Careers Corner

Here we are at the end of another week as the term flies by.

Year 12 should be starting to think about their post school preferences if they have not already done so.

If you are thinking about an apprenticeship or traineeship post school, you need to make sure that you have an up-to-date resume and are aware of the skills you need for any given trade or business.

The Australian Apprenticeship Pathways website has some excellent resources to get you started.

Go to:

Take some time to browse through the information provided.  There are many resources to help people initiate many different career options.  There are many examples of potential career pathways and Job Pathway charts.  This is all designed to assist in the decision making process.

If you would like to consider a university pathway post school, you need to be considering registering with UAC ($73 before the end of September).  Every student in Year 12 should have received an email with a UAC pin (please come and see me if you haven’t) and will need their NESA number to get started.  Once you have registered and chosen some courses, please register for SRS (Schools Recommendation Scheme) – there is nothing to lose.

You may also be eligible for EAS (Educational Advantage Scheme).  St Clare’s students are already automatically in line for adjustment factors due to attendance at an economically disadvantaged school.  Please come and see me if you would like some assistance.

Early entry pathways are beginning to open and I will email the information to the students as it comes to hand.

All career information is placed in the relevant Team OneNote for Years 10, 11 and 12.

The Year 12 Hospitality students have attended their compulsory Work Placement at the Sea World HOTEL School at Sea World on the Gold Coast.  It is, as always, an excellent opportunity for the students to experience first-hand the many different facets of the Hospitality industry.  They have worked in the restaurant, kitchen, back of house, concierge, functions, engineering, room service and food and beverage.

 Byron De La Cruz, Leanne Curtis, Astyn Strybis, Rory Russell, Hannah Minett, Billie Dries & Taylor Young

The students, as usual, have been amazing and many thanks go to Mr Laurent Gonfond for his organisation of this Work Placement.  It was a pleasure to be with the students.

I have also heard excellent reports from the Year 12 Construction class and their employers regarding their Work Placement a couple of weeks ago.  Many thanks go to the employers who have hosted a student for this.

The latest news from CAA:

Course Changes & New Courses

Sydney Design School Curious about a creative career in interior design? Try the Designer for a day workshop for school leavers. Get creative experimenting with colour, materials, and 3D rendering tools. Sydney Design School, 2/40 Oxley St, St Leonards. Thursday 7 July 9.30am - 4pm. Limited spaces available $35 pp. Book here

ACU Online has been specifically designed for online learning and provides you with personalised support whenever you need it. ACU are currently offering a range of postgraduate courses in the fields of nursing, business, health and IT. Plus the undergraduate Bachelor of Commerce course is fully online. Find out more:

Courses & Workshops for Students

ACTA College is a registered training centre and, is a Smart and Skilled provider. ACTA College is currently enrolling new student into the following Fee Free* qualifications: Certificate IV in Building and Construction, Certificate III in Carpentry, Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology. Contact ACTA College on 1300 730 830 or email: Mayssa@actacollege.edu.au.

Advance OHS Students attending work experience on a construction site or completing a construction VET course is required to complete the Construction Induction Course also known as ‘White Card’. Book the Construction White Card course by simply visiting

UCAT Preparation Australia 22 May 2022 - UCAT, Interviews, and Pathways into Medicine / Dentistry. UCAT NIE presenting a FREE webinar about UCAT, interviews, and pathways into medicine and dentistry.  This is NOT an advertising seminar.  The session is packed with invaluable information.  To register

Ph: (02) 43670404 /enquiries@nie.edu.au / www.nie.edu.au.

UCAT NIE Attention Year 10-12:  Head-start or continue UCAT Preparation! 22 May 2022 - LIVE ONLINE INTERACTIVE 18 June 2022 - In Sydney (Chatswood) To register:

TEL (02) 4367 0404 / MOB: 0412 439 115  / MOB: 0404 197 178 / enquiries@nie.edu.au.

Discover ACU Students can join ACU for the free Discover ACU events to get a taste of university life before enrolling in uni. Students can choose an interactive workshop from their degree of choice, meet staff and current students, explore their local campus, and get helpful tips on preparing for university. Registrations open soon:

Young Change Agents Enter the Climate Action Design Challenge! This free online design thinking challenge, open to students aged 10-21, empowers youth to create innovative solutions to climate change. Students will identify problems, reframe them as opportunities, develop solutions, and create prototypes. Winning ideas will receive prizes to support the development of their idea

iCanMed Free May UCAT Webinars for Year 10-11 Students: Achieving medical/dental entry requires top scores in UCAT, ATAR & interviews - but preparing for all 3 assessments in Yr 12 is almost impossible due to the workload. This webinar will explain what Yr 10-11 students can do now to best set themselves up for Yr 12 (+ live step-by-step UCAT teaching). Register:

Engineers Australia WINTER ENGINEERING SCHOOL 2022 4-8 July 2022 - Registrations are open! Year 11 & 12 students from across NSW & ACT to attend this 5-day Engineering immersion. Visit 5 Universities & 5 iconic organisations & projects, plus meet over 150 Engineers & University students!  Register

The Lemon Car Mark from The Lemon Car presents his school’s Road Ready Driver Education Course. His presentations are enlightening, informative, entertaining and, most importantly, educational. Email mailto:mark@thelemoncar.com.au or Call 0444528409 for future bookings.

