOR 16-25 YEAR OLDS: Applications for Productivity Bootcamp 2022 are now open for all our sites - Penrith/Quakers Hill, Campbelltown and Nowra! Call 0419 511 565 or email info@productivitybootcamp.com.au  to register! *Please note that there is a wait list so we cannot guarantee any start times.

SYDNEY FILM SCHOOL - 2022 APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN Hollywood based Variety Magazine has awarded Sydney Film School its top film schools for 2020 accolade. From screenwriting to editing, directing to cinematography, Sydney Film School’s one year Diploma engages students to understand the art, craft, and business of filmmaking. Apply now!Learn more at:

Sydney Actors School 2022 APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN Sydney Actors School provides students with strong skills in all aspects of acting for screen and stage, the ability to create and perform full theatrical and film productions and the technical aptitude to generate your own work and opportunities. Students graduate with a Showreel, Voice Reel, Industry Showcase, Short Films and Play Productions. Apply now!.

Business College at IH – Social Media –  NSW Smart and Skilled Funded Training. The NSW Government is offering fee-free, industry-aligned short courses for 16–24-yr-olds. Demand for social media talent is rising fast. Develop a Social Media Engagement Plan (BSBMKG537) covers the skills to engage via social media. Fee-free at Business College at IH in Sydney City, Bondi, Byron Bay or online. Email askus@ihbc.edu.au or visit

Course Changes & New Courses

New ACU Bachelor of Arts archaeology major In 2022 we’re introducing an archaeology major to the Bachelor of Arts dedicated to the archaeology, history and languages of Ancient Israel. It will be delivered online and on campus, and students will have an opportunity to participate in an archaeological dig in Israel. Learn more:

CQUniversity Join our Online Chat Session to speak with our expert team and discover your options. Get guidance on how to change your preferences and learn more about CQUni's alternative pathways. All you need to do is head over to our CQUniversity Facebook page on 17th of December and send us a message during the session and you’ll receive real-time answers to all your questions Live Online Chat Sessions - CQUniversity.

Courses & Workshops for Students

Tocal College NSW DPI Tocal College is receiving applications for its fulltime, agricultural courses in 2022. Young people interested in a farming or agribusiness career should go to

for more info. Students combine classroom learning with practical experience on the College’s own farms. These include beef, dairy, sheep, horse, poultry, bee, pasture, and crop production. Accommodation is available.

Campion College Summer Program | 11-14 or 18-21 January 2022 Experience college life and a taste of Campion's Bachelor of Arts in the Liberal Arts. Open to students aged 16 plus. Includes accommodation on campus, meals, social activities and sample lectures in history, literature, philosophy and theology. Free to attend but spaces are limited. Register at

Australian Pacific College - Barista Skills Course APC's 2 day (12-hour) Barista program provides the essentials for coffee-making & cafe know-how to help students feel confident in their first hospitality job. Being able to include this in their resume & LinkedIn profile is invaluable because it sets students apart from others who don’t have work experience as a barista.

or call Pam 9054 2447

William Angliss Institute William Angliss’ Experience Day is back on the 19th of January 2022 for students Year 10 - 12! The day will be packed with workshops run by highly experienced trainers from 10 AM – 2 PM, providing students with hands on experiences in Cookery, Patisserie, Barista and Mocktail making, and is FREE of charge. Please express your interest at

or call (02) 9125 5179.

Jschool Journalism College Summer courses in journalism are open to senior secondary students in December 2021 and January 2022.  Selected single subjects from the Diploma of Journalism are on offer as well as a micro newswriting unit.  Details on single subjects at

and for micro unit at

Email info@jschool.com.au or text or phone 0493 099 463.

Information Sessions for Students & Parents

Tocal College, NSW DPI To help celebrate National Ag Day, Tocal College posted a video of some of its past students describing their own Ag-Venture. If you would like to see just a few of the places an ag career can take you go to

National Ag Day celebrates the fabulous and fulfilling career opportunities on offer in agriculture. More info @

Tocal College, NSW DPI Considering a career in agriculture but unsure of what path to take? Tocal College has information for future students on career options as well as its courses @

This includes recordings of its Virtual Open Day. Tocal combines classroom learning with practical experience on its farms. Accommodation available.

ACU Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation) degrees webinar Join us online to discover the Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation) degrees and our $150,000 scholarships. Register now:

ACU Change of Preference Online Event Join us for change of preference advice on 21 January 2022. Chat online with our friendly staff about study options, courses available at our Blacktown, Canberra, North Sydney and Strathfield campuses and available pathways at ACU. Register now:

Explore Your Options at Macquarie University We know that deciding where to study is a huge decision. Whether you want to speak to current students, find a pathway into uni, take a campus tour, or take the next step and enrol, Explore Your Options will help you find out why Macquarie is right for you.