Information Sessions for Students & Parents

LifeJourney Free Careers Webinars for Secondary Students - Join to hear directly from leading experts working to defend Australia from cyber threats and the career pathways available in the exciting field of cyber security.

Camp America (Australia) Applications for 2023 are open! Start your adventure to work in the USA next year by applying now. Get a placement with a Summer Camp before the end of the year. Spend 9-12 weeks working at a summer camp and rest easy knowing you're going with the experts that provide medical coverage and 24/7 support whilst in the USA. You'll thank yourself for the bonus summer later!

JMC Academy Open Day - Interested in knowing why JMC has been ranked #1 for student satisfaction and skill development amongst all private creative institutions in Australia? Hear from current students and see the courses in action with live demonstrations and activations at JMC's Open Day on Saturday 21st May.  Register at

MedEntry UCAT Free UCAT Bootcamp For parents, aspiring medical students and Careers Advisers. Dr Ray, Gastroenterologist at Monash Health offers UCAT mini test, discusses medical interviews, admission process, life as a medical student, and career as a doctor. Watch this two-hour Bootcamp from the comfort, convenience & security of your home at any time!

ACS Foundation (BiG Day In) BiG Day In @ UTS - Join ACS on 21 or 22 June 2022 in the Great Hall at UTS for the 2022 BiG Day In IT Careers Conference.  Hear from presenters from TCS, Wisetech Global, Woolworths, Avanade Australia, Microsoft, Adobe, Westpac, Animal Logic & loads more to come, all talking about where a career in technology can take you. Tickets $10 & no charge for teachers

BiG Day In Newcastle (ACS Foundation) BiG Day In IT Careers Conference for students Yrs 9-12 @ University of Newcastle on 10 August 2022 – Speakers incl. Defence Force Recruiting, nib, WiseTech Global, Mudbath & more talking about their careers & the future of technology.  Loads of cool exhibitors including ACS, nib, Wisetech Global, Defence Force Recruiting & loads more. Tickets $10 for students

BiG Day In Port Macquarie (ACS Foundation) BiG Day In IT Careers Conference for students Yrs 9-12 @ CSU Port Macquarie on 8 June 2022 – Speakers incl. Defence Force Recruiting, Essential Energy, Wisetech Global, TCS, Woolworths & more talking about their careers & the future of technology. No charge to attend & morning tea & lunch provided for all attendees

University of Newcastle Join For The Year 10 Subject Selection Webinar on 25 May at 6:00pm. Let The University of Newcastle support you through the subject selection process with the 3 simple steps! The University of Newcastle encourage parents and students to register for this digital event. The University of Newcastle cover the subject selection process, case studies and general Uni information. Register here -

University of Newcastle Coming from TAFE A different career or just wanting to give uni a go? Join The University of Newcastle at the Mid-Year Information Session on 1 June at 5:00pm. The University of Newcastle cover what uni is like, how to balance work and study, different support services available, how to get in and more. Register here

Western Sydney University From 16-26 May Explore Western will offer virtual pre-graduate and post-graduate course advice sessions and campus tours. Open to anyone who wants to explore their study options. For more information, visit:

Sydney Actors School and Sydney Film School You're invited to attend our Open Houses at Waterloo Studios, Sydney. Tour Sydney Actors School state-of-the-art Film & TV studio and learn why Sydney Actors School and Sydney Film School offer the most practical, hands-on accredited programs in Australia. To register, please click on the following link:

Jobs & Work Experience for Students

Study Work Grow Need to find Work Experience opportunities for your students? Check out Study Work Grow's huge database of current opportunities, both here in NSW and across Australia:

Resources for Students

JMC Academy Course brochure requests -as expo season ramps up, if you would like JMC to send you course brochures (digital and/or hard copies) please fill out this form

Study Medicine The latest Information May marks the beginning of the 2023 medicine application cycle” has been added to Study Medicine

This includes a fully detailed list of May 2022 university deadlines, interviews, notable events and medicine offers for all Australian medicine degrees and degrees leading to medicine (entry in 2023).

UCAT NIE UCAT and Interview Preparation Resources and Services - NIE.EDU.AU NIE is Australia’s oldest and most reputable training organisation in our industry. NIE was founded in 1999, with one goal in mind: to provide excellent assistance to medical applicants, students, parents, and teachers. For resources and training services visit:

TAFE NSW Pathway Brochures Developed in consultation with industry partners, your students can explore their pathways with the TAFE NSW pathway brochures. They identify future key market trends, annual growth, a range of courses to suit and more.