AIT - Academy of Information Technology Meet AIT grads and discover how they turned their ideas into a creative career at AIT #GRADTALKS. This is a Virtual 2-day event - 12 & 13 January 2022 (12pm - 3pm)Grads now working in Film, Animation, 3D Design, Games and Mobile App Development. Register here:

Australian Pacific College Set up a free webinar for your students & their parents! APC can help your students follow their interests to find the right course for their future career. Choose topics from Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Fashion Design, Accounting or simply how to take advantage of diploma-to-degree direct entry pathways into uni through APC. Register your interest here

Jobs & Work Experience for Students

Australian Pacific College Barista Skills Training APC's 2 day (12-hour) Barista program provides the essentials for coffee-making & cafe know-how to help students feel confident in their first hospitality job. Being able to include this in their resume & LinkedIn profile is invaluable because it sets students apart from others who don’t have work experience as a barista.

or call Pam 9054 2447

Resources for Students

Academy of Interactive Entertainment Campus Tours at the Academy of Interactive Entertainment Considering a career in games or film? Let our friendly staff take you on a private tour of AIE's campus! To book your spot, please visit -

Scholarships, Early Entry, Alternative Pathways

Tocal College NSW DPI Need financial help for your agricultural training? Applications remain open for Tocal’s Scholarship Program but close very soon. In 2021, $166,000 was provided to 60 students from 29 donors. Individual amounts ranged from $1,000 to $6,000. More info @

Macquarie University Gifted and Talented pathway Applications for Macquarie’s Gifted and Talented Pathway are now open to high-achieving students who have finished year 10 and have the capacity to take on extra-curricular study. As part of this pathway, students will study university units alongside their school subjects. Students could be eligible for an early offer (before their final Year 12 exams) to a Macquarie degree

JMC Academy Students can win a scholarship by completing Year 13 and JMC Academy's "Backstage Class". All students need to do is put their knowledge to the test by showing how they would plan, promote and put on an event that could change the world! For more information go to

RuralBiz Training $30,000 scholarships to grow farm management skills! Diploma of Agriculture and Adv Dip Agribusiness Management in Armidale NSW for more info contact 02 6884 8812 or

Western Sydney University Western’s Scholarships are now open. Students can find out what scholarships are available to them, what they need to demonstrate in their application to make themselves competitive, and how they can put forward the best application. To find out more, visit the Scholarships page:

Western Sydney University The College is the official pathway provider into Western Sydney University. Current and non-current school leavers can apply now for admission to the many courses offered at The College. Applications close on 16 February 2022 for admission to Term 1 2022. Find out more:

Australian Pacific College Study CUA50720 Diploma of Graphic Design (1 year) at Australian Pacific College and get direct entry into the Bachelor of Communication Design at Torrens University with 1 year of credit. More about alternate uni pathways at

contact Pam at (02) 90542447.

Charles Sturt University Accommodation Scholarships Charles Sturt has more $3 million worth of scholarships and grants available each year. Accommodation Scholarships are between $2,500 $6,000 to help take the financial pressure off students looking to study on campus. Browse here:

Traineeships, Cadetships, Apprenticeships - Information & Opportunities

Western Sydney University Western is proud to introduce the Ignite Indigenous Traineeship Program, a vocational pathway for Indigenous participants to gain experience in university operations as business administration trainees launching early in 2022. Find out more on eligibility and criteria:

Other News

JMC Academy Canvas Art Award Competition 2022 entries are now open! This competition is open to all high school students who has a knack for drawing, painting or using any creative digital mediums to interpret a quote and incorporate a motif into an illustrated scene. For more information go to

I am very excited that St Clare’s will be included in the RIEP program next year and have some excellent information sessions lined up for the students regarding many different Industry pathways.

As usual we will hear from many of the universities first-hand about their pathway options as well.

At the start of next year, we will run a dedicated Careers Day for the Year 12 students and hopefully they will gain a great deal from this day. They will then have a Careers session each week. Year 11 students will be having a Careers session every two weeks and we are looking at sessions for Years 9 and 10. Years 7 and 8 will continue with the “Become” program which was started this year.

Have a wonderful and safe Christmas break. Enjoy your time with friends and family and I look forward to seeing everyone in 2022.

Karen McCann
Careers/VET Adviser