Study Work Grow Want To Create a Beautiful PDF Resume In-Class Or At Home? Study Work Grow has a fabulous 'Super Simple Resume Builder' you can use completely for free here:

Western Sydney University School of Law invites high schools in western Sydney to register for the prestigious mooting competition, ‘Kirby Cup’. Schools can register as many teams of four year 10 and 11 students. Numbers are limited. Find out more and register here

Scholarships, Early Entry, Alternative Pathways

Institute of Health & Nursing Australia Are you interested in a Nursing career? No ATAR, No Worries! IHNA presents the NEW Diploma of Nursing that gives you an opportunity to become an Enrolled Nurse and help your community. IHNA also has University partnerships that can help you progress and become a Registered Nurse as well. Please contact sreshti.nair@hci.edu.au or call 0282286405.

ACU Guarantee Guarantee your place at ACU before your Year 12 exams. ACU Guarantee offers eligible Year 12 students a place at ACU based on their Year 11 results. For a summary of the early entry program and how to apply:

Western Sydney University Western’s next Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway Program assessment round is fast approaching. This alternative entry pathway to Western for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is on 24 and 25 May 2022. Visit

Campion College is now accepting Early Offer applications for its three-year Bachelor of Arts in the Liberal Arts and one-year Diploma of Liberal Arts. Successful applicants will receive a conditional offer before HSC exams begin and be automatically considered for first semester scholarship. Find out more at

Applications close 7th October.

The University of Sydney Gadigal Early Conditional Offer Round Open the Gadigal Program is the Indigenous student pathway that supports Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students to study at the University of Sydney. The Gadigal Early Conditional Offer Round is now open for students to apply via UAC by 7th August to be considered.

Traineeships, Cadetships, Apprenticeships - Information & Opportunities

TABMA Apprentices and Trainees have a Supply Chain Trainee position in Cardiff, Newcastle. We are looking for a trainee who would enjoy working with building materials, great career progression long term with the host employer. For further information please email katie.c@tabma.com.au.  

TABMA Apprentices and Trainees have a warehouse and customer service Trainee position in Rosehill, Western Sydney. We are looking for a trainee who would enjoy working with building materials and trade customers, great host employer, very rewarding role. For further information please email katie.c@tabma.com.au.

Professional Cadetships Australia A reminder that applications for the Business Cadetships Program close on Wednesday 25 May. By this date, both a student's Application Form and their School Assessment are due in. Cadets undertake paid work at leading financial services companies while studying at the university of their choice. A Business Cadetship is a springboard for a career in any business sector.

ACTA College ACTA College is a Smart and Skilled provider offering funded apprenticeships in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology and in Painting and Decorating. ACTA College has employers all around Sydney ready to sign up a new trainee. Contact ACTA College on: 1300 730 830 or email us: Mayssa@actacollege.edu.au.

Australian Cabinet & Furniture Association Flexibility and Personalised Apprenticeships ACFA is a registered training organisation that brings a unique experience to how young people are trained in an existing industry. The workplace-based training model brings flexibility and a personalised touch with a dedicated trainer. To find out more about where to start –

Study Work Grow Looking for Apprenticeships or Traineeships? Study Work Grow searches hundreds of different websites each week for school Careers Advisers and publishes the latest opportunities online so they don't miss them. Check out this week's findings here:

Other News

NSW Department of Education Enhance your career with the NSW Department of Education As the largest employer of teachers in Australia, there are countless opportunities to enhance your career with the NSW Department of Education. Register now to receive program updates and learn more about the Rural Experience Program, NSW Premier's Teacher Scholarships and E-Exchange Program:

Young Change Agents Enter the $20 Boss Awards! Entries are now open for this year's $20 Boss Awards. Students who completed the $20 Boss Program in Term 4 2020, Terms 1–4 in 2021, and Term 1 and 2 in 2022 are eligible to enter. For more information on the awards and how to enter, head to the website:

To register for the Awards event on June 22, click here:

Western Sydney University Western has been named #1 in the world for its social, ecological and economic impact in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings. Find out more on how universities are assessed

It was wonderful to see this photo of ex-student Lachlan Oliver at his passing out parade in Melbourne recently.  Lachlan was a graduate of St Clare’s in 2021.  By all accounts he is very happy in his chosen profession in the Navy.  We wish him all the best.

Please don’t forget that if any student would like to participate in Work Experience, they can come and see me to get the paperwork and organise a date for this.  Year 9 and 10 students can attend during school time, and Year 11 and 12 students have the opportunity to do this during school holidays as well as during school terms.

Karen McCann
Careers/VET Adviser